Editorial on United Fund objections to major donors
The piece discusses donor complaints at Sioux Ordnance Depot about Kings Daughters American Red Cross and especially Boy Scouts of America. It notes concerns over administrative costs versus field work and urges leaders to address these objections while praising the Scouts as an excellent organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Fund
Sidney
Sioux
Ordnance Depot
Sioux Ordnance Depot
Kings Daughters
Kings Daughters Organization
Red Cross
Boy Scouts of America
Boy Scouts
Heading For A Dead End On Highway Tax Policy
Congress may be urged to raise the federal gasoline tax from three to five cents per gallon to cover highway trust fund deficits. Motorists already bear heavy taxes, with combined state and federal gasoline taxes at about 9 cents per gallon, roughly 41 percent of fuel price. Much federal tax revenue for motorists goes to the general fund, not the highway program. If future revenues were dedicated, no new taxes would be needed. the highway program costs have risen from 27 to 40 billion dollars, with potential further growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Highway Trust Fund
General Fund
The
Treasury
Historists
Word meanings drift across eras and nations
The piece argues meanings of liberal and federalism shift over time, noting liberals seek state power today while earlier they defended individual rights. It cites General Cabell on communist propaganda forms and lists Protestant figures from Newsweek data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. P
Cabell
Central Intelligence
Moscow
Free World
United States
Year in Review 1959 Preview Reflects Public Eye and Personal Bets
A reflective column foresees 1959 with headlines on movie stars and scandals, Dulles travel, Truman TV moments, coaching contracts, Soviet ultimatums, China’s future, taxes, and media satire. It predicts mixed fortunes, ongoing public interest, and a year echoing 1958 as families brace for holidays and change.
Red Is Gone A Dog’s Tragic End Spurs Life Respect
Letter from Wm. B. Miller of Lodgepole Nebraska recalls Red the dog killed after a hit and run. He praises Red as a loyal friend to Kathy and children, urges residents to respect life on streets and enforce kindness to animals and humans.
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Red
Kathy
Wm. B. Miller
Lodgepole
Nebr
Glazed Baked Apples Broil and Baste for Shine
For a pretty glaze on baked apples, place under the broiler and baste with pan syrup. Watch closely to avoid scorching the surface while achieving a shiny finish.
Crosswords and Clues From An Old Puzzle Page
A crossword list with across and down clues covering a wide range of words including Apprehension Italian family parent and many others. Entries hint at varied vocabulary from definitions to wordplay and are typical of a vintage puzzle page.
Closing The Hastings Ammunition Depot Ends An Era
Nebraskans weigh the Navy decision to close the Hastings ammunition depot after a history of service since 1943. The move cuts civilian jobs from 460 to 230 by next June, with full withdrawal over years. The 85 000 acre site once hosted peak wartime activity including a 180 car train of ammo in one day. The piece urges Nebraska to pursue economic replacement and growth while acknowledging the depot's historical role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iueste Star
Navy
Hastings
Nebraska
Small Towns Offer Shared Life Says Ozarks Minister
A Lion’s magazine article by a Arkansas Ozarks church minister argues small towns may be quiet but demand active civic life. He notes residents join many groups, share in leadership, and value community over wealth, concluding he loves his borough and wouldn’t trade it for a city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert E. L. Bearden
Lion’s
Arkansas Ozarks
Lions Magazine
Ozarks
New Law Works Well in New York Hiring
The New York State Commission Against Discrimination reports rapid compliance with the July law banning age discrimination in hiring for ages 45 to 65. Interviews with 24 corporations and 5 agencies show 12.8 percent illegal ads in August 1957 vs 0.5 percent after the law took effect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New York Times
New York State
State Commission Against Discrimination
What Do They Learn About Free Enterprise and Socialism
The piece questions how schools shape views on the economy. It asks if educators promote socialism over free enterprise and whether public officials reflect a bias toward government ownership or control. It contrasts government as servant with master and urges focus on foundational government ideals.
Year in Review 1958 Highlights From Sidney
A retrospective of 1958 in Cheyenne County Sidney covers notable events by month. It recalls openings, fires, oil discoveries, council elections, awards, storms, floods, and community milestones. Names include Neal Atkins, Kevin Headley, Don Gillham, Harold Les sig, and Vic Anderson among many locals and organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Telegraph
Neal Atkins
Sidney Motor Hotel
Carol Jean Lingwall
Wilson
Cheyenne County
James T. Godfrey
Kevin Headley
Dalton Co-op
Standard Oil
Potter
W. A. Norton
Charles Stonecipher
Don Gillham
Ernie
Murrey Fuller
Washington
Nursing Home Drive
Sidney
Wilbur Wiedman
VFW
Keith Sprenger
Great Plains
Fort
Harold ‘Lessig
Lew Ellis
John ‘Davison
Fort Sidney
Kermit Moore
Dean ‘Wilson
Ed Bauman
Jack Lowe
Pete Rapp
Legislative Oil Committee
CAP
Linda Mintken
Benny Hochman
Jaycee
Frank McNett
Lyle Rabe
Dalton
Nebraska Bankers Assn
Vic Anderson
Lincoln Sowers
Gundy Quietly Leads Ivy Punters With Big Gs
Dartmouth quarterback Bill Gundy won punting honors in the Ivy League last fall. He averaged 41.1 yards on 23 punts, ranking among the leaders for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill Gundy
Dartmouth
Found money in chimney discovered by Kentucky farmer
W Charlie T. Hays a farmer in Bowling Green demolishing a chimney found a metal box with 5000 dollars in cash. He had lived in the house 20 years and could not identify the money’s owner though he said it was enough to be appreciated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowling Green
Charlie T. Hays
Hays
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Bey
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News - Times
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Manly
Martin
Helen
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le Iad
Kari Kay Keating
Ginger
Bob Waite
Dick Smith
Ernst Moore
Panhandle
Armed Forces
Sod
Harold Pals
Lee Sluman
McCormick Farm
Airport
Sidney Button
Col
George C. Abert
SOC
Ferris Preble
Harold Taylor
Columbus Post
Chamber of Commerce
Dick Stull
Potter Rodeo
Bob McMillen
Nebraska Petroleum Council
Methodist‘Church
Joe Kubes
Safflower
Marcus Albro
Sterling
Bridgeport
Jack Fost
Ohio
Libya
North Africa
National Guard
Campuipicy
Minon
Don E. Wilkinson
Ray Olson
Alliance
James Kaus
Jack Kirk
Roy Oak
WMCC
Sidney Asc
Kimball
Ed van Aelstyn
Nursing Home
LaVerne Thomas
Bonnie Brown
St. Pat's
Order of the Rose Beta
Sigma- Phi
Ann Davis
Nina Thompson
Sidney Junior High School
Harry Case
Floyd Lanks
W. F. Rogers
Carl Nelson
Sidney Ministerial Association
Leon Larson
Gail Gish
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Air Service
Sidnay
International Parks Highway
Assn
Nebraska Highway 19
U. S
11Th Avenue
Sidney Telegraph
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