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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1949
Page
2
The Sidney editorial urges updating zoning rules to fit modern needs. It supports keeping strict controls but pushes for changes including allowing multiple unit dwellings in Class A residential areas, relaxing quonset style and five foot side yard rules, and enabling private capital for rental housing while preserving fire safety and city appearance.
The Most Reverend Russell J MecVinney of Providence urged CIO unions to purge undisciplined elements and curb slowdown tactics. He called slowdowns and violence a grave sin against justice and warned of harsher legislation unless labor cleans its ranks.
Critics argue the election did not prove a public push for compulsory health insurance. Oscar R. Ewing notes the issue was not a single factor, while farm groups and labor poses revealed mixed support. Editors suggest the public mood shows no broad mandate for socialism or higher taxation.
A Knoxville reader sent columnist Jack H. Lowe an old piece in which he backed Tom Dewey for president, then recanted, praising Truman. Lowe recounts his political shifts from Democrat to Republican, his father’s warnings, and his reluctant return to the Democratic fold while reflecting on the 1948 election dynamics.
In January 1949 letters from Fort Morgan readers commend Sidney Nebraska for its hospitality to snowbound travelers. Thank you notes from Ann Anderson and Jack H Lowe express gratitude to cafe workers and telephone operators. A Denver hospital envoy likewise thanks Sidney Telegraph for publicity support. A Virginia agricultural study notes air-conditioned curing speeds up tobacco curing by about 1.5x.
A writer confesses switching allegiances from Democrat to Republican then back to Truman, mocking party loyalties. The piece satirically recalls Dewey’s appeal and mocks foreign policy cues, claiming a renewed devotion to Truman after tasting the Grand Old Party.
Joyce Reynolds headlines the Warner Bros lighthearted comedy Al Ways Together with Robert Hut cats as her co star. The film opens Thursday at the Fox theater and presents a breezy pairing in a festive entertainment release.
The weather remains frigid with twenty below readings Thursday morning. Many pheasants and other birds froze. the few that escaped are hungry seeking grain, so residents are urged to scatter grain. Social visits and trips are noted among local families including the Dickerson, Brown, and Tilghman households, with several errands and visits across the week.
Residents recount a blizzard that spared livestock but caused extensive damage. Andrew Amen near Proctor reported 90 cattle lost, 40 prime steers. Glen Rokes lost 40 cattle. Leland, Alvin Amen and sister Florence narrowly escaped freezing when their car stalled in a drift. They sheltered in the car from Sunday to Wednesday, then rescued Florence and returned home with help. Lester and Mrs Cook sustained injuries while seeking fuel oil. they could not reach a doctor. The family from Sterling had just attended a show when the storm hit.
An advertisement from The Telegraph promotes a line of Protec tall safes in several sizes with surprisingly low prices. It also lists metal and cardboard filing trays and an A Z index to fit them, noting three standard sites.
A concise card of thanks from Mr and Mrs Richard Welton extends gratitude to friends and relatives for kindness and support during a recent loss. The message expresses appreciation for sympathy visits flowers and meals.
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