Editorial Pace Praises Soil Conservation Service Efforts
The Telegraph extols the Soil Conservation Service and its partnerships with Nebraska farmers. It recalls 1930s logic and 1959 progress, noting reclaimed rough land, preserved soils, and increased farm land value through SCS guidance and county agents. It lauds farmers who embraced land management for long term productivity.
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Telegraph
Soil Conservation Service
SCS
Agericy
Nebraska
Cheyenne County
Fighting For Sioux Defense Jobs in Nebraska and Colorado
The Nebraska congressional delegation vows to present a united front for Sioux Ordnance Depot to secure new or expanded missions and payroll stability. Colorado’s delegation is noted for lobbying federal agencies to maintain large defense activities, leaving Nebraska underrepresented. The piece argues defense spending should reflect Nebraska needs and calls for a stronger regional defense payroll.
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Nebraska
Sioux Ordnance Depot
Colorado
Denver
Lowry
Buckley Fields
Rocky Mountain Arsenal
Bex _ Nebraska
Sioux
Senator Bartlett Opposes Depletion Tax Cut for Oil
The article discusses the depletion allowance for oil and gas producers, a long standing federal tax provision. Senator Bob Bartlett of Alaska argues against reducing the rate, calling it essential for continued exploration and oil access, noting Alaska’s needs and the impracticality of a blanket cut.
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Congress
vAnothidis
Bob’ Bartlett
Gwatite
Alaska
Bartlett
Public Health Service Reports 3.4 Billion Lost Workdays
The Public Health Service states that injuries and illness totaled 3.4 billion working days lost in the last fiscal year. Colds flu and other respiratory infections were the leading disabilities, driving the impact across the workforce and economy.
Letter to Governor amid recount fuels party loyalty
A long, reflective letter expresses strong support for the elected Governor, alternating Democrat and Republican terms. It highlights loyalty to the party, calls for strong leadership, and emphasizes service to the people, unity, and tradition while candidly noting past political shifts and self-critique.
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Ralph
Or Vic
Why Chadron voters will decide on airport funds
In The Chadron Record editors urge support for a special election on February 24 to approve $30,000 to match $90,000 in federal and state funds for Chadron airport improvements. They note three fourths of the money comes from aviation industry gas taxes and that local residents should provide the remaining one fourth to secure a vital transportation link.
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Chadron
Chadron Airport
Nebraska
Chadrén
No New Starts Policy Cited by Seaton in Nebraska
Secretary of the Interior Fred Seaton told reporters in Lincoln that he favors a balanced national budget and opposes adding watershed projects in the 1960 budget. He noted he supports his home state projects but expects administration pressure to resist them, reinforcing opposition to new starts.
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Fred. Seaton
Eisenhower
Linntolns
Nebraska
Seatori
Seaton
Mark
A Lesson From Abroad From France Britain Veer to Conservatism
From news reports and the recent election in France the two nations that pursued socialistic schemes appear to be veering toward conservative governance. The United States is urged to watch allies closely to avoid ruinous pitfalls in national policy.
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Port’ Gibson
Miss
Reveille
France
Great Britain
United States
Crossword Puzzle Clues Mixed List Across and Down
A garbled crossword clue list presents entries for Across and Down with numbers and partial phrases, including references to peppers, weights, Hebrew leaders, medieval shields, island names, animals, materials, and various common crossword terms, with several OCR errors and misprints. The puzzle enumerates multiple clues per line, including “Across 1” and “Down 1” segments, interspersed with stray symbols and spacing issues.
Chores Teach Boys About Home Skills and Manners
Vivian Brown argues chores build manhood by teaching boys practical home skills safety and courtesy. She cites plumbing electricity and carpentry basics and suggests mothers guide boys through chores from washing to hosting guests, stressing manners and respect in daily life.
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Vivian Brown
Out Of Old Nebraska cln Ger at TIGL YOM
A terse clipping notes a historical Nebraska topic with unclear names and dates. The fragment hints at a regional event or column header and mentions Ger and TIGL YOM, requiring reconstruction from context. Further readable details are minimal, leaving key entities uncertain.
Appointment of Sam Reynolds to Nebraska Senate
Reynolds Reynolds, Omaha insurance man, was appointed to the United States Senate on July 3, 1954 by Governor Robert Crosby to fill the long term seat after Senator Hugh Butler’s death and to serve until the November 1954 election. The appointment occurred amid a heated GOP contest with seven candidates for the long term and three for the short term. Butler died July 2, 1954, just after the primary deadline, triggering maneuvers by Howard Buffett and John Quin as rival filings were rejected. Crosby sought a unifying choice acceptable to all party factions to aid his own campaign and designated a trusted local businessman whose seniority and balance would help quell the party split.
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Sam Reynolds
Omaha Insurance, Man
United States Senate
Govenor
Robert Crosby
Hugh Butler
Nebraska
Dwight Griswold
Butler
Howard Buffett
Omaha
Lincoln
Mr. Buffett
Ate
of.State
State Central Commirere
Quinn
Buffett
Govenor Crosby
Peat.jc. Capa Feovernor
Mee
Regdoldee
Roman, Hruska
Sps
Idle Thoughts of a Busy Editor on Movies and TV
The piece reflects on progress and nostalgia for classic cinema, lamenting crowded living rooms and shrinking social life due to TV and movie obsession. It praises modern filmmaking advances, urges regular moviegoing, and defends Hollywood workers while warning against isolating society behind screens.
Safety On The Rails Seven Years Without Pullman Fatalities
The nation's railroads in 1958 extended their perfect safety record in Pullman cars to seven consecutive years. The Association of American Railroads reports that last year more than 6 million passengers traveled about 4.25 billion miles in Pullman cars without a single fatality.
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Association of American Railroads
States impose cigarette taxes reach forty five of fifty
Forty five states including New York and Texas tax cigarettes with rates from two to eight cents per pack. California Colorado North Carolina and Oregon exempt. Taxation policy varies by state and affects retail prices and revenue.
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California
Colorado
North Carolina
Oregon
Why do underpaid Nebraska legislators serve their state
A Nebraska editorial ponders why lawmakers endure long sessions for little pay. It notes a $872 annual stipend limits, yet many serve for public service, prestige, or personal conviction. While some act from self interest, most are sincere and willing to sacrifice for the common good.
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Ralph
Vic
Nebraska
Restless
Gun
Maverick
Patch Nail Trick for Plaster Walls
A quick home fix suggests applying a small cross patch of cellophane tape over the target spot on plastered walls before hammering in a nail. This method aims to prevent cracks and minimize damage when hanging a picture.
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