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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1966
Page
2
Sidney Telegraph waters editorial page notes Western Nebraska's oldest newspaper founded in 1873 and associates with the Associated Press and Nebraska Press as Cheyenne County's official newspaper.
The editors urge sustained effort in 1966 for Sioux County and surrounding areas. They note closer unity after recent reverses, highlight new uses for Sioux Army Depot and exploration of private payrolls, and caution against banking on oil and gas. The core message: work together, support the community, and seek favorable crops and livestock profits.
Kimball discharges its Chamber of Commerce manager due to lack of funds. The note warns it is a black day for Sidney and stresses the need for business and professionals to support the chamber to sustain community progress and avoid economic ruin.
Washington reporters note President Johnson's convalescence period delayed agency activity. Now back from eight weeks on the Pedernales, he adjusts the budget for Great Society and Vietnam needs while Congress and the President resume action, signaling a potential revival in governance.
A brisk nation wide debate on United States policy in Viet Nam continues with dissenters labeled Vietniks challenged by serious voices. New England professors including Harvard and Yale question aspects while two New York rabbis urge peaceful solutions and note global church councils call for end to war. The piece defends dissent as American by right and urges ongoing discussion.
Local governments face headaches as Medicare home care begins July 1. Counties seek clear local agency responsibility for hiring nurses and specialists to handle calls. A dedicated agency may be needed to manage telephone inquiries with a staff of 25 to 30 in a 100000 population city.
Oregon Governor Hatfield voices concern that federal aid to education grants sweeping powers to Washington. He calls for a states compact to shape national education policy while preserving state sovereignty. The governor argues education policy should rest with federal, state, and local levels without eroding state powers.
An editorial warns older readers that Medicare can impose delays and cash advances for non participating doctors, with refunds through a government intermediary and red tape. It cites caution from medical associations, urges early checking of physician willingness to join Medicare, and notes assurance from Nebraska Hospital Association about hospital admission. It also mentions food tips about water chestnuts and muffins.
The Sidney postmaster appointment of Ferris Preble draws critique from readers who see it as a spoils system favoring party loyalty. The piece argues appointments reflect politics more than merit, noting Civil Service screening could improve selection. It endorses Preble's integrity while condemning the political nature of the decision.
The Lincoln Star cites Newsweek's Dec 20 issue claiming Governor Morrison delays a U S Senate bid against Carl Curtis. The piece argues Morrison fears boosting Lt. Gov. Philip Sorensen could cede the governorship to a liberal ally and notes little real policy gulf between Morrison and Sorensen.
North Platte Station, a lesser known military post on the Union Pacific line, established August 1867 to protect the railroad and supply nearby detachments. Descriptions note pine construction, sparse heating, limited baths, a limestone guard house, a 40 by 15 foot hospital, stables for about 75 horses, a thrifty post garden, daily mails, and a town population of about 800 including railroad workers and tradespeople.
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