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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1937
Page
2
Sidney staged a strong lineup last week beating Kimball with 14 hits and three home runs. Hudson struck out 16, homered, and Sidney plans to use the same lineup against Potter. Vern Thomas anchored shortstop, Allen backed the plate, and Rehmers along with Roy Thomas homered in the 14 hit showing.
Big crowds gathered for the Gift Of God pageant with flares visible from a quarter mile as voices carried through the amphitheatre. Dr. Allen Keith was absent due to illness. Wayne Reed portrayed Barrabas among a 150 member cast largely from Bayard. A new sound system enhanced the production and Dr. George S. Morrell from Scottsbluff served as announcer.
Free attractions are booked for July Fourth as most stores may close all day Monday for the double holiday. The American Legion announced cash awards for parade floats with prizes from 25 to 2 dollars, including best decorated bicycle and oldest car. Nearly 50 floats are expected to enter the parade to make a record-breaking event.
The Sidney school board and seven property owners filed opposing answers over a city land deal north of the senior high. The board admits initial petition points and insurance of 11 000 on the burned building while denying an oral contract with Hand. Property owners deny public policy objections and argue the board had power to sell for improvements and tax revenue. The case promises a spirited legal battle with potential progression to the state supreme court.
A meteor study reports that the Earth's air ocean contracts in winter while summer air layers deepen by about ten miles, indicating seasonal atmospheric expansion and contraction patterns.
A historical note identifies the Great American Desert as a region spanning northwestern Utah and eastern Nevada. The term describes a broad, arid area tied to early American geographic classifications and settlement patterns.
Observers report variable moisture with a sizeable northeast Sidney area dry last year now in better condition. The farm outlook still hinges on grasshoppers and rain, with a tremendous hopper population and uncertainty over the percentage reachable by poison.
The sheriff disclosed Doyle as a cold blooded lad who would kill for a nickel. Schulz noted no remorse over his brutal attack on Hernandez. Authorities said Doyle confessed and attacked Hernandez while asleep, thinking $800 was hidden. Hernandez battled bravely and helped turn Doyle over to police.
The Cheyenne publisher will speak at a bar meeting as part of a panel on governmental trends. No other guests are booked, Judge J L Tewell said. Impromptu talks may be given. By yesterday, 28 lawyers had reserved, with 19 planning to bring wives. A ladies program is arranged by Sidney lawyers’ wives.
Farmers urged to watch climatic conditions for advantageous timing of poisoning. O S Bare extension entomologist notes federal bait made of sawdust and mill feeds is highly effective against hoppers under good conditions. Experimental work says it matches pure bran in efficacy. Smaller migratory hoppers are present this year. Cold weather delayed development but adults reach about an inch. They threaten crops and last year’s big hopper flight laid many eggs nationwide.
Esther Booth arrives from Great Falls to spend summer with her mother E L Booth. Rob Quinn and Paul visit from Sidney. A F Whitmire returns from Omaha with Masonic lodge duties. Numerous local visits, illnesses, and road trips noted. Rains aid crops. new Plymouth car bought locally. church gathering hosted by Mrs Bert Allington.
Anna Jorgensen attended a club meeting at Mrs. Harold Spiker’s home. Several residents visited relatives in Crook and Sidney. Angela Ruttner returned from Silverplume Colorado with family help. Numerous trips to Nebraska City and Chicago for family events and vacations are noted among local households.
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