Sidney Telegraph editorial page overview
The Sidney Telegraph serves Cheyenne County as Western Nebraska’s oldest paper founded in 1873. It is published Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays by The Telegraph Printing Co. Inc. at 830 11th Ave Sidney Nebraska and is an associate member of the Associated Press and a member of the Nebraska Press Association.
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Ten Great Decisions in American Presidential History
Prof Richard B Morris highlights ten pivotal presidential deeds shaping the nation. Washington defied whisky rebels to show government resolve. Jefferson bought the Louisiana Territory. Jackson asserted national supremacy. Monroe set a doctrine. Lincoln preserved the Union by force if needed. Roosevelt aided Panama, Wilson pushed the League, FDR aided Britain, Truman made two era deciding choices.
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Panama
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League of Nations
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Great Britain
Truman
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Korea
Icy woes fade as neighbor finds winter good
A neighbor cheers through winter by noting the lawn stays unmowed and crab grass is absent, offering a bright side to seasonal troubles amid stalled engines and frostbitten cars. The cheerful thought underscores optimism despite domestic and global strains.
The New Embassies Expand in Washington DC
The capital must house 17 new embassies as new nations join the world stage. Washington, a cosmopolitan center, still bears Southern racial tensions, though no incidents involving diplomats have occurred. The State Department expects no issues as housing tightens and more consular staff arrive.
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Washington, D. C
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State Department
A Kick For Football Reflects On College Athletics
Soviet coach Gavrial Korobkov argues track and field is fully professional while US college teams represent big business in football. He notes scarce scholarships for track athletes and questions amateur status. The Look Magazine delegation notes recruiting and finance issues, criticizing the link between football and education as distorted values.
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Rome
United States
Korobkov
New York
Look Magazine
Panhandle Mother Reflects On Cereal Box Toys
A Panhandle mother writes about the allure and hassles of cereal box incentives. She recalls chasing trains, submarines, and gadgets for her children, noting how these promotions shape purchases and kitchen shelf clutter. She suggests simpler, family sized packaging and fewer parts to ease the toy clutter.
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Sidney Sees Growth as Phone Reach Tops Four Thousand
Northwestern Bell reports Sidney added 439 telephones in 1955, boosting the exchange total to 4,228, up from 1,555 in 1945. A new underpass crossing over Union Pacific trackage awaits a decision as city plans progress.
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Cheyenne County
W. D. Powell
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Terry Beutler
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Sidney-Deadwood
Blizzard Threat Looms Over Cheyenne County
A light snow turned to a swirling blizzard as a brisk north wind lashed Cheyenne County on Sunday evening. The Democratic central committee in Sidney, Nebraska, appointed Carrie Allington postmaster at Sunol and Frank Semerad postmaster at Gurley. The U S Supreme Court handed down a momentous decision in its history.
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Democratic Central Committee
Sidney
Carrie Allingtons
Sunol
Frank Semerad
Gurley
United States Supreme Court
Search for missing couple as snow drifts deepen
Thirty five feet of snow in gullies is blamed as many search all day Wednesday across six miles near the abandoned car for the bodies of Miss Dunbar and Mr. Shea. Other items note court reporter change and highway department appointments, plus local marriage and job updates.
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J. W. Billeter
State Highway Department
Perkins
Cheyenne
Devel
Oma Chick
George Iverson
McCook
Kingsbury
Colo
Ann Schneider
Dr. Taylor
John Livoni
Lillian Miller
Sidney News Briefs and Social Roundup
Local notes report children missing days for sick spells and a quiet court week with minor cases. A Farmer Union meeting at the opera house drew a crowd but attendance was limited. a tea and social visits fill midweek events. Social happenings include 55th birthday farewells, a word contest with prize winners, and a mother’s tea at Sidney. A humorous aside ponders a Love microbe while a light snow storm shifts to Maylike warmth. Proceeds from a chicken pie supper benefit the Ladies Aid.
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Opera House
Farmer's Union
Sidney
Chas Harper
Hageman
Harper
Ladies’ Aid
Sid-__ Association Forms In City
Sixty five years ago this Thursday a local effort organized an association to be known as the Sid- plan aimed at coordinating community projects. Members include prominent residents and business leaders as organizers expect to pursue charitable and civic activities in the coming months.
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Sidney News Notes and Weather Amid Dust Storms
The Sidney column reports the Protective Association formed with Chas. E. Doran as president and James L. McIntosh as secretary. A week long wind and dust storm ended with heavy snow, glass blowers display work in a room near the office, New Year calls were sparse, school reopens Monday, and inventories are underway as merchants recover from holidays.
County Board Meets as New Commissioner Arrives
Seventy five years ago the county court house buzzed with activity late this week. Aug Neumann, newly elected commissioner from the eastern district, arrived on a delayed train and qualified. The full board met and adjourned to Thursday morning. Snodgrass became chairman after Walrath retired, and Mr Walrath’s departure marked a leadership change.
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Milan Opera to Perform Lucia di Lammermoor at Fort Sidney
The Milan opera company will present Lucia di Lammermoor next Thursday evening at the Fort Sidney theatre. The event is hailed as the greatest theater treat this winter and perhaps many winters to come.
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Camp Clarke
Fort Sidney
Milan Opera Company
Mercury
Mrs. Kelly
Pumpkin Creek
Trognitz’ Place
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