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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1956
Page
2
Independent newspaper published at 830 Ith Ave Sidney Nebraska issues on Monday Wednesday and Friday afternoons serving Sidney Cheyenne County and Western Nebraska.
The Nebraska Federation of Women's Clubs leads a state campaign endorsed by 300 clubs to remove pornographic reading and pictorial material from Nebraska business shelves. Advocates urge officials to curb adult material, arguing it harms moral standards and juvenile welfare.
The piece explains the federal income tax structure with a 20 percent base rate rising to 91 percent in upper brackets. It notes 84 percent of individual taxes come from the base rate while 16 percent come from surtaxes, arguing high rates harm moderate earners more than the rich.
The piece warns that finding oil does not guarantee a profitable well. It outlines the need for pumping equipment tubing rods flow lines and storage to reach production and implies many investors learn hard lessons in costly follow up. It ends with a nod to the shoemaker adage.
The piece notes Sterling Colorado merchants host weekly free drawings to lure customers, challenging Sidney Nebraska merchants. It highlights cross border shopping, Nebraska’s strict gambling laws, and the lack of sales tax in Nebraska versus Colorado, urging lawmakers to ease trivial merchandising restrictions.
The Cheyenne County courthouse is deemed inadequate to serve the public and needs enlargement and modernization. County officials and a Deriver architect outlined plans to fit present and future needs, noting the project will require substantial funding via bonds if local funds are insufficient.
Ike cleared to run again as doctors say he is fit for a second term. Nixon is the likely running mate as Republicans weigh the choice and consider his acceptability among party leaders.
The Omaha World Herald exposed the man who gave a 2500 dollar campaign contribution to Senator Case of South Dakota, naming a Lexington Nebraska attorney. The piece argues the donation's prominence lies in principle and motive, praising the paper for breaking anonymity and linking the donor. The president's sharp rebuke last week is framed as indirect praise for the paper's investigative skill.
The oil sector suffered a setback as President Hisenhower vetoed the natural gas bill, likely stopping its passage this session. The industry blames a few selfish actors for harming its reputation, though the majority remain conscientious and hopeful for strong public relations to repair the damage.
Public opinion analyst Sherman Rogers surveyed 4 000 Americans on net profit per dollar of sales. Average 19 cents, while the three largest chains earned only seven tenths of a cent in 1954. The rest paid to farmers workers transportation and others, with profits typically only a few cents per dollar.
The article discusses President Eisenhower deciding not to pursue federal reinsurance of private health insurance at this time, citing bipartisan opposition in 1954 and 1955 and uncertainties about cost. It notes the plan aimed to bolster economic defenses against illness but faced doubts over taxpayer impact and insurer incentives.
Fragmented list of crossword style clues with numbers and partial phrases. The readable items mix geographic terms, clothing, anatomy, animals, food, and obscure notes, challenging direct interpretation or coherent theme.
Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada reports 1955 life insurance sold at 761 million dollars, with 244 million in group coverage and US sales driving growth. Dividend scales rise for 1958 with projected payouts near 28 million dollars to policyholders, while mortgage investments reach 399.986 million and total in force exceeds 614 billion.
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