Year 1952 Recap for Sidney and Cheyenne County
A 1952 summary highlights reactions to polio including March of Dimes aid and ongoing battles, a Gurley farm sale at 152 dollars per acre, a 144 pound calf birth near Potter, Sidney population around 6,600, and efforts to declare first class city status. November politics feature a tight state senate race between Albert Fenske and Clark Fuller and a national swing toward Ike, plus record building permits surpassing 2.5 million dollars and continued growth. wheat prospects improved after early snow. Deaths, births, and marriages marked community life as the year closed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
March of Dimes
Gurley
Potter
Sidney
Chamber of Commerce
Cheyenne County
Ike
Albert Fenske
Clark Fuller
Oil firms expand exploration in several counties
Ohio Oil Co reports activity across Washington Logan Adams counties and neighboring Kansas. Triangle J Oil, linked to Ward family, acquires about 20 000 acres and plans rotary drilling in multiple wildcat targets. Deep Rock drills a 4865 foot dry hole in Cheyenne County Nebraska No 1 Ogden Bentely marks another unsigned development.
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Little Beaver Creek
Washington County
Colo
R. A. Goodall
Ogallala
Neb
V. Grace Parke
Hunsinger and Walker
Osborn
Logan County
Triangle J Oil Company
Tuley and Carter
Rotary
Ward Sr
Akron Farmer-Flyer-Oilman
Ted R. Gillenwaters
Denver
al Ward Jr
Elmer Frazier
Triangle J
Ward
Washington
Logan
Adams
Kansas
Seismograph
Sinclair
Herndon Drilling
Donovan
Sterling Drilling
Gotfredson
San Creek
Service Drilling
Bamford Hall
Shell
C. F. Green
Mount Hope
Trigood
Pomeroy
Atwood
Plains Exploration
Conrad Luft Jr
Luft
Weld County
Twin Oil
Wildcat
Kuykendall
J. Zimbleman
Calstar J Petroleum
Old
Fort Collins
Larimer County
Julesburg
Nebraska
Cheyenne County
Deep Rock
Ogden-Bentley
Final Appeal Sounds For Seal Returns
Delmar R. Serafy executive secretary of the Nebraska Tuberculosis Association urged late returns for the 1952 Christmas Seal Sale. The goal is 185000 dollars for 1953 tuberculosis control programs. proceeds reach 122707.51 by December 19, with reports from 97 of 129 chairmen showing mixed gains and ongoing community support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delmar R. Serafy
Nebraska Tuberculosis Association
Serafy
New Chevrolet to Be Introduced Soon Says Kokjer
Thomas E. Kokjer of Kokjer Motor Co states Chevrolet plans a bold 1953 launch in Denver after a dealers meeting. He cites unprecedented backing and strong sales prospects, noting Chevrolet expects one of its biggest years as product plans were revealed.
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Chevrolet
Thomas E. Kokjer
Kokjer. Motor Co
Kokjer
Com
Denver
Thomas L.kokjer
Ing
Atend
Ite
Ad“Vertising
Looks It, But Isn't A Finish Reproduction Claim
A remark notes the finishing industry can mimic grain patterns of wood and marble on metal plastics and composition boards, expressing skepticism about authenticity and material likeness.
Ring-Continued Check Passing Tied to Swindell
FBI Agent I. B. Bruce said Pem ber ton implicated Moncrief and Pettiet in passing 16 checks across eight Nebraska towns and three Wyoming towns. Pettiet stayed with Moncrief in Sterling and had been with Pettiet in Abi lene Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swindell
Sidney
FBI
I. B. Bruce
Denver
Pemberton
Moncrief
Pettiet
Sterling
Bruce
Abilene
Tex
Nebraska
Wyoming
Gurley
Dalton
Bridgeport
Minatare
Scottsbluff
Gering
Mitchell
Torrington
Fort Laramie
Douglas
Pettier
North Platte River Valley
Federal Action
Rites Held Monday For Raleigh Wilson
Raleigh Wilson of Denver longtime press agent for major circuses died on Christmas Day after a long illness. He was married to Alta Cobb former Telegraph society editor. Wilson knew many circus and show business luminaries and worked with numerous newspapers nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh Wilson
Denver
Alta Cobb
The
Telegraph
United States
Boland Fitzpatrick Assigned New Posts
Top Sioux Ordnance Depot officers Lt Col William L Boland and Captain Thomas S Fitzpatrick receive new assignments. Boland begins a Far East tour and will depart this week. Fitzpatrick heads to San Jacinto Ordnance Depot California reporting for duty January 2. Boland has served since 1919 and Fitzpatrick since 1941.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Ordnance Depot
William L. Boland
Thomas S.fitzpatrick
Col
Boland
Far East
Fitzpatrick
San Jacinto
California
Col. Boland
Sod
Cavalry
Stickney's Announces Employee Bonus Payout
Stickney's Incorporated announced the payment of 42880 dollars in bonuses to employees for effort and performance. The announcement highlights the company’s commitment to rewarding staff across departments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stickney’s, Incorporated
Profit Sharing Bonuses Highlighted Each 1952 Year
The document notes that in 1952 all bonuses are based on a profit sharing plan and are presented annually.
Typing Paper and Mimeograph Paper Sizes at Telegraph Office
A brief note indicates availability of typing paper and mimeograph paper in letter or legal sizes at the telegraph office. The item outlines standard paper sizes and suggests ordering to suit office needs.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ohio Oil Co
Seal “Returns
North Platte
Grand Island
Stickney
John’ Deere Implement
Platte Valley
U. S. Highway 30
Paxton
Kenneth Hansen
Earl and
Hazel
Sidney Country Club
Par Mee
P&h Harneschefeger
Coe
Safeway
Prem
Red Hill
Vel
Ellis
Nob Hill Coffee
Edwards
Sleepy Hollow
I-Ib
McClure
U.S. No. 1
Florida
Royal Family
Adelphia
San
Als
Fas
Angel Food
Mix Ex
Canterbury
Kuner
Suzanna
Abc
Beltsville
Cuaranter
U.S
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