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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1959
Page
8
Mrs Beeken was guest of honor at a Wednesday baby shower hosted by Mrs A H Franesen in her home. Eleven ladies attended and presented gifts to the honoree. A pink and blue color scheme framed the refreshments served at the close of the evening.
Extension Club met at Mrs. Arnold Westerhoff’s home for a 1 PM luncheon on June 30 with eight members and one visitor. Mrs. Westerhoff presided as the meeting adjourned after first aid hints and the group received Extension Club recipe books. The lesson was Care of Retarded Children led by Mrs. Herbert Rabe. next gathering is a 7:30 AM breakfast at Legion Park on July 28.
A sequence of local club events spans July with Toastmasters and Toastmistress gatherings at Yandis Cafe and FX Sidney Hotel, Kiwanis and Rebekah Kensington meetings, a Providence Chapter 108 Eastern Star stated meeting, and a Kiwanis family picnic at Legion Park.
Mrs Morris Hernbroo of Cheyenne County Legion Auxiliary officiated the installation of Lodgepole A. L. A officers Tuesday evening. New officers include Mrs John Oliverius president, Mrs Delmar Zalesky first vice, Mrs Edwin Misegadis second vice, Mrs Olivé Johnson secretary, Mrs PHI Quinn treasurer, Mrs Curtis Brown historian, MrsLeban Lydiatt chaplain, Mrs Clara Fynass sergeant at arms. The event featured performances by Junior Auxiliary members with piano solos baton twirling and a piano duet. Patty Zalesky and Phil Thing reported on state activity at Lincoln. Mr and Mrs Ralph Robertson of Potter attended and spoke. Refreshments followed. Irma Quinn, publicity chairman.
A list details individuals admitted and dismissed, organized by Sidney Pine Bluffs Gurley Kimball Potter Sund Booth Dalton Sterling Broadwater. Names include Carl Hellwig Mrs James Jones H C Schiesselman Maude Grissinger Richard Henkle Mrs R D Maguire Mrs Bill Abbott Mrs Fred Gonzales and others with accompanying spouses and children.
Keo Lynn Ruhter, daughter of Mr and Mrs Harold Ruhter, was born at 7 53 p m Tuesday June 30 in Memorial Hospital weighing eight pounds four ounces. Siblings are Jimmy Don seven Sharon Gale three and Cindy Irene one. Grandparents are Glen Moore Robert Ruhter of Sidney and E H Gregston of Kimball.
Scott Alan Ragsdale son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Ragsdale of Pine Bluffs born July 2 at 1 32 a m in Memorial Hospital weighing 6 12 ounces. Linda Louise Jones daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James W. Jones born July 1 at 8 26 p m in Memorial Hospital weighing 7 14 pounds. Linda Jane Robinson daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M E Robinson born in New York City hospital weighing 6 1 ounce. Grandparents named for each family.
Bridgeport authorities located Dr. C Palmer an 87 year old physician who failed to return from a fishing trip at Lake McConaughy. After his wife alerted Sheriff Earl Yeoman, the car and boat were found stalled in sand near the lodge where he checked in for the night.
Bay Petroleum Co announces a new premium gasoline with a special additive called Magic Formula. Introduced July 1 at Bay service stations, the fuel aims to boost mileage power and economy by reducing spark plug misfiring and engine knock from carbon deposits. Bay operates refineries in Denver and Chalmette with outlets in 15 states.
Nebraska Severance Tax Division reports May oil and gas revenue rose about 15 percent from the prior year and slightly above April. May production reached 1,940,528 barrels of crude with 1,164,? no, 564,513 million cubic feet of gas. revenue totaled 112,066 dollars including a 1,46 dollar penalty item.
New staff at Sioux Depot include Mrs. William Morgan as clerk stenographer in Depot Facilities Division and Miss Betty Madden Potter as clerk stenographer in General Supply Storage. Verle D. Monie transfers to stock control clerk in Depot Property. Mrs Verle D. Monie joins as clerk stenographer in Administration and Services. Mrs. Dale R. Garrels appointed clerk stenographer in Plans and Projects Office. Retirements noted for Mg Ben G. Bole after 28 years 11 months. Mr John A. Farmer 22 years 4 months. Mrs Harriet Millett 11 years. Mr Clarence Jolliff 23 years 6 months.
Frosted Cranberry Salad combines lemon gelatin cranberry sauce cottage cheese celery and pecans with a molded presentation served on greens. Last Minute Shrimp Spaghetti uses garlic bacon fat tomato sauce shrimp and spaghetti for a quick hot weather meal.
The National Safety Council reports rural areas show three times more traffic deaths than urban zones due to open roads and higher speeds. Men drive more, weekends pose higher risk, and rail travel is safest while slow driving remains hazardous. Vehicle checks often reveal rear lights brakes front lights or exhaust problems.
A Portland reader compliments the Sidney Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and its band for a fine Rose Festival parade. The letter praises their dancing, marching, and overall appearance, noting Portland bands offered less show. The writer expresses hope approval is conveyed to the band members.
Washington July 23 farmers face a stark choice on wheat price supports. Senator Milton R Young notes the current 75 percent parity program for 1959 allotment-compliant producers, with a two-thirds vote required to continue. If rejected, supports fall to 50 percent. He cautions a flawed system but warns abandonment yields only 1.19 a bushel versus 1.78 if kept. President Eisenhower vetoed a new farm bill, ending major farm legislation prospects.
Lincoln State Aeronautics Director Jack Obbink plans a conference with Frontier Airlines officials and city representatives to discuss schedule changes and CAB certificate interpretations. No date is set. Obbink spoke by phone with Frontier president Lewis B. Maytag Jr. and will withhold complaints until after the meeting.
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