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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1947
Page
5
An independent newspaper published at 11th Avenue and Illinois Street in Sidney Nebraska, issued every Tuesday and Friday morning. It serves the city of Sidney Cheyenne County and Western Nebraska with local interest coverage.
The Telegraph urges Sidney residents to vote yes on a $33,000 airport bond to purchase 480 acres, arguing the city needs a municipal airport to attract airlines, support farming aviation, and enhance postwar growth amid growing aeronautics interest. The piece stresses community future and asks readers to mobilize support.
The Department of Agriculture notes a clear shift to larger operations, with local farmers managing 1,000 to 2,500 acres amid mechanization. Some attribute it to AAA payments. others see inevitability. The trend has reduced farm improvements, prompting a call to revert to smaller family sized farms to broaden local livelihoods, though change seems unlikely.
The Telegraph reports Sidney’s zoning ordinance published and effective now to protect property values and regulate construction citywide. It notes the prior ordinance was invalid due to a legal technicality and vows strict enforcement to prevent devaluation by careless development.
The Telegraph argues for Nebraska to revise school land lease laws to secure higher income while protecting current lessees with valuable improvements. It urges two aims: safeguard lessees from unscrupulous bidders and adjust lease rates to reflect actual rental value.
An editorial urges a swift move to establish a living memorial in Sidney to honor Cheyenne County World War II veterans. It favors living tributes like parks or hospitals over stone monuments and condemns static memorials as insufficient reminders of patriotism and democratic values.
Warren R. Austin, the U S delegate to the United Nations, said Soviet representatives met the United States halfway on key principles and that the two nations came to a better understanding at the General Assembly session. He emphasized progress toward reducing war fears amid rising talk of inevitable conflict.
A narrator jokes about taking life lightly amid world worries. He notes January taxes and bankers, praising friendship, good meals, and carefree living. He deflects concerns about politicians, Truman, Stalin, and Missouri, promising a lighthearted campaign to spread cheer.
Mrs. Hornbeck hosted the Hi Lo Club with dessert at Hazel's Cafe and contract bridge, where Mrs. Maher won high score and Mrs. Hedgecock and Mrs. Babcock placed. Dutch Treat Club luncheon at Hazel's featured prizes for Mrs. Barstow, Mrs. Stokes and Mrs. Patrick. Jolly Jeans and Kings Daughters held meetings with social hours and light prizes. Farewell for Mrs. Atkins included a Going Away gift and cards. José Club dessert bridge saw prizes won by Mrs. Pippitt and Mrs. Atkins traveling.
Union National Life promotes a sales position offering $60.00 per week with a liberal contract and training. The notice urges those with sales ability to apply, signed by Bert Rodgers, President.
The Gift Shop promotes keepsake diamond rings priced from 25 to 750 dollars, promising perfect keepsakes for customers seeking affordable sparkle.
The Telegraph promotes a cleaning cloth named DUO DUSTIN that dusts and polishes in one step. Advertised as lint free and neat, it sells for 50 cents.
Mrs. Steve Martin returns from Denver this weekend with Miss Jean Aurand of Denver, both former Colorado College classmates. Ray Maley, Sidney High assistant coach, attended Gurley Basketball Tournament. Mrs. W. L. Larson returns from Denver and Fort Collins, visiting family and Union National Life Insurance Agency in Fort Collins. Edna Granneman leaves North Platte for Compton California after months with her brother, visiting Sidney. Jeanne Nelson and Nevin Hopkins drive to Sterling to meet Miss Nelson’s parents Art and Mrs. Nelson returning from Denver. Don Meier and sons of East Gurley return from a Texas New Mexico Arizona trip, visiting Amarillo and Denver with relatives. Everett Kinton and wife visit Kinton relatives as others tour.
Typing paper offered at 75 cents per ream with a note that only a small stock remains and cannot be replaced at this price. The Telegraph advertises limited quantities and a caution about availability.
Local shop advertises ribbons for all standard makes and models of typewriters and adding machines, with constant full stock available. Shop promises immediate availability and wide selection for business and office use.
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