06 Feb 1959
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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1959
Page
1
County commissioners and judges clashed over courthouse expansion with proposals to buy adjacent property, new jail additions, and mixed views on funding. Some favored enlarging facilities to house offices and a jailer, while others opposed moving or purchasing. a levy hike and potential church site offers were discussed, aiming to resolve space needs by 1959.
Heowerd confesses theft of two saddles during a court inquiry. The confession references accomplices and locations, with details about the suspect’s actions and the involvement of a storage office. The record notes an ensuing sentence and reporting by local authorities.
A fragmented report notes potential expansion of safflower farming to enable year round operations. It references California, recent mergers, and estimated costs per acre, highlighting production capacity, acreage, and market adjustments amid evolving agricultural policy.
Anton Policky died suddenly at home after a long illness. Funeral services are planned at Greenwood Camerery Rosary and Gehrig and Son funeral Home with burial in Broadwater area. Survivors include his wife and several relatives. the article notes a wake and service details.
A garbled notice references state official Wil addressing the Farm Bureau with unclear details. The fragment mentions Nemesia, Tex, and Coma, and hints at congressional concerns about farmers and policy, but the text is largely unreadable.
The city announces eight applications for the city manager post sparking review by the council. Interim officials report on candidates and potential candidates note resignations and upcoming decisions as the search moves forward.
A damaged Ser Ser cover details a collision between two runners on the crest of a three mile course near Simb2. The incident occurred around 3:45 p.m. Saturday as Safer and Gall starter teams collided on the track. Injuries are not clearly listed, but damage is noted and the situation escalated.
Sidnee outlines next week start for the 1959 chamber drive led by Ed Bauman. Teams will visit merchants to recruit new members as a special Chamber Day set for Tuesday February 24. Officials say goal is to expand membership significantly, with a target nearing 350 and plans for multiple outreach rounds.
Weather worsens jobless relief costs as payments surge to about 1333.35 each month, with many families affected. Officials cite December and January bad weather, farm and construction slowdowns, and new aid-age applicants as factors. County figures show medical expenses and aid to the elderly, disabled, and dependents contributing to higher totals, while some expect relief to ease after March first.
A local fundraiser conducted Tuesday by miners of Sidney Boy’s Scouts sees Mothers Merck Total surpass the $900 mark. Zeced Sims accompanies P J. Heston and other volunteers as the campaign chair announces the grand tally and notes strong community support amid the small group effort.
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