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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1936
Page
8
Fifty Wedded Years Completed By Porters
Porters celebrate fifty years of marriage with son Robert and George Porter. Jailer since years, born in Scotland in 1856. Mrs Porter, born in Illinois, is 73. Both in good health, enjoyed anniversary with family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porter Oil Company
Robert
George
Mr. Porter
Scotland
Porter
Illinois
Mrs Vacik Is Dead Pioneer Homesteader Heroic Life
Mrs Vacik died leaving husband and a large family including children Jerry Theresa Julia Lloyd Anna Ben Jim and many grandchildren. She was a pioneer homesteader with relatives in Wilburn Greenforest Lisco Sunol and Los Angeles, survived by sisters and numerous great grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilburn
Jerry
Theresa
Rawlins
Wyo
Julia
Greenforest
Ark
Lloyd
Los Angeles
Anna
Lisco
Ben
Jim
Sunol
Softball League Set to Open Here This Week
The softball league begins Tuesday with two games per night on Tuesdays Thursdays and Fridays. All cancellations will be rescheduled by managers. The schedule lists matchups from June 16 to July 16 including U P Penney Wards Firemen Salem Orphans Safeway Wash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. P
Wards
Penney
Firemen
Salem
Orphans
Safeway
Wash
U.P
Safeways
38 Block Improving District Assured Here
Sidney city officials push immediate petitions to extend 38 block improvement work in district five with 60 percent owner signatures. Fourteen blocks in district four underway, 33 blocks remain available. projected cost under $4 per year on a 66 foot lot. Mayor Roche invites owners to contact councilmen or city engineers for details. District boundaries listed includes Maple, Linden, Jackson, King streets and adjacent avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erty
Omaha
Sidney
District Four
District Five
Roche
Maple Street
9Th
19Th
Linden Street
10Th
Jackson Street
King Street
15Th
11Th Avenues
Maple
King Streets
12Th Avenue
Jackson
13Th Avenue
Hickory
Linden
Illinois
July Fourth Program Called Off In Sidney
The Sidney July Fourth program was cancelled with continued efforts to replace State Fair rides. Carnival companies and individuals were personally contacted, 16 messages sent, all to no avail amid other program delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
Western Nebraska Fourth of July celebration canceled plans
Francis announced that a final decision would come this week before fundraising begins for the legion observance once a major local event. Elaborate preparations had spanned nearly a year, and thousands of Sidney residents were disappointed as the celebration was scrapped, shifting plans to nearby areas and possibly prompting store closures on the holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis
Legion
Nebraska
Sidney
Road Work In County Receives WPA Backing
The county plans 20 miles of reshaping and 40 miles of surfacing with a federal share of 63 348 dollars and county 63 515 dollars. Washington word on approval expected soon as WPA officials endorse the project. The county has previously surfaced and rerouted farm to market roads with WPA help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ing
Washington
WPA
Many Swimming To Open About June 15th
The article notes an opening around June 15 with one ticket entry for continued trempage. Harry Bonham is named chief lifeguard and pool supervisor, directly supervising both free and paid patrons. Further details are promised for publication early next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Bonham
C. V. Sowards Named In Embezzling Charge
The article notes C. V. Sowards named in an embezzling charge after his dismissal from a resettlement post. He traveled to Lincoln to contest the firing, claiming he lost the job over a tractor purchase for a farmer seeking resettlement aid. Farmers reportedly gave him money to fund the trip to the Lincoln office to plead his case.
Destructive Nebraska Storm Destroys Wheat Across Counties
Nebraska reports describe a general damaging storm with zigzag paths across Sidney, Potter, Bronson, and Bunker Hill areas. Winter wheat suffered heavy losses, with scattered roof and window damage noted in Bronson and surrounding farms. Telegraph reporters canvassed Potter and Lorenzo districts early Tuesday, confirming widespread, uneven destruction and heavy accompanying rain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Page
Huntsman
Sidney
Srain
Bronson
Bunker Hill
Ford Weikhorst
Potter
Guy Shaw
Lorenzo
Storm Leaves Sidney Area Damaged With Widespread Flooding
Severe hail and wind destroyed trees and shattered window lights while roofs suffered extensive damage. Flooding covered roads across the county as Lodge Pole creek rose and streams ran full. Scottsbluff and surrounding towns endured significant property losses, batching neon signs and storefronts. Weather forecasts warn recovery will hinge on crop safety assessments and soil conservation actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
Lodge Pole
The
Telegraph
Columbus
North Platte Valley
Scottsbluff
Gering
Minatare
Bayard
Bridgeport
Broadway
Gering Business
Eagle Notes and Local Visits in Ellis County
Social rounds report activities around Ellis Alvord and Cecil Hume. Neighbor visits include Mrs John Garrelts and Harley at Ellis Alvord home, Harley Garretts with Lavern Larsen, and calls by Mrs Henry Coplein Arnold and Otto Thurow. Morris Jessen traveled to Lincoln. groups from Cecil Hume and Garrets visited Sidney. Mrs Bertha Borges helped with meat. Doris Thompson stayed with Mrs Jake Thompson. Joyce Ingwerson visited Marjorie Ingwers. Mr and Mrs Charles Darrah are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Garrelts
Harley
Ellis Alvord
Arthur Ingwerson
Cecil Hume
Garhart Thurow
Chester
Harley Garretts
Lavern Larsen
Henry Coplein
Arnold
Otto Thurow
Morris Jessen
Lincoln
Ben, Jurgens
John
Pauline Ostermeier
Catherine Borges
Sidney
Bertha Borges
John Garretts
Doris Thompson
Jake Thompson
Joyce Ingwerson
Marjorie Ingwers
Charles Darrah
Local families gather for weekend visits and meals
Cil Hume and son and Walter Weigers were supper guests at the Ben Jurgens home Sunday. Otto Rahe and family called at C G Hume home Wednesday night. Lavern Queer stayed at Lodge Pole for a few days. William Florke and daughters with Arthur Ingwerson family and Hennig children visited in Sidney Saturday. Reed families spent Saturday night at Oshkosh. Florence Thompson and Orville Krauter dined with William Frerichs. Elda Hume dined with Pauline Ostermeier and Catherine Borges at Ben Jurgens Monday. John Garretts visiting daughter Ellis Alvoid at Chappell. William Frerichs family and others called at Ben Jurgens Sunday. Cornelius Weyerts had tonsils removed at Dalton Monday. Cecil Hume and Melvin Jurgens dined at Pete Buss Monday. Arthur Ingwerson and family visited Gus Hennig Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cil Hume
Walter Weigers
Ben Jurgens
Otto Rahe
C. G. Hume
Lavern Queer
Lodge Pole
Wiliam Florke
Arthur Ingwerson
Wilma
Ada Hennig
Sidney
Alvin Reed
Harry Reed
Hilda Reed
Oshkosh
Florence Thompson
Orville Krauter
William Frerichs
Elda Hume
Pauline Ostermeier
Catherine Borges
John Garretts
Ellis Alvoid
Chappell
Bertha Borges
Bess
Elsie Rahe
Gordon Cunningham
John Thompson
Cecil Hume
Cornelius Weyerts
Dalton
Melvin Jurgens
Pete Buss
Gus Hennig
Resettlement aids Nebraska livestock breeding loans
Fifteen of sixteen cooperative loans approved nationwide by the Resettlement Administration target breeding associations, with Nebraska leading in livestock improvement. Cal A. Ward notes farmers recognize this as a year for breeding success as drought and disease reduced herds. Scholarships of loans support small herds to acquire breeding stock shared among neighbors. five loans approved in Nuckolls county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Resettlement Administration
Cal A. Ward
Kansas
Dakotas
Ward
Nuckolls
Cooperative loans eyed for wide range of ag activities
In each county RA employees and Richard Cole head of the state cooperative program are receiving applications for cooperative loans. The loans may be issued for a wide variety of producing processing and marketing activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Cole
Seed Warning On Atlas Sorgo Seed Realism and Substitutions
The atlas sorgo seed, Nebraska fodder sorghum, has been in high demand and scarce in Nebraska. Farmers are warned to buy only certified atlas sorgo from reputable firms with proof of authenticity. substitutes like white seeded kafirs and canes are common. Some dealers mislabel lower yielding white sorghums as atlas sorgo and face legal action. Kansas orange cane offers a viable substitute for forage yield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Atlas
Kansas
Atlas Forge
State Department of Agriculture
Atlas Sorge
Sunday Evening Devotion with Rosary and Benediction
Sunday evening program offers rosary instruction followed by benediction at 7 30 p m. The service invites parishioners to participate in prayer and reflection.
Church Service Schedule and Sermon Theme
Sunday services include church school at 9 45 a m and worship with sermon at 11 a m with a focus on Children in the Church. Choir rehearsal is Wednesday at 7 30 p m. First Lutheran Church offers Bible school at 2 15 p m and worship at 3 p m. Dr W T Kahse is the pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Potter
First Lutheran Church
W. T. Kahse
Presbyterian Church Children Day Exercises Marked by Music
At 11 a.m. the Presbyterian Church will host Children’s Day exercises led by Mrs. B. O. Tracy with a program of special music and recitations by children and young people. All invited. Dr. Paul P. Cheff, Pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. O. Tracy
Paul P. Cheff
Christian Church Sunday Schedule and Altered Services
Sunday school at 10 a m with no preaching due to state convention unless a substitute arrives. Communion and praise at 11 a m. Endeavor at 7 p m. J L Tyner, minister.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Tyner
Methodist Church Worship Services and Evening Address
Worship at 11 a.m. led by Rev. W. Kilburn with sermon The Intolerable Commonplace. Evening worship at 7 45 features include an address by Dr. Louis Kaub and musical selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Kilburn
Louis Kaub
Telegraph News correction on Plymouth display noting Louis Blaha dealer
The Telegraph News corrects a previous report on the Plymouth display in Sidney last Friday evening by stating that Louis Blaha is also a Plymouth motor car dealer in the area. The publisher apologizes for the oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney
Telegraph News
Louis Blaha
Farm ers Union Picnic To Feature Bowes Amateur Contest
An added attraction at the Farmers Union picnic Wednesday will be a Major Bowes amateur contest at 10 30 in the morning. For information see T. W. Hawkins. 80 1
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers Union
Bowes
T. W. Hawkins
Midweek Prayer Service and Choir Rehearsal Notice
Frances Kaub obituary note expresses gratitude for flowers and words after the death of the wife and mother. Wednesday 7 30 p m midweek prayer service and Thursday 7 15 p m choir rehearsal. V Vacik and family cherish the memory of their loved one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Kaub
Pathy
V. Vacik
Catholic Ladies Food Sale At Safeway Saturday
The Catholic ladies will hold a food sale at the Safeway store on Saturday June 13 beginning at 10 p m. Proceeds benefit church activities and community outreach with baked goods and snacks available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Safeway
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C. V. Sowards
Eagle
Atlas Sorgo
Anton Link
Trinity Lutheran Church
Presbyterian Church
Radio
Fren
Fede
Ed Wallhide Pe
Pittsburgh
Eastman Cine Kodaks
Marin
Pitcher’s
Castile
Temptation
Spe
Horton’s Candy Bars
Auto
Norwich
Prince Albert
Bull Durham
Sidney Paint & Glass CO
Geo. W. Moore
Prop
Goodhousekeeping Magazine
Wests
Gillette
Bostonian
Andy
Sidney Drug Coq
Union Pacific Bus Depot
John J. Sheaff
Sym
Dr. Schall
de Schall
Royal Hostettler
Grocery Department
Folkert’s
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