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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1967
Page
4
The Sidney Telegraph is published every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday by The Telegraph Printing Co. Inc. at 830 11th Ave Shiney Nebraska. The notice outlines publication frequency and the publisher's address for the local newspaper.
An opinion piece argues political influence shaped the closure of Sioux Army Depot and Igloo Army Depot in South Dakota while Pueblo Depot remains active. It questions Washington lobbying, compares midcontinent locations, and notes Nebraska defense activity amid rising tax costs and shifting military priorities.
The column argues Negro leaders erred by blaming Powell’s actions on race while noting his defiance of authority. It asserts Powell faced double standards due to his race, calls for accountability in Congress, and suggests Powell’s conduct harms the Negro cause. It also comments on Nebraska tax chatter and tax policy anxieties.
As state government shifts hands, two departing figures receive commendation. Lieutenant Governor Philip Sorensen elevated the office and presided over the Legislature with distinction. Tax Commissioner George Dworak helped professionalize the tax department amid property reappraisal turmoil, safeguarding confidence in the tax system. Other administrators in Gov. Morrison's team are praised for faithful service.
A compact crossword list with Across and Down clues covering fruits, positions, verbs, animals, anatomy, and common nouns. Includes both simple and tricky entries such as Redact Forefront Inferior rubber and Harem room Plaything, designed for a standard grid fill.
A veteran observer argues eighteen year olds should vote, noting how youth culture shifts with war, media, and generational gaps. He recalls his own teens, defends teen conformity, and warns against overestimating political engagement among youths while praising their vitality.
A quirky item in American life, the grocery cart, is praised for versatility from a portable grill to a stroller and tool chest. Yet losses hit 25 million dollars annually as stores seek fixes while debating cart ownership versus customer theft.
The Lincoln Star notes LB159 would cut class B intangible tax from 2.5 mills to 0.25 on money and deposits, while LB160 would cut a similar rate on stocks and bonds. The column argues the flaw is principle and administration, not rate, and urges broader reform beyond lightening the levy.
Public interest piece by Bernie Camp argues for more legislative research staff to aid committees and reduce lobbyist influence. Senator Arnold Ruhnke proposes expanding the Legislative Council to provide research assistants. The piece notes lobbyists remain essential and pervasive, often called the third house, with access still possible outside chambers and hearings.
Nebraska lawmakers push early hearings as Budget Committee sets three week head start. Revenue panel weighs income sales tax, gambling proposal discussed, and officials seek public input for 1967 69 finances. Senate contemplates party labels and nonpartisan history amid resignations and new state education leadership.
Letter writers object to a photo advertisement for The Swinger showing Ann Margaret as inappropriate for youth and ask the Telegraph to reconsider. In a separate note, Sidney Jaycees thank readers for 1966 Christmas tree sale support funding local civic projects and invite constructive criticism and sales preferences.
A musical drama marking the centennial of Six Negro colleges titled Free Man Free Man traces the civil freedom struggle. Sponsored by the United Church of Christ the piece by Jan Hartman with music by John Duffy will premiere next summer at the Katamu Theater in Cleveland before an off Broadway exhibit in New York.
Local printer advertises fast turnaround for printing jobs with pickup and delivery. Call 254-5535 to arrange service from The Sidney Telegraph at 838 ith Avenue.
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