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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1929
Page
1
Local reports from Cheyenne County indicate rapid heading of wheat with expectations of a record or near record yield if favorable weather continues. Observers note hot June days boosted growth, cool nights slowed corn, and rain during heading is seen as beneficial for wheat and barley prospects amid firming market conditions.
E. J. Leonard, former Leonard grocery owner, has purchased the Campbell Furniture store and will assume full control. He took charge this week and plans to continue a high grade furniture line along with other common store offerings. Leonard has prior experience and aims to assist prospective buyers.
Harry Edward Thompson, 10, son of Mr and Mrs Harry L Thompson of Gurley, died last Wednesday June 19 from heart failure. Born August 19 1918 at Lisco, he is survived by sisters Marie Emma and brother Berton. Funeral services with Rev C V Graham conducted at the house, burial in Dalton cemetery this afternoon.
Walter Bowser and Miss Cleo Mc Cary, both of Oklahoma City, were married at Tulsa, Saturday, and will reside in Oklahoma City where the groom has a fine position with the R. W. Smith Supply company. Bowser was born at Lodge Pole and is a Lodge Pole graduate. the bride is an art and music teacher.
Arthur Zike Donald Jorgenson and Elmer Fisher Sidney DeMolay lodge members attend the annual state conclave in Grand Island where state officers are elected and next year’s meeting place is decided.
Local farmers report active fieldwork in Cheyenne County over the past several days. Warm weekend weather boosted crop growth, with corn showing notable improvement from its previously behind pace.
Perfect weather welcomed farmers for the annual picnic at the county fair grounds west of Sidney with visitors from nearby counties. 4 H demonstrations drew crowds. winners included Helen Kastens, Verna Stoll, Doyle Easton, Everett Nelson, and others in contests. Bunker Hill beat Lorenzo 5 to 4 in a tight baseball game. Speakers included T. G. Waddell, H. L. Click, J. O Shea, and George Jackson.
At a state executive committee meeting in Hastings the dates August 26 to 28 for the American Legion convention were approved. Arthur H. Dilley of Sidney was appointed to the executive committee to fill a vacancy and Jean R. Kinder was reappointed to the publication committee for a three year term. Objections to bylaw changes creating district commanders were raised, though the changes were approved to implement the new system. Henry Kriz of Grand Island led the objections arguing district commanders should be elected at district conventions.
The wedding of Miss Bessie Ewing of Dalton and James Floyd Creswell of Bridgeport took place Tuesday afternoon at Rev. J. H. Bicknell’s home with only immediate family present. Miss Ewing wore a tan traveling suit and lace hat. she is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Ewing. Creswell is a Bridgeport businessman and the couple will reside there after a short honeymoon.
Bunker Hill lost 9 to 8 Sunday at Potter in a wobbly, error filled game. McGowan held the Potters to 15 hits as Beyer and Rose collected three hits each for Bunker Hill. Potter rallied in the eighth inning to turn an 8 4 deficit into a comeback win with five errors by Bunker Hill.
The chamber of commerce urges the city council to fund and decide on a roof marker for the Sidney air field. A 60 to 100 foot orange or yellow sign with an arrow and distance is proposed, with site options to be narrowed at the next commercial club meeting. A privately financed airplane hangar project by EH Grabill is also discussed, to house and service visiting planes as commercial air traffic grows.
Federal Judge Munger at Lincoln ruled the Great Western Sugar Co not guilty in a Sherman antitrust and interstate commerce case. Most counts were barred by the statute of limitations. a single 1926–era price cut lasted 19 days and was deemed not discriminatory. The government alleged restraint of trade tied to Holly Sugar and American Sugar Beet corpora tions.
Celebration plans for a large Fourth of July at Kruegers Lake include water sports with a new toboggan slide, Madame Suzane and diving mermaids, dances, and other features touted as the biggest yet. Laurelle Fundingsland and the University group are involved, with activities starting Wednesday night June 3 at the lake pavilion.
Wheat closed 2 3 4 to 3 higher with gains in Liverpool and Winnipeg on firmer demand. Oklahoma and south central Kansas faced crop complaints while Northwest weather turned mixed. Corn rose 5 8 to 13 8, oats little changed, rye up 2 1 8 to 2 3 8. Livestock receipts in Chicago and Kansas City showed hogs under pressure and cattle steady to slow. Kansas cash grain mixed with No 1 hard wheat at 104 1 2 to 108.
Western Nebraska farmers turn to kerosene for tractors and combines due to a 4 cent gasoline tax with no agricultural exemption. Railroad reports show kerosene shipments rising, led by Alliance where 42 carloads were moved in May versus 26 last year, while gasoline shipments grew only modestly. Tax receipts for May reached 725,913 dollars with more to come. 656 licensed dealers reported, 62 reported no gasoline shipped in May.
The wet spring improved soil moisture and wheat condition, boosting yields for winter wheat and other grains. Bankers estimate current wheat yield at about 20.8 bushels per acre with oats near 94 percent. forecasts push wheat higher than last year, as conditions favor later harvest. Continued on page 4.
Mrs. Ruby Furer hosted a miscellan eous shower at her home to honor Frances Kirknavy before her upcoming marriage to John Kucera. Guests hemmed dish towels and forecast the bride’s future, with a midnight lunch featuring pink and white decorations and sweet peas as a centerpiece. Attendees included Fanna belle Zike Evelyn Willis Grace Cradit Lillian Zike Mary Maher Fannie Snyder Marie Hahler Anna Olson Genevieve Kavanaugh Martha Allen Lilian Morrison Natalie Butherus Ida Portrey Clara Wroughtaling Beatrice Birmingham Mrs. Mildred Hostettler Mrs. Marjorie Porter Mrs. Helen Bolke Mrs. Floyd Elwood and Mrs. Zada Shad.
Nebraska stores brace for a big wheat crop as elevators from Omaha to Council Bluffs hold millions of bushels. Railroads stockpile box cars and engines prep for July movement while officials predict a crop larger than last year’s 70 million bushels. Officials hope for ample storage as 16 million bushels capacity exists in Omaha and the Bluffs.
Weather dominates grain markets as last week’s conditions show little change in prices. Wheat closed about a cent lower while corn rose two cents. winter wheat progress remains favorable in the United States and Europe while spring wheat faces limited subsoil moisture in Canada.
Twenty four divorce cases appear on the district court docket due to a Nebraska law requiring six months after filing before the case may be heard. Several will be granted through default, it is thought.
St. Elmo Wright brother of Mrs Frances Knox died at his Cedar Rapids home in June 14 according to a note from Mrs Knox. She had been with her brother for about two months.
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