Sidney Telegraph editorial page notes origins and affiliations
The Sidney Telegraph, Nebraska's oldest newspaper founded in 1873, is an associate member of the Associated Press and a member of Nebraska Press. It serves Cheyenne County and is published every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday by The Telegraph Printing Co., Inc. at 830 11th Ave in Sidney.
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Spacefaring head shrinker in a punchy comic strip
In a 1960s popular comic, an Ecuadorian Indian is hired to kill a detective but is kidnapped by gangsters who had stolen a space coupe. The gangster recalls a past murder by the Indian who allegedly shrunk his brother’s head. The Indian is sent into orbit, leaving the gangsters to boast of erasing evidence by tossing bodies into space.
Government by Committee Haunts Morrison Gubernatorial Bid
The piece faults Gov. Morrison for overloading his administration with committees to solve issues that should be handled by the governor and Legislature. It argues Morrison must take decisive stands, notes his adept but reticent style, and warns that opposition will exploit the committee system if he seeks another term. It questions Morrison's political future and potential campaign issues.
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Nebraska
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Scottsbluff Star-Herald
Boy Scouts Birthday Highlights Global Reach and Values
The piece marks the 56th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America noting its global vigor with Space Exploration merit badges and service efforts in regions from Zambia to Turkey. It lauds the 10 million member body, Scout Week displays, and varied good deeds, then shifts to Abraham Lincoln, praising his humility, empathy, and enduring impact on government and public life.
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Edward White
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No line of dialogue that sells newspapers, or not
Bill Vaughan argues quality journalism builds trust and public service, not mere sales. He notes that covering Africa and social issues, though costly, sustains a newspaper's relationship with readers and community. The piece cites editorials on integrity, occasional political stands, and the dangers of capitulation to advertisers, plus related Nebraskan commentary.
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Frontier Half-Fare Flights From Lincoln Sparks Debate
Frontier Airlines offers half fare to Lincoln travelers for three months with no advance reservations. The plan aims to boost air travel by making Denver and Kansas City trips affordable, challenging the Civil Aeronautics Board to approve the arrangement.
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One Teacher Schools Persist in Nebraska Education Study
Nebraska Education Department reports 1,413 one teacher schools remain across the state, enrolling 15,864 pupils. Rural schools average 4.2 pupils per teacher, with 170 schools having five or fewer students. Despite small districts, the department notes the trend toward consolidation continues, while emphasizing potential education gains from ending such schools.
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Earliest Nebraska Trade Was Barter Among Furs and Goods
The first Nebraskan business dealings were largely barter, trading furs with Indians for guns, trinkets, kettles, and whiskey, later with clothing and food. Early settlers, millers, and editors paid with produce or wood. Salt works near Lincoln paid in various goods, and farmers traded eggs, butter, beef for needs. Credit arose in the 1880s and 1890s with corn payments. threshing and shelling methods shaped labor exchange. Wisdom on planning and patience closes the piece.
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Sidney Chamber urged on industry despite social policy concerns
A letter from Leon A. Lafler of Scottsbluff commends Sidney Chamber of Commerce and Industrial Corp for promoting new industries but warns capital may hesitate due to Sidney's socialistic practices. He urges clean hands in dealings, questions tax and zoning impacts, and notes enclosing his 1966 dues. Also includes a thanks note to the Telegraph staff for 1965 Medicare social security explanations.
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That Darn Cat Opens Fox Staff Week in Sidney
Staff Week at the Fox Theatre honors manager Vern Austin and his team. Walt Disney's That Darn Cat opens the run, promising top flight cinema with no interruptions. The piece invites patrons to visit the Fox for an evening of entertainment and appreciation of theater staff.
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First Libel Suits and Printing Press Inventions
The text notes key milestones in journalism history including John Peter Zenger’s 1735 libel trial defended by Andrew Hamilton. It mentions the Stanhope iron press of 1798 led by the Earl of Stanhope, Koenig’s 1811 power press, and Times London cylinder presses erected for the November 29, 1814 issue.
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