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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1957
Page
2
Editorial analyzes Sidney's 1957 prospects with stable agriculture and oil activity. Army depots near steady employment. Population slight decline due to mobile trailer workers. Recommends civic planning and Chamber of Commerce action to attract new industry and foster growth this year.
A 7000 strong community in Sidney raised over 13000 to send its high school band to the inaugural parade in Washington. About one third of the funds came from outside, with large and small contributions from Nebraska and Wyoming. The effort, led by local volunteers, reflects neighborly spirit and county pride in a job well done.
A reader voices doubt about Elvis Presley’s lasting influence noting fewer Presley records heard in social venues. The writer recalls predicting fade in 1950s and warns fans about future sensations in entertainment while questioning Presley’s moral impact.
Many Sidney businessmen find 1956 revenue high but net income squeezed by rising costs. Even the largest corporations with top cost accounting help struggle to charge enough to beat inflation. The piece reassures readers they are not alone in this common problem.
The Hungarian revolt showed courage under siege and exposed communism as crumbling. It spurred Western distrust of Soviet power and argued for freedom and limited government as essential human rights.
A long list of Christmas visits, engagements, dinners, and family gatherings fills the page. Tony Kaus and Pamela join Mrs. Kaus at her parents Emil and Mary Marx in Dalton. George Masse visits relatives in Washington and Oregon. Lt. Gene Ells and family spend holidays with relatives in Omaha. Mrs. Newsome and Mrs. Funk visit kin in Iowa and Colorado, with plans to see California relatives. Many local households host dinners, reunions, and gifts, including engagements announced for Mary Lee Story and Herman Heise. A holiday ice pond shines under a new searchlight as the town celebrates the season with friends and neighbors.
The Army Air Corps plans to award the Distinguished Flying Cross to 75 pilots including Lt. Guilford Montgomery a Sidney High School graduate who lived with relatives in Sidney and later attended Colorado Agricultural College. Capt. Colin P. Kelly Jr. is noted for sinking the Haruna with his sacrifice. Local notices mention guests and returns from duty and a Feb 26 special election to condemn Western Public Service company properties.
A 25 year old Sidney report says the Union Pacific railroad shops will be reopened next Monday with a rumored four day week for former rip track workers. The Sidney Tennis Club hosted exhibition matches and echoed a year review of winners in junior and club events. Israel Snyder underwent hip bone infection surgery in Denver. Ferne Riggs, McCook telephone operator, spent Christmas with her family. S E Robineau of New York arrived for a family visit.
45 Years Ago Mr and Mrs William Riggs welcomed twins a boy and a girl born Thursday morning December 28. Mr Riggs works as a switchman for Union Pacific Railroad. Hon W F Cody Buffalo Bill shook hands with Sidney friends Thursday on his way to Cody Wyoming. Temperature stood 10 degrees below zero at eight A M Wednesday. Louis Fine of Denver spent Christmas in Sidney with his children Mrs Simon Fishman Leon and Sam. On Christmas Day Dorothy Stokes received one dollar from the Woman's Home Companion for a November story. Dr T B Charlton and wife from Clinton Iowa are holiday guests of Mr and Mrs A Bentley. Mr and Mrs William Harper of North Platte arrived Sunday to visit their parents Mr and Mrs J W Harper and Rev W A Hornaday and wife. The Sidney delegation attended the Christmas dance at Lodgepole.
Sidney Camp No. 1091 M W A elected its officers for the ensuing term led by C M Wright as V C and S H Babb as W A. Also elected were Dan Davison E B M J Sanders clerk Frank Ackerman Escort S N Kulp Watchman W J Davis Sentry A J Davison Manager and A D Stewitts physician.
The notice page reports social customs for New Year including avoiding asking a lady her shoe size and drinking champagne. It notes a proposed local telephone exchange with early subscriptions and a collector threat after January 1. It also mentions cargo movements by Haas & Whitney, deer and mountain sheep brought in by Hank Odenreid, and a winter travel block on the Pierre route affecting Deadwood access.
Kenneth L. Hooper, owner of a gun and machine shop beside a bank in Wenatchee, had just repaired a gun and was about to test it when the bank alarm activated. He hesitated, worried officers might misinterpret the scene, and stepped back inside.
Thirty four U S colleges provide courses in motor fleet supervision and maintenance highlighting growing formal training for fleet managers and technicians across the nation.
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A columnist surveys 1957 outlooks from inflation to booms and busts while noting celebrities, politics, and everyday life. He mocks recurring trends, reports personal finances improving, and wryly observes domestic and social foibles as the year begins. He mentions Dulles, Murrow, Crosby, Crain, and Lassie in a broad, humorous tone.
Public health advice issued by the State Department of Health. Dr. E A Rogers serves as director and oversees health guidance for citizens.
The article argues tetanus is not human spread, highlights high fatality, and urges ongoing booster immunizations. It cites Nebraska deaths in 1952 and 1955, warns against relying on a single postinjury booster, and promotes maintaining antibody levels through a series of doses with a family doctor guidance.
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