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Newspaper

Sidney Telegraph

Location

Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1934

Page

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Body May Not Be That Of Frahm Release Sparks Arizona Recheck

Deputy Sheriff George Sheldon questions the claim that the Oshkosh grave body is John Frahm as Arizona investigators press for a definitive identification. A Phoenix dispatch notes Garden County prosecutor Nensteil will not release Fred Frahm, charged with murder, until the unidentified Oshkosh body is explained. Continued on page 6.

Omaha Lincoln Oshkosh John Frahm George Sheldon Sheldon Sherif Schulz Frahm Clark Ed Nensteil Arizona Newsteil The Telegraph George Ridenour Nensteil United Press Phoenix Ariz E. J. Nensteil Garden County Sheriff's Offices Fred Frahm John D. Frahm Glendale

Embarrassing Telegraph Staff Error Details

City council members were provoked by a misprint in the Telegraph News council meeting write up that switched sore spots to sore sports. The paper says it never judges who is right or wrong and aims to report only actual happenings at the board meetings.

Telegraph Office Telegraph News

New Style Church Avoids Passing Basket At Bridgeport

The Baptist church at Bridgeport replaces pews with individual opera seats. Officials say contributions increased after discarding the collection basket during services.

Bridgeport The Baptist Church

Equalization Board Sets Meeting at Court House

The board of equalization will sit at the court house next Tuesday through Thursday June 12 to 14 to consider all business. Those having matters before the board are urged to be present at the sessions.

Telegraph Board of Equalization Court House

New Tire Shop Opens In Sidney With Specials

The Sidney Tire and Auto Supply company opens at 841 Illinois Street offering special tire deals as an opening feature. The shop operates under wholesale and retail terms and also handles lubricating oil and brake lining.

Sidney Tire and Auto Supply Company Illinois Street

Free swims for youngsters at Hardy pool this summer

City operates Hardy pool as a municipal project offering free swimming to all children under 12 from June 4 to September 5 with three free swims weekly. High school students and adults pay 15 cents per swim or buy a season ticket for 2.50 to swim daily, enabling access up to age 18.

Hardy Swimming R. E F. Roche Rochel

Favors Cash Aid For Farmers Now Needy

President Roosevelt framed drought relief as a federal duty while Harry L. Hopkins suggested cash benefits instead of direct aid. Hopkins told congressmen from affected states that giving cash allows farmers to decide on feed and seed for their crops, signaling a shift in policy.

Roosevelt Harry L. Hopkins

Goodrich Dealers In Meeting On Tuesday Night

Goodrich dealers from Lodge Pole Sidney and Kimball met at Hardy hall Tuesday night to view the sound motion picture That's Salesmanship presented by the Goodrich Tire and Rubber company. The film illustrated up to the minute selling measures proving successful with Goodrich salesmen nationwide. W H Jordan of Sidney district representative and Franz Schepp presided at the meeting.

Goodrich Lodge Pole Sidney and Kimball Hardy Hall Goodrich Tire and Rubber Company W. H. Jordan Sidney Goodrich Company Franz Schepp

Senator Norris May Be July 4 Guest Here

American Legion members in charge of the July Fourth celebration say they have near assurance that Senator George W. Norris of McCook will be their guest for the day. Norris has replied that he knows of no reason he cannot accept but has reserved final decision pending developments in Washington.

American Legion George W. Norris McCook Norris Washington

Arguments Set For Tax Validity Challenge In Court

Attorney General Good and assistant Daniel Stubbs filed briefs defending the new intangible tax. They argue the savings clause preserves the remainder of the act if any section is found invalid, in prep for oral argument Thursday on constitutionality.

Good Daniel Stubbs

Mystery Frahm case deepens with latest details

The body unearthed east of Oshkosh may or may not be John Frahm. Sheriff Schulz and Deputy Sheldon maintain Frahm as the suspect, citing evidence and noting state officials share this view. Public speculation runs hot as streets question why dig for liquor in a sandy gulley.

Oshkosh John Frahm Sidney Omaha Lincoln W. W. Schulz George Sheldon Schulz Fred Benton Benton Fred Frahm Sheldon Sandy Prairis Telegraph

Army Men Arrive for Fort Warren Demonstration Next Week

Arrangements are made by the chamber of commerce for 50 men of the 20th infantry to visit Fort Warren for a special maneuver demonstration under Captain A T Wright. They will camp on the Jackson street and Tenth avenue lot and feature a rolling kitchen. The 20th infantry band will give a concert Wednesday night, with a Thursday program including a full field activity demonstration, drills, gun demonstrations, an enlistment address by Sergeant Glen R Simpson, and a final national anthem. Captain Wright will also speak at the band concert on national defense.

Chamber of Commerce 20Th Infantry Fort Warren A. T. Wright Jackson ‘Street Tenth Avenue Glen R. Simpson U. S. Army Wright

Gas Tax Suit Heard In Lincoln This Week

The Nebraska Supreme Court heard arguments on the state’s suit to force Cheyenne County to pay gas and use tax for county highways work. The decision will affect all counties. The county cites constitutional exemptions for state property and subdivisions, while the attorney general argues the tax is an excise, not a property tax.

Lincoln Supreme Court Cheyenne County Legislare Attorney General

Sunday Tilt Sparks Wheat Belt Clash Sidney vs Gurley

The Wheat Belt league enters week six as Sidney hosts Gurley in a high stakes tilt at the local park. Ross Bales returns to duel with the Seals as curve ball pitching tests Sidney’s lineup. Manager Robineau fears Bates’ delivery, plans to sharpen batting to back Lefty Peterson, while both teams chase a clinching win to protect or improve standings.

Sidney Gurley Wheat Belt Cardinals Sidney Bailiwick Ross Bales Sidney Crew Bales Sidney Boys Seals Robineau Mits Lefty Peterson Bates Peterson

Commissioners To Hear Demand For Cooperation In Relief

County commissioners and County Clerk Henry Pavlat met with officials in Alliance to hear Rowland V Taynes federal relief administrator outline required county actions for continued Nebraska relief funds. Taynes warned of drastic cuts unless counties commit to matching funds and provide definite plans for 14 months through August 1, 1935. Continued on Page 3.

Henry Paviat Rowland V. Taynes Nebraska Haynes Hayne Pavlat Washington

Softball Crowds Grow Yet Funds Lag at Local League

Opening league games drew about 700 fans at the lighted field with no admission charged, but nightly receipts fall short of goals. Gurley beat Dalton 12 to 11 in class B while Liberty Bell defeated Cressy 10 to 3 in class A as home runs boosted offense. Dyke and H Heaton homered for the winners and Maley also scored for Cressey. St Patrick’s beat the Lions 19 to 8 in class B Tuesday, with strong play noted despite the ongoing plea for small donations to fund equipment.

Gurley Trim Dalton Liberty Bell Cressy’s Gurley-Dalton Berry Cressey H. Heaton Maley Stuck Beer Garden Crew St. Patrick’s Lions Club Lions

Nebraska to Impose Live Stock Embargo If Cattle Import Surges

Governor Bryan threatens an embargo on live cattle imports to Nebraska to protect drought decimated pastures and feed stocks. He urged farmers and ranchers statewide to refuse outside cattle for grazing until Nebraska livestock and agriculturists are given priority access to grazing land and feed.

Nebraska Bryan Minnesota Nebrasak Nebraska Agriculturists

Abandonment Cited By Anderson In Nebraska Wheat Report

A. E. Anderson, crop statistician, cites terrific winter wheat abandonment across Nebraska and low remaining crop condition. He urges Washington to declare the entire state a drought area and revise acreage reduction agreements to aid farmers. Survey shows 44 percent of spring wheat turning brown and hay surplus noted by bankers.

Nebraska A. E. Anderson Washington Drouth Anderson Nderson

State board lowers hog overstatement figures for Nebraska

The state corn hog board reports hog overstatement in Nebraska at 1 030 000 head or about 12 percent of annual production based on contract and non contract data. Douglas County protests quota and several counties may follow. Government benefit payments will be based on hogs actually raised and marketed, may include duplicates, and will be adjusted if overstatements are eliminated. The board opposes flat county cuts as unfair and noted overstatements across all counties, measured by statistical methods, with the full statement to be continued on page 6 column 2.

Nebraska

Free Ice Cream Offer At Sidney Drug Co

Sidney Drug Co announces installation of a modern automatic ice cream plant. A new Temptation ice cream will be made with fresh cream eggs and sugar, no substitutes. Public samplings for Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 4 30 PM and 8 to 10 PM, with children only if accompanied by parents.

Sidney Drug Store EE. A. Winter Sidney

Crops Deteriorate As Conditions Are Bad

Burlington weather report warns high winds and heat hurting crops. Scattered rain has not improved conditions. Wheat and oats acreages are being pastured or plowed for corn. Corn stands uneven and needs moisture. Early corn emerging but not cultivated. A rain is required to avoid a potential crop failure. Pastures and meadows dried up. Alfalfa first cutting short, second growth delayed. Hay and potato crops expect light yields or total failure without rain.

Burlington

Wheat Aid Raised One Cent Per Bushel to Speed Checks

Washington dispatch reports the Department of Agriculture will add one cent per bushel to wheat allotment payments as drought relief. The move, not yet verified locally, aims to rush payments alongside corn hog aid. Interstate Commerce Commission lifts freight rates on hay and livestock feed. In Nebraska, western panhandle towns endure a severe dust storm with 45 mph winds, obscuring the sun, causing crop concerns, and sweeping Sidney businesses with dust.

Washington Department of Agriculture Wheat Control Association W. H. Brokaw Interstate Commerce Commission Nebraska Panhandle Sidney

Meeting Of Managers Set For Tonight

League managers meet at Kokjer garage to discuss a new schedule after Lodge Pole withdraws from the race. While a new schedule is prepared, Chappell benefits from a forfeit win this Sunday as Lodge Pole was to play at Chappell. Gehrig told Devel county to schedule another game for Sunday.

Kokjer Lodge Pole William Gehrig Chappell Gehrig Devel County

Produce Prices to Be Printed Hereafter

In response to requests received by the Telegraph this newspaper will resume publishing current daily and produce prices in Sidney next week. The feature was suspended during unsettled markets but is believed now stabilized so it can be continued.

The Telegraph Sidney

Pioneer editor Mrs Gossage honored by South Dakota press

South Dakota newspaper men elected Mrs Alice B Gossage to their hall of fame for 50 years as editor and publisher of the Rapid City Journal. She died in 1929 and was once a Sidney resident married to J B Gossage, early Telegraph publisher. They left Sidney for Rapid City to start the Journal.

South Dakota Alice B. Gossage Rapid City Journal Sidney

Water Bills Certified By Council Tuesday

The city council met in special session Tuesday afternoon to certify counts against the property and a number of delinquent water to make arrangements for collection of accounts in the future. It aims to be fair while improving the water department books and removing as many delinquent accounts as possible.

Water Department

Warn Against Taking Ice From U P Cars

The Union Pacific Railroad warns residents along the main line to stop taking ice from refrigerator cars. Special agents will arrest and prosecute any violators. Thousands of pounds have already been taken at Sidney yards this year and the railroad now enforces the ban nationwide.

Union Pacific Railroad PFE Sidney Ut the

Sidney girl is only honor grad in music

Virginia Johnson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Johnson of Sidney, will be the college of music’s sole honor graduate as the University of Colorado seniors graduate next week. The Johnsons plan to drive to Boulder Sunday for the 1934 class baccalaureate services.

University of Colorado Virginia Johnson J. W. Johnson Sidney College of Music

Mrs McCleneghan Enters Nebraska Superintendent Race

Mrs Rena McCleneghan Wednesday became a candidate for county superintendent. She filed before leaving for Lincoln to attend school this summer. A former teacher, she holds a life certificate to teach in Nebraska after marrying the late John McCleneghan.

Rena McCleneghan McCleneghan Lincoln John ‘MrsCleneghan Nebraska

Cutworm Damage Heaviest North As Pests Persist

Army cutworms caused early crop damage in Morrill County, now followed by regular cutworms and young grasshoppers. They prey on crops that survived early damage, signaling ongoing pest pressure in the region.

Morrill

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Equalization Board Goodrich Dealers In Senator Norris John Vend Gurley Archer Loop Nebraska Federal Emergency Relief Administration Sidney Drug Co Mrs. Gossage Council U. P
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