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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1959
Page
4
Editorial argues Ft. Robinson near Crawford offers premier scenic and recreational potential in the west but lacks a coordinated plan. It reviews proposed programs from beef cattle research to 4-H outing sites and urges a workable plan and possible private ownership to return land to tax rolls if government ownership continues.
Nebraska prepares for oil and gas conservation with a three man commission to oversee new laws. The measures, taking effect ninety days after adjournment, aim to curb waste and boost state wealth through prudent resource management. Governor Brooks urged to appoint promptly to align with other states.
The community mourns James Heaton a 25 year old who died Sunday morning after a prolonged illness. Heaton a bright legal mind who graduated with honors from high school and college practiced law with notable skill at a young age. His death is described with faith as a peaceful passing in prayer and contemplation surrounded by family and community sympathy.
The Sidney city council and Nebraska state authorities agreed on future Route 30 maintenance, a shift city manager Tom Coffey says should have been in place earlier. The arrangement promises ongoing savings for taxpayers amid rising costs.
Ole Earl Long again serves as Louisiana governor continuing a dynasty dating back to Huey Long. The piece notes Louisiana politics favor the Long family and mocks northern views, calling the trend expected.
Four oil scientists at the Fifth World Petroleum Congress predicted a slowdown in the advance toward higher compression automobile engines and higher octane gasoline. They warned future improvements may occur but cannot assume the rapid pace of the past.
The article praises foreign student visits to Sidney and western communities as a method to foster international understanding. It notes homes hosting two evenings of meals and dialogue revealed shared youth interests and aspirations, suggesting impact on both hosts and students and potential long term improvements in international relations through the young.
The author argues education of youth through international exchanges shapes peaceful world life. They praise the Sidney Rotary program for fostering cross cultural insight via student visits and home exchanges. They urge teaching proper values and international cooperation to ensure freedom and security for all races and creeds.
A simple shoe bag tacked to the garage wall serves as a compact organizer for car wax cloths windshield cleaner and other items the owner uses to keep the vehicle looking well kept.
Lincoln reports that Nebraskans will learn the 1958 property tax levy in about a month. The State Board of Equalization led by Gov. Brooks will set the rate, with 1958 levy expected to rise from 7.97 to about 8.62 per $1,000 of value.
Gov Ralph G Brooks reversed course to keep Louis R Eby as State Veterans Affairs Director despite pressure from veterans groups He acknowledged voter wishes across party lines and cited Ebys acceptance of a state employee James Smith as head of the veterans group as a source of concern He warned he would still remove Eby if objections were not addressed and cited time travel and expense as issues.
Word spreads to 192 Nebraska banks as the state seeks to invest idle funds. Officials aim to maximize returns while managing liquidity and risk.
The Legislature confirmed Jack Obbink as State Aeronautics Director after five Republican dissenting votes. Gov Ralph G Brooks had appointed Obbink to succeed Roll and Harr, with the appointment awaiting legislative approval before becoming effective. Obbink is a Democrat.
The Legislature rejected probes of the Highway Department and lobbyists amid political maneuvering around Sen. Terry Carpenter of Scottsbluff. Carpenter admitted the resolutions carried political tones while seeking chairmanship promises and touting past tax investigation gains for his rising political prominence.
Rep McGinley argues that higher interest rates raise government debt costs and consumer prices, criticizing the administrations tight money policy and a proposed one and a half cent gasoline tax increase. He links rising rates to inflation and urges restudying historical depressions while citing letters from constituents. He notes highway fund funding issues and lists local visitors. also mentions the New York Racing Association ownership structure.
A writer denounces Americans risking life on the Colorado River in rubber rafts. He argues for common sense over sensational feats, mocks heroic but pointless danger, and vows not to join rescue efforts, preferring quiet family leisure at home. He cites water sports as acceptable but warns against fatal stunts for no lasting value.
The Lincoln Star argues the decision to discard 1,200 Liberty ships from a 2,090-strong fleet, with 11 million deadweight tons removed, reflects thrift but risks losing valuable assets. The piece recalls wartime needs and notes obsolescence debates, warning modern war and nuclear threats alter calculations.
In Bartow Florida the Democrat argues that money is worth only what it can purchase. It contrasts past wartime exchange rates in France with current inflation expectations and warns against unsavory inflation in the United States.
Agriculture Department aide told Congress that 1959 wheat surpluses would push the government price support outlay for the crop to 3.5 billion dollars. If this total were shared by Americans filing income taxes it would average about 50 dollars per reader.
Agricultural Economist Karl D Butler forecasts American food spending at about 79 billion dollars for this year with 1956 potential up to 100 billion.
USDA livestock scientists report aureomycin in calf feed reduces scours incidence during the first 80 days and yields about 19 pounds more weight in 90 days. Growth advantage fades after removal from diet. three control calves died of diarrhea.
The study found no weight difference by months of age between aureomycin-fed calves and controls. Aureomycin increased feed intake, appetite, and weight gain rate and improved feed efficiency during administration. after stopping, gain rate and appetite returned to baseline.
Oregon Washington and Idaho farmers may harvest corn equal to annual state usage as 1959 outlook grows. Oregon’s corn output tops 3 million bushels for the first time and acreage may rise 30 percent. Silage yields reach 25 to 30 tons per acre, boosting beef and dairy feed usage.
A sturdy bucket base with a discarded implement bolted to its bottom forms a milk stool. The bail is removed, and steel scrap parts are repurposed into the seat support.
Always run the tip of a knife or spatula around the mold before dipping in hot water to release the aspic. This technique helps loosen edges and ensure smooth unmolding of chilled summer aspics.
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