Nebraska governors urged to tap underground water wisely
An editorial urges Gov. Anderson and officials to study Nebraska underground water reserves. It highlights an abundant but underutilized “underground river,” the need for data from the University of Nebraska, and the challenge of creating a fair policy. It stresses long term planning, responsible engineering, and finding capable, honest leaders to guide water use for agriculture and state prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
George Condra
University of Nebraska
Gov. Anderson
Vacation as relief for tension and burnout
Dr. W. W. Bauer of the American Medical Association urges real vacations to relieve nervous tension caused by rapid modern life. He warns executives often skip time off or overdo it with strenuous activities and drinking, advocating moderation and genuine rest to reset the pace of life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Bauer
American Medical Association
Bureau of Health Education
Don’t Buy The Brooklyn Bridge Rules for Stock Buyers
A public safety guide from the Securities and Exchange Commission and New York Attorney General warns against stock scams. It urges buyers to deal only with known firms, be wary of telephone offers, avoid high pressure tactics, and seek written information about the company before investing. It emphasizes understanding risks and consulting others if the information is unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn Bridge
Securities and Exchange Commission
New York
Securites
Why We Should Stop Feeding the Iron Curtain Nations
Between January 1955 and June 1956 the United States imported 34 million dollars worth of food from communist dominated states in Eastern Europe and the Soviet bloc. The article argues American dollars fund weaponry and starvation, urging leaving food with the producing countries until dollars stop financing weapons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
East Germany
Czechoslovakia
Hungary
Poland
Austria
Bulgaria
Romania
Come On Out Ike to Lincoln for Wheat Growers Meeting
The National Wheat Growers Assn plans to invite Ike to Lincoln next month for the annual convention. The writer argues stabilization of production is needed without harming farmers living standards, and suggests Ike could gain firsthand insight by attending. Some worry aides may filter information to him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Wheat Growers Assn
Ike
Lincoln
Word Puzzle Clue Grid Echoes Classic Crossword Style
A compact crossword style list compiling across and down clues. Includes ship related hints, animals, tools, and common words with hints like Janus wings hurling device and fortress terms. Provides a dense set of definitions and word lengths typical of a newspaper puzzle page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amer
The FBI Story: Don Whitehead’s Volume on Hoover Era
A review of The FBI Story detailing its history from 1908 through Hoover era reforms. The book draws on access to records, recounting crime war eras, notable cases, and the bureau’s guard for civil liberties alongside enforcement. It cites Stone’s endorsement and praises the agency’s growth and integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FBI
Federal of Investigation
J. Edgar Hoover
Bureau
Hoover
Don Whitehead
Random House
New York
Whitehead
Washington
Harding
Coolidge
Harlan Fiske Stone
Department of Justice
Department of Easy Virtue
Stone
United States
Supreme Court
Bureau of Investigation
Dillingers
Baby Face Nelsons
Alvin Karpises
Lindbergh
Greenlease
Gestapo
No contracts for football coaches, says longtime observer
The writer argues coaches should not have contracts, comparing past and present practices with reporters and workers. He cites Darrell Royal and Bill Glassford, noting contracts often fail when schools or fans demand results. He recalls working without contracts and asserts success hinges on winning and consistent effort rather than formal agreements.
Bud Wilkinson and contracts in college football
A columnist argues against binding contracts for Bud Wilkinson, praising his success and character while suggesting many universities would offer terms. The piece questions the need for a life contract and warns dissenters advocate preserving the status quo without fair performance guarantees.
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United States
Bud Wilkinson
Bud
Silent Resolve Amid Shifting Life Ladders
A reflective speaker notes how life’s slips reset progress, and current conditions feel like returning to square one. The tone is resigned yet pragmatic about patience and persistence in uncertain times.
Taxing wartime travel the long lasting excise levy
The wartime transportation excise taxes aimed to curb travel and shipments while funding government needs. Starting 1941 at 5 percent on passenger fares, then 10 to 15 percent later, with freight, coal, and pipeline charges also raised. Despite World War II ending in 1945, relief came only in 1954 and was minor. taxes remained in effect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lmit
Germany
Japan
Gas tax refunds moved to yearly basis for farmers
Federal tax refunds for gas used in farming switch to yearly periods. Refunds cover gas from July 1, 1956 to June 30, 1957, with a three month window July 1 to October 1, 1957 to file Form 2240. Farmers should keep gas receipts and consult district IRS offices or county extension agents for copies of IRS Publication No 308.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Everett Peterson
University of Nebraska College of Agriculture
Peterson
Internal Revenue Service
Omaha
California fair attendance tops 13 million in 1956 visit
J E Whitaker president of the Western Fairs Association reports that more than half of California’s population, about 6.5 million people, visited the 79 fairs statewide during 1956, reflecting broad public interest in the fair season across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sacramento
Calif
J E Whitaker
Western Fairs Assn
California
Thyroprotein Use Studied by USDA
USDA and Montana scientists report thyroprotein in mixed dairy cow feeds offers limited practical value. Tests show milk drop after drug removal, inconsistent responses among cows, and no total lactation gain. A possible use is brief stimulation in large herds during low production and high milk prices.
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USDA
Montana
Use Drugs Carefully In Treating Animals
Indiscriminate use of parasitic drugs in farm animals can cause toxicity in sick animals. Dr. R D Turk of Texas A&M warns that parasite control requires management and nutrition changes, not drugs alone, and compares human parasite control to sanitation. He notes no perfect anthelmintic exists and most medications are toxic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Veterinary Medical Association
R D Turk
Department of Veterinary Parasitology
Texas A&m College
Turk
Floating Nipple Calves Milk Handling Device
A simple nipple milking aid is described using a 6 inch length of rubber tubing pushed through a drilled square board with a wooden plug at the end. The tubing is tapered to form a nipple and a 3/16 inch hole is drilled through the plug to regulate milk flow.
Gin dash on pears for dessert twist
A method for serving four pears suggests adding a dash of gin to each portion to elevate flavor. The note emphasizes a light, fractional amount per serving to keep the dessert balanced and not overpowering.
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Texas
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Glassford
Bernie Schmidt
Detroit
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National Council of Churches
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Alaska
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Betty Duffield
Sherwood
Ore
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Cheryl Lynn
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