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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1932
Page
8
Sidney Bridgeport faced a decisive end to the season with a routine conference win. The box score, compiled by Earl Young, shows dominant performance from both sides and hints at potential future success for the Maroons.
The Tax Payers League at Gering urges drastic budget reductions. It cites 1931 costs for the law library at $250, county attorney at $1,503, farm bureau at $3,612, county fair at $2,000, and county building with no amount listed. It recommends the janitor salary not exceed $100 per month.
Bankers report moisture in the western end of the state is down to 14 percent from last month. Drought and bad weather slow corn husking and early spring tasks. A shift to farm rental demand grows as population moves to farms, creating a rent squeeze. Cash rents fade except for pasture and hay land. crop land moves to crop share, typically two-fifths to one-half. Land sales remain about 27 percent of normal. Farm prices ease, with corn 33 36 cents, wheat 41 cents, alfalfa 9 to 8.75, fat cattle 5.58 to 6.10, hogs 3.21 to 3.37, butterfat 17 to 19, and other feeds variable by district. Prices often differ between local elevator offers and livestock feeder bids.
Police pursued Walls and Quizenberg after tips warned of heavy liquor shipments. The chase ran through country roads to the highway where Quizenberg fled, breaking containers while Walls drove on. Quizenberg, called the big shot, and Walls were captured with a pint and a broken gallon bottle recovered. three men lodged in Julesburg jail as officers say liquor sales in Nebraska’s zone were being funneled across the state line.
Prof Swenk outlines locations where grasshoppers lay eggs and notes that burning weeds may kill other insects but not eggs. He distributes a complete report to county agents and interested readers can obtain it from County Agent Willey or the agricultural college at Lincoln.
Filing activity heats up in Sidney with Democratic slate led by Green noted for Lodge Pole irrigation work. Expected re election bids by Judge G P Kratz and several county treasurer entrants. deadline March 3 and primaries April 12. Plans include public results display in district courtroom with clerk’s office access restricted. County Clerk Paviat backs the new counting method.
Thirty four Cheyenne County farmers have finished farm account books and thirty two farmers have started new books for 1932, according to Mr. Willey.
A man confessed to police and county officials that he gave his wife a hamburger sprinkled with poison crystals. He faces a long prison term as prosecutors pursue a severe sentence for the attempted murder case.
The article recounts a popular Demverite figure’s marriage to Ranum in 1920, alleged desertion and lack of support, with the couple separating in 1928. The notice appears as a continuation from page 1, outlining the personal dispute and marriage history.
Winders says he will not seek any office this year while several opponents emerge. Barger, ward one councilman, likely to be renominated. Mayor Schroeder’s stance unclear but may run. Terms for city clerk Carl Jones and treasurer Leslie Neubauer expire, as does police judge seat with A A Clark a likely candidate. School board terms for N W Ladegard and L T Poole also end, both expected to run again.
Sidney high school faces Alliance and St. Pats plays Hyannis in the opening tournament games Saturday afternoon with finals set for Saturday night. The Maroons, if they play their best, appear capable of beating all in the upper bracket except Alliance, testing Black's crew early and positioning them as a tournament favorite.
The St Pats five have not been impressive lately but better play is expected in the tournament. Hyannis and Bayard are noted as likely contenders if St Pats reach the finals. Alliance is the pre tournament favorite with Sidney close behind. Bayard’s strong season keeps them favored, Hyannis brings a strong club, and Hay Springs appears stronger than usual this year.
Ritchie declares he will sue unless Bryan explains charges amid a Nebraska political feud. He cites alleged use of state funds to mail capitol notes and accuses Bryan aides of spreading anonymous attacks to discredit opponents. Ritchie urges public scrutiny of state campaign practices and accountability.
A distrustful stance is urged as the speaker presses Mr. Bryan to satisfactorily explain officials acts or withdraw from the race before the upcoming primary. The statement frames accountability as essential to the campaign's path forward.
The case centers on E G Herman bound over to district court on a $500 bond after a preliminary hearing in Alliance. He allegedly shipped ordinary non certified potatoes under No 1 seed labels, using association style tags to misrepresent quality. Association witnesses described inspection methods and testified Herman was not a member. His attorney argued the certification law conflicts with interstate commerce and other laws.
During the week ending February 19, domestic wheat markets rose on broad European demand for North American wheat, supportive security markets, and uncertain prospects for the winter crop. Feed grains gained with wheat, rye held firm, and new crop prospects grew in importance as winter conditions varied across Europe. United States winter wheat progressed generally, except in western Kansas where prospects were poor due to adverse conditions. Austria faced severe freezing, while Italy, Spain, and Hungary saw snow improving outlooks.
Governor Bryan and State Superintendent Charles W. Taylor call on county superintendents to help cut property taxes. They urge streamlined assessment practices and reallocations to ease tax burdens for homeowners and districts.
W C Beachley of Lincoln was elected president of the Nebraska federation of retailers at the conclusion of the 26th annual convention in North Platte. Lincoln chosen as 1933 convention city. Curry Watson reappointed secretary treasurer. resolutions opposing federal or state sales taxes on food adopted. Sidney attendees included A D Greenlee Roy E Greenlee and M A Zwick.
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