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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1952
Page
2
The Sidney Telegraph announces J. C. Bush and Jack H. Lowe as publishers and notes its mail matter status entered at the Sidney Nebraska post office as second class.
An editorial review of recent Nebraska meetings shows consensus on raising funds for road improvements. Proposals include a new one cent gas tax and higher motor vehicle fees previously rejected. Editors warn against propaganda and call for decisive action to begin a statewide highway program now.
A historical reflection on wheat farmers facing hail and wind that ruin a year’s work. It notes their courage and fortitude, enduring loss yet remaining philosophical about the volatile farming life and the punishment taken from the elements.
Sidney's building permit total for the first six months of 1952 topped one million dollars before the June 30 city clerk's office closing. Officials note hope for a new record beyond two million, aided by a planned hotel and ongoing smaller projects. The expanding old town highlights Sidney as a top Nebraska community.
Across multiple papers, readers argue against federal reservations and high taxes. Opinion pieces from Marysville Washington GAllbe Globe, Gresham Oregon Outlook, Scottsville New York News, and Anaheim California Bulletin urge limiting federal encroachment, curtailing corporate taxes, restraining government spending, and opposing labor union monopoly as threats to national security.
Readable crossword list with horizontal and vertical clues plus scattered spellings and abbreviations. Contains animal names plant terms and various definitions across multiple fields including chemistry and geography. many entries appear garbled or truncated in OCR form.
The piece recalls a bygone Independence Day with large firework displays, family outings, and neighborhood ball games. It contrasts carefree celebrations with modern progress, noting the dangers of firecrackers, the pride in Stars and Stripes, and the simple chores that filled the holiday. The author laments lost innocence and wistfully questions today’s smarts.
Lee Earnhart of Chappell was a weekend guest of Jim Haskell, helping Tommy Haskell celebrate his sixth birthday. Funeral services for Mrs. Arthur Cornill were held Tuesday at Kimball attended by Mr. and Mrs. Dick Kastens and Mrs. Sadie Markel.
Cheyenne County forms a ground observer corps with Civil Defense to spot low altitude aircraft gaps unfilled by radar. J L Thorpe says training for Sidney Beta Sigma Phi members and American Legion Auxiliary groups, with meetings in Dal ton July 7 and Potter July 8, aims to protect communities through coordinated reporting and mutual assistance.
Nubby textured woolens appear on the fashion scene with tight hugging toppers. Sleeves feature deep armholes and collars are gently rounded and curved, creating a distinct silhouette in current styles.
South Sund 4 LY Lemoyne Johnson returned on Sunday from Rock Island North where he spent the past two weeks in training. Mr and Mrs Maurice King and children and Mrs Sadie King of California came Thursday to visit in the Ed Block home with other relatives and friends. Mr and Mrs Bud Hobson and family were dinner guests of the Ed Block family and their house guests Thursday. Mr and Mrs Don McPherson and sons of Scottsbluff were Sunday guests of their daughter Mrs Russell Olson and family. Nancy McPherson who had spent the past week in the Olson home returned home with her parents Mr and Mrs Bob Huff and children spent Sunday in the Russell Olson home. Mr and Mrs Jim Jensen of Big Springs spent Saturday with Mrs Lemoyne Johnson. Mr and Mrs Gile Talich and their house guests were supper guests in the Ralph Talich home Thursday. Mr and Mrs Lloyd Talich and sons called in the Louis Schmale and Ralph Talich homes Sunday. Mr and Mrs John Fraasan Verna and Mr and Mrs Ralph Fraass and sons were Sunday dinner guests in the Dale Talich. Mr and Mrs Lowell Hokom and family were Saturday evening visitors in the Guy Tremain. Betty Lu Hernbloom, Betty Bond and Barbara Fraass were supper guests of Phyllis Brandl Saturday in honor of the birthday. Later they attended the Fox Theatre. Mr and Mrs Albert Brandl and Sandra were Saturday evening visitors in the Elmer Gade home in Sidney.
The archer fish of southeastern Asia uses a water jet from its mouth to knock insects from above soil and vegetation, earning its name as a precise hunter. A biology expert notes this species’ hunting adaptation and feeding behavior.
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