Time To Get Tough for Farmers in New Grain Pact
The Sidney Telegraph editorial argues farmers should unite behind a $1.50 per bushel wheat floor offered by the National Farmers Organization. It criticizes farmer conservatism and calls for a strong coalitions with Congress to push bargaining leverage, noting past fragmented farm groups and the need to get tougher in price negotiations.
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National Farmers Organization
NFO
Washington
Farm Bureau
Farmers Union
the Grange
Teamsters
Automobile Workers
Dock Workers
Transportation Brotherhoods
Congress
Davis Case Controversy Highlights Presbyterian Dilemma
As Other Editors See It notes the United Presbyterian Church council’s $10,000 legal defense donation for Angela Davis drew mixed church sentiment. The piece argues churches must balance aid to high profile cases with broader aims of social justice and equal treatment under law.
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United Presbyterian Church
National Council On Church and Race
Angela Davis
Miss Davis
UCLA
Marin County Civic Center
California
Council On Church and Race
General Assembly
Omaha
Omaha Presbytery
Davis Defense Fund
Presbyterian Church
Fort Sidney Hotel employs 35 with strong student presence
A letter to the editor highlights the Fort Sidney Motor Hotel as a major local employer with 35 staff, seven students, and minimum wage or higher pay. It argues the hotel’s training benefits and calls for recognition of its economic role in Sidney.
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John Colone
Dennis Wamsley
Fort Sidney Motor Hotel
Sidney Telegraph
Sidney
Fort Sidney
Colone
Telegraph
L. E. Wamsley
The Chinese elm saga and a weathered warning
The author recalls the rapid spread of the Chinese elm after it was planted widely to combat scarce trees. While fast growing and adaptable, it proved fragile against severe weather and pests, spreading seeds prolifically and threatening future forests. A nostalgic nod to Joyce Kilmer lingers at the end.
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Joyce Kilmer
Cecil Stanley Sworn In Amid Open Meeting Controversy
State education commissioner Cecil Stanley faced a divided vote before finally being approved at an open meeting four to three. He had previously said he would not remain in the role without unanimous support. The board’s shift reflected open meeting law considerations and a change in his stance.
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Cecil Stanley
State Board of Education
Stanley
Nebraska
Mr. Stanley
County Fair Time Near As Exhibits Get Ready
Fair time approaches with county displays including machinery livestock rodeos and rides. Community participation shapes a quality market measuring the neighborhood’s progress and shared values.
Commonwealth Theatres Takes Over Fox Theatre Sidney
Commonwealth Theatres recently assumed ownership and operation of the Fox Theatre in Sidney. Under manager Vern Austin they added a new roof and fresh front painting, signaling a commitment to improving local property and civic appearance.
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Commonwealth Theatres
Fox Theatre
Sidney
Churches Withdraw Support From Film Rating System
The National Council of Churches and the National Catholic Office withdraw support for the MPAA rating system citing unreliability of GP classifications and emphasis on sex over violence. Critics urge a thorough reappraisal of who sets standards and how ratings guide parents. Also, a note mentions Nebraska fawns born mostly in June.
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National Council of Churches’ Broadcasting and Film Commission
National Catholic Office For Motion Pictures
Motion Picture Association of America
Alliance Daily Times-Herald
Could Nebraska college bill be unconstitutional
An editorial notes a Sidney report suggesting LB759 the Nebraska community college bill may be unconstitutional as class legislation. It cites an attorney general opinion on a similar 1969 bill and questions whether two vocational technical schools are needed within 109 miles. The piece argues taxpayers deserve clear answers before more millions are spent.
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Nebraska
Sidney Telegraph
Sidney
Robert L. Clark
Attorney General's Office
William Wylie
Sen
Clark
Scotts Bluff County
Scotts Bhaff County
Nebraska Western
NWC
Alex Easton
Merle Rudebusch
Western Nebraska Technical College
Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce
Sane Ee
Vocational-Technical Selaete
Nebraska Technical
Redebusch
Western
Severane
Health tips to avoid bee and wasp stings outdoors
Nebraska State Medical Association offers remedies for stings in outdoor activities. Wear light colors, avoid suede and strong scents, move calmly to safety, and remove stingers quickly. Use soothing lotion for pain and consult a doctor about allergy desensitization if needed. Call The Sidney Telegraph for printing.
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Nebraska State Medical Association
Lincoln judge weighs Bob Devaney law constitutionality
A Lancaster County district judge is examining LB 87, the so called Bob Devaney law that raises cigarette taxes by five cents to fund three state projects, with attorney Lawrence Sandberg challenging its legality and the overriding vote requirement. Gov Exon seeks federal Missouri River Basin Commission membership. sewer funding faces inflation gaps. Welfare Department overhauls dependent children aid with standard rents and benefits to curb padding.
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Lincoln
Bob Devaney
University of Nebraska
Beatrice State Home
Lawrence Sandberg
Lancaster County
Herbert A. Ronin
Sandberg
Ralph H. Gillan
Gillan
Ronin
State Supreme Court
State Welfare Department
ADC
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A. J. Jorgenson
Dorwarts
Scottsbluff Star-Herald
Capitol News
Exen
J.J. Exon
W. Don Maughan
U.S. Water Resources Council
Missouri
South Dakota
Colorado
Norbert T. Tiemann
Exon
Maughan
T.A. Filipi
Environmental Health Office
State Health Department
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