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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1966
Page
5
A satirical monologue traces taxes from ancient times to modern life. It jokes that every aspect of existence is taxed, from windows to birth, death, and ambitions, while computers and presidents are cited as drivers of tax policy.
A New York AP piece advises budget travelers to plan visits with relatives and friends, swap host homes, or take temporary resort work for perks. It suggests using home bases, day trips, and careful food prep to cut lodging and meal costs while camping. It also promotes accessible fishing trips as a bonding tactic for newlyweds.
The 1966 wheat harvest in the Midlands comes as world demand rises and prices surge. North American farmers from Texas to Alberta are pressed to fill bins for distant markets while trade volumes spike and policy effects ripple through agriculture. The piece suggests farmers may gain independence from federal controls if they manage new opportunities wisely.
Bernie Camp argues inflation is a general rise in the price level rather than isolated price increases. He cites 1940 onward trends, wartime effects, and government actions as drivers while noting monetary supply growth and the need for balancing money with production. Also, Lew Mehling is named to Memorial Hospital board.
Nostalgic message recalls Gurley 50th anniversary events with Gov Morrison and Lt Gov Sorensen. Heat tempered by community spirit, wheat turning gold, and Frontier Airlines steward Dale Kindred’s impromptu service. Hastings VFW weekend cited. forecast is air conditioned car, harvest hopes rise after last year floods. The governor’s joke about a Quaker cow entertains attendees.
Editor urges Sidney County to build a public swimming pool near Northside Park funded and operated by county and city officials with transportation for all residents. Red Cross program is lauded but facilities are inadequate and the current courthouse project is criticized as overreach. Additional notes recount the history of mechanical banks and a visit to Harold Warp Pioneer Village in Minden, Nebraska.
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