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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1967
Page
4
A brief questionnaire memo addresses Cornhuskers Harry Wilson Larry Wacholtz Pete Tatman and Carol Stith asking Where were you January 2 after last Saturday's Senior Bowl game.
The piece argues Nebraska will still face high taxes despite ending the state property tax levy. It notes city county and school taxes remain, and that the 1967 Legislature will push blended income and sales taxes. Gov. Tiemann seeks a combined system to raise about $100 million, with cigaret and liquor taxes likely to follow. The author warns taxes are a fact of life and the tax collector is our shadow.
The Lincoln maneuvering last week showed Republicans back in power in a body famed for nonpartisanship. The budget committee was packed with backers of the University and education, aligning with Gov. Norbert Tiemann’s push for more state funding. The unicameral system remains, yet politics permeates all levels as long as politicians remain in politics.
A columnist quips that Lyndon B. Johnson’s rejection of a commissioned portrait proves his humanity and vanity. The piece contrasts public image with private self and cites famous figures who desired dramatic, idealized likenesses, noting the difficulty of capturing a multifaceted leader.
California reports the highest radioactive fallout since 1962 following China fifth detonation. The health director says levels on the West Coast are not a health threat but urge urgent global controls to prevent more nations from seeking nuclear weapons amid fears of an N-th country scenario.
Rep Wright Patman chairman of the House Small Business Subcommittee released the fourth report on alleged foundation tax exemption abuses. Treasury says a small minority abuse exemptions, but Congress delays needed reforms. Proposals include banning transactions with contributors, directors, or officers and requiring foundation income be spent on charity within a year.
The Lincoln Star reports a ruling denying Beatrice the right to sink water wells outside city limits to serve two private industries. Critics say the decision hinges on treating service as private rather than public, complicating utility expansion beyond city borders.
The Sidney Telegraph editorial page notes weekly publication schedule and the newspaper’s address in Sidney Nebraska. It states The Telegraph Printing Co Inc publishes on Monday Wednesday and Friday from 630 eleventh Avenue.
A Social Security official writes from Lincoln praising The Sidney Telegraph for aiding public information on retirement survivors disability and Medicare. He expresses appreciation for cooperative media coverage and notes farmers in soybean areas plan eight percent more acres in 1967 with harvest around record yields.
The Scottsbluff Star-Herald notes Nebraska Governor Norbert Tiemann, inaugurated as the 32nd governor, aims for large changes in state revenue and spending to meet 20th century needs. It predicts higher state spending, aggressive operation of government, and a budget larger than ever, with the public awaiting detailed programs.
McCOOK Nebraska chairman Ervain Friede of the Nebraska Wheat Commission says 1967 aims include a single national voice for U S wheat producers in market development research and promotion. He cites needs for foreign and domestic market work and urges a national organization to unite producers. The commission, created in 1955, is funded by a one fourth cent per bushel state levy. members listed. Prices show food rising less than other CPI categories since 1947 49 while wages up 100 percent.
Lincoln reports the 77th Nebraska Legislature opens with Norbert Tiemann’s inauguration. He pledges to expand state services via a broad tax plan including a 2.5 percent retail sales tax, a graduated income tax, and reform of property taxes to raise at least $100 million over two years. Supporters praise progress, while critics warn of higher spending. The new era faces economic and logistical challenges across state government.
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