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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1926
Page
4
Nebraska wheat official H M Rainer warns poor handling costs farmers millions. Data show annual losses from damage, smut, and mixed wheat exceed four million dollars, with bleached and sprouted grains reducing flour quality and price. Dockage adds sand and dirt, while long shock exposure and damp grain worsen losses.
The Omaha Grain Exchange notes 64 886 carloads of wheat received 1922–25 with 45 percent in grades 8 and below. Heat damage, moisture, musty odors, dockage, and sprouting reduce value. 3.7% of 1925 wheat was heat damaged, costing about $200 000 annually. Musty wheat, dockage, and sprouting losses are detailed with practical handling tips for harvesters.
The text notes that over half of the U S wheat crop is marketed in July through September and indicates a chart where each car represents one percent of the crop. It references bushels and percentages to illustrate seasonal marketing.
Livestock prices at South Omaha show mixed changes with heavy cattle receipts around 8,590 head on Tuesday. Steers of heavier grades declined while lighter and prime lots held firm. hogs moved unevenly higher with about 7,000 head on sale. sheep and lambs remained near steady with native lambs and fat lambs meeting modest demand.
The stella or four dollar gold piece was minted in the United States only in 1879 and 1880, and these coins now command premiums of some 60 to several hundred percent.
A reflective line from the Boston Transcript notes the irony that some derive pleasure from sharing knowledge despite knowing little themselves. The quote comments on commentary and expertise in public discourse.
Fort Wayne News Sentinel reports on how rising shoe prices may influence the cost and comfort of footwear, touching on how clothing affects posture and the idea of elevating a quadruped to an erect stance. The discussion links consumer prices to changes in daily gait and body mechanics.
A quirky plea mixes medieval phrasing with modern self care requests. The speaker seeks aid from a figure named Joan d Arc Haste and mentions a varlet a screwdriver and methinks a caterpillar hindered by a neck area. The line style mimics archaic speech for comic effect.
The report notes broad support for the economy idea yet flags hesitations in its practical application. Officials emphasize tentative enthusiasm while indicating cautions about implementation steps and potential obstacles. Public sentiment appears favorable but wary regarding real-world effects and timelines.
The notice states that daily in the County Court Room in the county, all claims and objections filed will be examined and adjusted. It is signed by 424 Elmer Kahl, County Judge.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska the County Court fixes July 23 1926 at 10 00 AM for hearing Henry T Doran personal representative in the matter of the estate of Hubert Bettendorf Deceased. Notice to interested parties via The Telegraph weekly newspaper for three consecutive weeks prior to hearing.
Public sale of real estate in Sidney Nebraska will occur July 17 1926 at 10 AM at the east front door of the Court House under order of Judge J L Tewell. Properties include Lot 4 Block 8 and Lot 6 Block 26 Original Town of Sidney and Lots 3 and 4 Block 41 First Addition to Sidney plus Lot 5 Block 2 Paine's Addition. Sale open one hour, encumbrances of record only. Stephen Raymond Wellner guardian.
Sidney Country Club lists officers and directors including A. K. Greenlee as President D. R. Thomas as Vice President E. B. Kratz as Secretary with Dr R. B. Roche and A J Jorgenson among others Phelps M W Dimery R P Kepler J L McIntosh R 8 Oberfelder J A Bentley.
The Chamber of Commerce announces its officers and board members. MM A Shipman serves as president with Tom Poole as vice president, Henry Paviat as secretary, and Martes Christensen as treasurer. Directors include A K Greenlee, Carl Ledbetter, M W Osborn, P W Barker, Wm Winders, and Jees Goodaie.
In Cheyenne County Nebraska on July 3 1926 the estate of Henry E Westphalen Deceased notifies creditors the time to present claims is November 7 1926 and for payment of debts is July 3 1927 with a hearing or action set August 7 1926 and November 7 1920 at 11 o clock AM.
The local American Legion post lists officers including Commander Nick R. Wilhelmy and Francis J. Hertert as 1st Vice Commander with B C Gratili as 2nd Vice Commander. Hugh L. Slawaon serves as Adjutant and Ohas L Marsh as Finance Officer with David Ells as Sergeant at Arms and Dean J Crawford as Service Secretary. Cavole Gelding is named as Minister Officer.
Hoke Smelting and Refining Co of Otsego Michigan offers cash for dental gold platinum magneto points diamonds and discarded jewelry. Windshield and glass fees and damaged gear inhaled at Hahler Gerare.*
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