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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1929
Page
2
Independent weekly and semi weekly publication based in Sidney Nebraska serving Cheyenne County and Western Nebraska. Established location at 925 Tenth Avenue and priced at 2.50 dollars then 2.00 dollars.
In a debate on selling the city light and power plant to Western Public Service Co., opponents warn municipal ownership protects quiet life but risks losing growth. Proponents argue the sale funds a new, efficient plant, lowers rates, and spurs irrigation and industry in the Sidney valley with the company’s wider network and capital.
The article argues that factory attraction depends on cheap plentiful power and Sidney's natural advantages. It notes Sidney's soil water climate and transport as assets and suggests acquiring the Western Public Service Co. could revive activity and make Sidney the best small city in Nebraska.
A satirical piece defends Scots humor, attributes to Scots inventiveness and thrift, and lampoons stereotypes. It humorously argues Scots balance gluttony and generosity, noting the kilt as a feminine garment and recounting anecdotes about steam engines and exploration.
The progress of the town of Crook, just over the state line in Colorado, is traced through its record grain shipments in 1928, highlighting economic progress and local industry.
The Crook Progress Review reports 899 carloads of commodities were handled at Crook station in 1928. Included were 669 carloads of beets and 30 carloads of hay, with over 150 carloads of livestock shipped during the year. Cream Sidney Produce Co.
At the annual board meeting of the Dalton State Bank all officers were re elected to their former positions. W. J. Ewing remains president, Otho Campbell vice president, R. F. Buchanan cashier, and F J. Jennett assistant cashier. Cream 44c. Sidney Produce Co.
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