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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1956
Page
2
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Forty years after the idea was first proposed a grade separation over the Union Pacific line moves forward. A temporary crossing between 12th and 13th Avenues will serve until the underpass is finished, marking a historic milestone for Sidney residents.
The editorial argues Nebraskans should not emulate Nevada open gambling yet supports promotions with no risk as harmless. It warns state laws bar giveaways by auto firms and theaters, fearing legal risk though promotions with no cash prize may entice participation. The piece urges moderation rather than prohibition.
The piece argues continued oil discoveries in Morrill Garden and Cheyenne counties would boost Sidney as an oil center. It touts Sidney as well located for field service, strong transport via rail and road, and a lifestyle with amenities, schools, and housing. It forecasts Nebraska oil expansion north and northeast aiding growth.
Reports from the Nebraska Wheatgrowers Assn praise J. Fred Thompson of Sidney for strong public relations and effective leadership. The association is expanding across the state and gaining influence under his guidance.
Local sorority members will conduct a polio drive this Thursday night. They will stop at every home with a lighted porch to signal a willing donor inside. The effort invites all citizens to contribute to the nationwide fight against polio.
The 1956 budget, unveiled by President Eisenhower, rejects deep cuts yet promises a balanced plan. It relies on rising income and profits from unprecedented property gains to boost tax take. The president warns the economy must not slip even slightly, pledging government effort to prevent a recession.
Marguerite Higgins reports in Moscow where a failed $10 double socket purchase highlights the difference between a free competitive economy and a state controlled system. The article contrasts abundant American retail choice with shortages and price controls in Russia.
The article argues farm population declines while average farm size grows due to mechanization and electrification. It dismisses fears of a shift to monopoly farms, saying modern techniques strengthen family farms. Cooperative groups allow small operators to access machinery, making larger acreage feasible with moderate cost. The piece concludes there is room for both large and small farms.
A Sidney reader cites tax schedule data from 1940 through 1955 showing business property taxes rising from 795.08 to 3 197.49 for Property A, 370.26 to 11 240.73 for Property B, and 171.68 to 754.37 for Property C, arguing higher total taxes beyond the 13.1 percent article.
Nebraska Wheat Grower Secretary Fred Thompson argues against lowering crop prices to curb production. He says western wheat growers depend on one crop, and cheaper prices would force larger yields to stay solvent. He insists farmers seek planting control and price support to keep the industry viable.
A reader rails against Nebraska being called the Beef State and mocks cowboy citizenship, praising varied crops and people while condemning crude material in shops. He defends Bill Glassford, laments football culture, dislikes Boy Scout hats, and criticizes TV over books and reading as he urges civic civility.
A speaker vents on vanity and perfectionism in modern life. They criticize loud drivers, wedding marquee chases, and gossip lovers, while recalling self awareness and labeled faults. The piece ends with a self mockery of becoming the "professional old sourpuss."
H E Larzelere of Michigan State University warns that rising per capita broiler consumption does not guarantee higher prices. Producers should plan three to four broiler lots to align with peak demand in spring, summer, and fall, balancing supply and price.
Frank Masters, a long time farmer with a 160 acre farm, adapts to modern equipment while enduring droughts, floods, and unpredictable income. Since 1955 his family gains Social Security protection and must keep precise farm accounting to establish credits for future benefits.
The article notes that price supports for sugar beets and wool aimed to ensure domestic supply. It cites H. C. M. Case and Finland's example, arguing government backing helps farmers meet emergencies and reduce reliance on imports, with sugar beets supported about 45 percent above retail price to meet about 6 percent of domestic demand.
National Geographic reports the sun delivers the equivalent of 122 billion tons of coal daily as heat energy reaching every part of the globe. This comparison underscores the vast scale of solar energy.
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