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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1931
Page
6
The Telegraph was among the first papers to cover the bloody Custer massacre. The report notes the 2,000 Indians and the quick annihilation of Custer's force, and praises the paper for consistently informing readers about battles leading up to the clash.
Sidney residents debate the Community Chest, with continued remarks that the chest has legitimate purpose despite critics. Calls persist that the fund serves local needs, while some argue against its necessity or scope.
Farmers Union adopts a series of resolutions urging county and state action to reduce taxes and cut government spending. The group calls for payroll reductions, salary limits, and removal of unnecessary county staff, plus audits and support for the county vigilance committee. It also urges against war debt cancellation and endorses patronage of local business to protect against exploitation.
A Sidney pastor reports marriage ceremonies flourish as other states curb gin weddings. The piece notes the financially strained pay the most, ministers quote ceremonies worth whatever couples deem, and one man left without paying.
West Nebraska potato growers plan a shippers association to aid the industry. The group would not conflict with existing activities but provide a general protection medium for all interested parties and their welfare and prosperity.
Burlington officials outline a cautious comeback and plan truck haulage to boost rail service. The piece frames rail transport as vital to inland states, notes public fickleness, and signals a determined program to improve service for shippers and buyers.
The court reversed a lower ruling favoring the city on deposits. City will receive $7,722 only after all other deposits, but assets are insufficient to pay all. C. G. Bliss, bank receiver, appealed. Boyd and Metz may seek a rehearing in the supreme court.
Swea Christ wed a Fremont man in a secret ceremony about three months ago. Mrs Moffatt, Midland sophomore and A Cappella choir member, comments on the news. The groom works in the Fremont nursery business and graduated from Midland High School and Midland Business College. The couple will reside in Fremont.
The semi annual De Molay conclave of Panhandle will be held in Alliance with Rev. M. Allen Keith delivering the final address. A ball at Eagles hall starts at nine after a banquet in the Masonic temple. Sidney boys are expected to attend since there is no school next Wednesday. The Sidney De Molay chapter has long been strong in western Nebraska.
The weather section reports the Rocky Mountain region faces a cold wave with temperatures dropping several degrees this week. Chinook winds have kept the north and west milder, while Nebraska farmers hope for a true winter. They caution that a mild season may invite insect infestations and threaten winter wheat needing snow cover.
Farmers, led by G. E. Burke of Gurley, press for continued tax exemption on gas used in tractors and farming machinery. The Cheyenne county unit, birthplace of the movement, is expected to be strong as Lincoln hosts the state association fight. More than one hundred machinery users may attend the meeting January 4 to form a county unit.
Union Pacific officials say trains will not be sent over the North Platte valley branch thro Gering. The report, started by the Scottsbluff Star Herald, stirred interest in affected main line towns and could have altered mail service to Sidney if true. The Star Herald cited an economy program by railroads as the rumor’s basis.
The Sidney Red Devils defeated Broadwater 33 to 16 on Monday night at Broadwater. Thomas led with seven goals, Kepler added five, as Broadwater’s Lowe and Bruner fought to keep the score close.
The Sidney team fell short on Wednesday on the Gurley court in a tight finish. Thomas led scoring but could not travel, and the small floor limited the local quintet. Manager Mitchell will likely arrange a return game at Sidney later.
Motet singers perform The Music of Bethlehem by Fred B. Hoton at 7 30 p m Sunday evening at the M E Church. Soloists include A Kirkpatrick Vern Livingston Mr Witters and Miss Marjorie Pettett accompanies. The program lists opening chorus Ring on O Song The Lullaby Hymn and The March of the Magi among others.
Robert G. Simmons paid the filing fee last week to Scotts Bluff County Treasurer F C Taylor for the Republican congressional candidacy in Nebraska fifth district. The letter with the fee did not state if papers are on file with the secretary of state. it is presumed they will be filed soon from Washington if not already on file.
County Treasurer B. C. Grabill says sales of the new 1932 automobile license plates are lagging. Plates went on sale at the start of the week and response has been only moderate.
A ten-person committee of depositors has been sent to the banking department to oversee Liberty State Bank affairs amid stalled liquidation. Some developments were expected to emerge over the weekend as officials review the situation and request further action.
Piano pupils of Mrs G F Lieben dorfer presented a delightful City Auditorium recital centered on The Toy Shop with extra numbers by Sidney juveniles. The program divided into Santa's workshop and the circus with fitting stage decorations. Notable performers included Robert Robinson LeBaron Good.
OCR fragment lists numerous individuals including Leland Troutman Gordon Wright Junior Zimmerle Edward Liebendorfer Richard Barger Mae Doris Gimmerle Jeanette Larson Jean Liebendorfer Mildred Trout man Dorothy Thompson Faith Bartlett Helen Jones ulafern Walker Virginia Larson Frances Larson Catherine Jones Betty Lou Parker Burdette Frankeberger Ruth Jane Gates Bessie Hinek Carolyn Kennedy Jane Dimery and Maxine Goodwin Ronald Barker assisted.
Nebraska aims to produce its own auto, truck and motorcycle license plates and possibly highway signs by next year. The project, after delays at the state reformatory, is now under study with a $50,000 appropriation to start the plant, building plans, and machinery costs totaling about $50,000, and a dozen to 15 workers to be employed initially.
Edgar W Brayton barber at Fahys shop married Monday evening by Judge G P Kratz to Mary V Kelley of Chicago. Miss Kelley had lived in Sidney for several months during the past year.
F. G. Bauer, a prominent resident of Eagle precinct north of Lodge Pole, has filed to run for county commissioner on the Democratic ticket, marking a notable local political bid.
C B Kinton and P J Sparks motored to Sidney Wednesday morning. Mr and Mrs Ed Lipke called at.
District 77 residents report Christmas program success and busy social week. Multiple home visits and gatherings described, with notable donations to child saving and tuberculosis causes. Dorcas Ladies Aid luncheon and planning noted. Rev Kaub visited, promoting Nebraska Wesleyan outreach.
Mrs J O Lobb reports Johnson Gilbert and Orrin Webster returned home for Christmas vacation. A large audience attended Friday night’s school program praised for its lively presentation. Laurene Bancroft spent Thursday with Margaret Reimers before a short program.
East Huntsman notes social calls at the George Nieman home Monday night. Claus Engelland traveled to Denver Tuesday on business. George Nieman hosted dinner Sunday for several neighbors including Alvin Andre and the Flickers. Various visits and a hunting trip are recorded along with a vehicle breakdown near Sterling on the Denver hog shipment run.
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