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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1927
Page
6
February calendar lists Junior Chamber of Commerce meeting on the 9th, J L McIntosh speaking in chapel on the 11th, Chappell vs Sidney at home also on the 11th, and Bayard vs Sidney away on February 15.
The regular staff keeps duty as the paper aims for a 500d issue. Every seat in high school is filled. Billy Jordan, a former Sidney resident, enrolled as a sophomore. Leverett Payzant finished school last semester. Florence Shaw and Frances McDan del miss days due to illness. Roxie Hazzard absent for her mother's illness. No small pox cases yet, but many students suffer vaccination effects. The Editor has taken Ada Gerard's former position in Mr. Lievendorfer's office, with her brother Donald replacing her in Mr. Storkan's office.
In a recent address Governor McMullen urged universal success principles. He highlighted integrity and reliability, industry with willingness to work overtime, the square deal or golden rule, thrift, and knowing one's job with courtesy. He encouraged adopting these practical tenets across all walks of life.
Sidney basketball team edged Lodge Pole 17 to 16 in a keen second meeting. Poole Thomas and Kepler led Sidney early, Lodge Pole rallied with long shots, then traded leads in a tense final quarter ending with Sidney ahead by one. Lodge Pole center fouled out late. Sidney hosts Potter Friday hoping to repeat last year’s effort.
Miss Cherryblossom a light operetta by the Sidney high school chorus drew strong praise with Cecile Jones delivering a standout performance as Miss Cherryblossom. Promising young vocalists Marjorie Pettitt and Jessica Vanderpool also impressed. Hollis Kepler, known to students as John Henry Smith, showcased an exceptionally good voice.
Sidney High presented a polished opera showing strong talent across cast. Donald Livoni as Harry impressed with acting and singing, with newcomers Kermit Moore and Don Shipman delivering professional performances. Walter Johnson and Orval Williams gave standout American roles, while the Geisha parts drew praise for authentic portrayal. Havlovic directed skillfully, Burgess donated programs as keepsakes.
A punchy humor column recalls a volley of classroom and medical quips. A car horn joke pivots on indifference, a billing jab lands on a doctor’s bill, and a Latin translation scene ends with a feline gag. The pieces showcase quick gags, wordplay, and light misreadings in a playful old-time style.
A carnival of quips and short exchanges unfolds with Walter Frances George and Sam L among the voices. The humor centers on manners money work and a sharp retort about inheriting wealth not changing habits.
The Gurley schools announce top grades for the third six weeks. Seniors Ernest Taylor Hila Christensen George Flora and Annabelle Perkins lead classes with scores from 96 to 98. Sophomores Alma Collart Alice Bewley. Freshmen Dale Flora Bertha Jensen. Also listed are the semester high averages with Ernest Taylor and Ana Gabriel among top seniors, George Flora and Ann Perkins among juniors, Alice Bewley and Alma Collart among sophomores, Dale Flora and Martha Jensen among freshmen. The high five for the first semester features Dale Flora George Flora Ann Gabriel and Margaret Cunningham. The remaining 1927 basketball schedule lists games against Broadwater Sunol and Dalton with Gurley hosting or traveling on specified dates.
The advanced algebra class worked on logarithms on Friday afternoon. Mr. Willey spoke on Higher Education in the high school assembly Tuesday morning. He then visited the advanced physiology class. Raymond Kielsehorst is absent this week after a hunting accident left his left hand severely injured.
The Bridgeport News-Blade reports a Casper bootlegger suffered a theft of fifteen gallons while serving patrons last night. The loss was not reported, and efforts are underway to settle the matter to avoid further trouble for Bridgeport.
Wire Grass locals recount weekend activity with multiple calls to the Obendorfer, Aurich, Gemienhardt, and Hink homes. Neighbors A. W. Schlichting and son drove to Sidney, while Otto Bergt and numerous families shared dinners and rides, highlighting a busy social circuit.
Perry Bowseh and Fred Rathbun called on Lawson Cunningham Wednesday. Frank Fawcett shipped cattle to Omaha Thursday. Ted Hein visited Tony Meick Friday. Leonard Halstander saw Oscar Meyer Friday. Joe Deaver called on John Omman Friday. Bowser family moving to Emanuelson place. Law son Cunningham in Chap pell Saturday. Local residents, many visits, sick lists, and a school board appointment noted.
Church board met at the parsonage Monday evening. Mr Talich and sons spent Sunday in North Platte with Mrs Halich and expect to bring her home by the latter part of the week.
Community notes report the Ladies' Aid gathering at the Cr. Moorhead residence with Mrs. Moorhead and Mrs. Winston hosting. Several neighbors and relatives are mentioned, including birthdays, school pageant practice at the M. EB. church, and various travel, employment, and social happenings around town.
A vehicle was towed into town after a minor incident last week with little damage reported. The note promotes subscribing to The Telegraph for twice weekly news delivery.
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