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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1927
Page
3
A campus bulletin lists staff roles including editor-in-chief and associate editor with names such as Willie Kennedy and Kermit Moore, alongside other student contributors and assistants. The note highlights student editorial leadership and ongoing publication activities.
January calendar lists Chappell versus Sidney games on the 21st, Epworth League Institute from the 21st to 23rd, the start of the second semester on the 24th, and the opera Cherry Blossom on the 28th.
The article lists Paul Kahl as editor in chief with Mona Livoni and Franklin Barger as associates and notes the current editors have finished exams while planning exemptions for the upcoming issue.
The Sidney High School chorus and orchestra prepare the operetta Gherryblossom to be staged on the twenty eighth. Under Prof Havolic the music supervisor the students work hard to ensure success with full participation and support. The cast lists Cherry Cecile Jones Jessica Marjorie Pettett Hollis Kepler Harry Don Livont Kokemo Kermit Moore Don Shipman Edward Barnes Walter Johnson Orville Williams Geisha Girls Ferne Riggs Ruth Karvanek Helen Riggs Virginia Johnson Muriel Riggs Margaret Brown Helen Dotan.
A poem praising the honest, square man with a twinkling eye and upright air. It asserts such men influence others, help fallen brothers, deter sneaks, and command respect even from the greatest rogue.
Miss Orebaugh asks Sam L why late. Sam L cites bells. Richard asks date. Mr. Davis orders exam. Richard notes he wanted something to write on. Earl M reports a 100 on a puppy love theme. Lois asks if it was personal. Francis G questions whistle at ball game. Frosty explains timeout. Francis asks who will replace him.
In a playful tableau from the Kimball game, players and spectators exchange light hearted lines about vaccinations shots score drinks and outfits. An old rhyme about Teedle and a joke about a degree appears alongside a dinner invitation note with a joke about dress optional.
Kimball cagers edged Sidney with a 44 to 31 final after two extra periods. Christenson led Kimball with a stellar center performance while Williams and Kepler topped Sidney, with Kepler scoring high for the locals. Next game is at Chappell on Friday the 21st.
In September 1925 forty five freshmen joined Sidney High School. They adjusted to new customs, endured a rough initiation with a weiner roast at Flat Top, and were guest of honor at an All High mixer. The class won Booster club ticket drives and participated in football and basketball through a year with few mishaps.
On September 7, 1926 students returned to SHLS not as green as before. Enrollment stands at about thirty five with new and moving students sharing the trials and tribulations. Activities included a picnic at Flat Top and freshman initiation. The class has strong representation in football and other activities.
The National Livestock and Meat Board announces a fourth annual national essay contest offering university scholarships to high school girls. Students must write on meat or livestock topics, judged by home economics experts led by Dr. Louise Stanley. Last year over 10 000 girls participated and enrollment is expected to rise. entries close March 15.
Gurley sextette defeated Dalton 46 to 6 marking the second time Gurley girls held a small end over Dalton in a season of strong defense. After intermission play, the Gurley lead hovered around 66 to 5 but a Dalton basket late in the game narrowed the margin. A large crowd attended as Gurley boys later clashed with Dalton in a fast game.
Direct telephone service to the Pacific Northwest was completed Monday when AT&T opened a line from New York and Washington to Seattle and Portland. Walter S. Gifford, AT&T president, spoke with J. C. Ainsworth of the Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Co, inaugurating the continental link.
Land and Pacific Company executive Hickman announces a newly opened telegraph line from New York to Seattle via Chicago, Minneapolis, Fargo, Bismark, Billings, Helena, Spokane, and Seattle. The direct Chicago to Seattle circuit spans 2,225 miles, claimed as the world’s longest. Subscribe for The Telegraph for biweekly news.
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