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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1933
Page
6
A historic proclamation displayed in Sidney recalls a past push for local order, urging residents to stand together against lawlessness. It notes prior riots, vigilante actions, and a pledge to protect life, liberty, and property, marking a turning point celebrated on Pioneer Day June 30 with memories of ’70s frontier days.
Inquiries seek locations of 19th century Sidney landmarks including the Tele graph office home in 1877, Merchants bank first site, George Zimmer man saloon, old White House hall, Carl Borquist drug store, McEvoy saloon, Keno saloon run by the Donnally brothers, Fitzpatrick home, Goodman drug store, home of the Sidney Telegraph publishers Gossage and Darrow, first fire engine house, John Zebel hook and ladder site, Hank V Redington hose cart, Hornberger saloon, A S Brown clothing store, De Prizen saloon, residence of Jennie Mills at Senate Saloon, Judge Joseph C Douglas house, Billy Harbinson theatre, Dennis Carrigan store, American House run by Williams and Ronnie, A E Annis telegraph manager residence, Joseph Sharmer home, Reynolds and Wallace bank, Grand Central hotel run by Allenspach and Smith.
The convention proposes continuing conferences across Nebraska with volunteer captains of five to mobilize voters on election day in November 1934 to oppose repeal of the 18th amendment. Future meeting centers include Omaha Norfolk Beatrice and Grand Island. Prominent speakers were L. J. Claflin Lincoln J W Henderson Peru and B F Wyland Lincoln and G Hulsebus Lincoln.
The Maroons face Kimball in a softball game at the baseball park Sunday at 1 PM. It starts a double header with Sidney's Seals playing Lo enzo in a league contest immediately after the softball game.
The Dalton squad faded against Sidney last Sunday while Potter aims to rebound at Kimball. Lodge Pole hosts Bunker Hill as Potter seeks to stay in title chase and Gurley visits Gurley Cardinals for a renewed attack. Sidney Seals host Lorenzo as four straight wins boost their push in the first division.
State engineer asks federal aid for Highway No 19 arguing it is the major western Nebraska to Denver artery. Denver livestock markets handle about five million dollars in western Nebraska stock annually, much of which uses No. 19. Civic groups and the Denver Union stockyards join towns along the route in urging redesignation for federal funds.
Dr Van Es of the agricultural college recommends crude oil for hog mange eradication but supply is scarce. William Derrick of the extension service says mange is the state's most serious hog problem. Dipping and spraying methods are used, with tests likely to yield new information.
Faye Clark dominated Logan after a cautious start as the Hemingford bludgeoner proved too strong. The mismatch highlighted Clark’s ability while Logan, a Fort Warren standout, showed heart but lacked experience against top opponents. The undercard featured tight decisions with Young Griffo and Buddies in close bouts and Fred Parks earning solid match control.
The speaker backed Norris as a trusted adviser, praised his honesty, and asserted support for the banking bill as sound legislation. He argued money would move to spur business, and hinted at favoring repeal of the 18th amendment and strict regulation of utilities if he seeks the governorship.
New locomotive freight car design allows vehicles to be chained to floor and roof, preventing damage during transport and enabling unloading in about an hour. Previously cars damaged vehicles during unloading. four cars could take a morning. N A S McLean notes expeditious service. Autos assembled in Kansas City June 19 and delivered in Sidney by June 21.
Kenneth Deaton freed by the board but remanded to custody amid ongoing cases. Thomas Richardson remains imprisoned for embezzlement in Scotts Bluff County. Former County Treasurer George Carter of Franklin County loses clemency bid for about 58 000 dollars embezzled. Howard Vernon from Jefferson County denied clemency for breaking and entering. Howard Hayden denied clemency for assault with intent to wound after a Red Willow County incident where a man was slashed.
A report from Mrs. H. F. Freytag recounts scattered rains across the county amid tough crop conditions in Nebraska and South Dakota. She notes South Dakota corn ruined by grasshoppers, hot winds destroying small grain, and optimism locals may still harvest enough winter wheat for seed as planners expect similar plantings next fall.
News records Wallace warning that the wheat surplus could be dumped on world markets if major producers lag in London. The Chicago board opened at 78% and closed at 80% a new high. Kansas City saw similar gains amid crop damage reports.
About 200 to 300 chickens were stolen from Arthur Borcher’s farm Wednesday night. Sheriff Sculz traced suspects to Peetz and said a hot tip could lead to capture within days. A bake social by the Methodist league was held on the courthouse lawn Saturday afternoon and evening, 10 cents served.
A national field worker for the P T A is arriving in Sidney on Monday June 26. Mrs. Watkins will receive the reports she has prepared and answer questions from visiting members after a two week instruction school in Salt Lake City. Sidney is her sole western Nebraska stop.
State funds may finish a 66 mile Lincoln Highway project from Lodge Pole to Kimball County line this season. Contracts let on some sections, with Bushnell Wyoming and Bronson Kimball likely to be approved. Detour east of town to be removed by July 1. 1.6 miles east paving ready then. Program aims to make western Nebraska a premier all weather highway, boosting tourism and trucking.
Wheat acreage plan described by Willey as a decentralized program. County farmer committees will estimate three year averages to determine county allotments in bushels and cash benefits funded by a processing tax. Farmers must join local groups, report acreage, reduce by up to 20 percent, plant normally, and receive payments based on parity prices with about 30 cents per bushel expected by September 15, 1934.
The agricultural adjustment act aims to provide fair wheat prices for farmers while not neglecting consumers. The secretary of food is empowered to lower burdens if the process becomes too onerous. Administration uses agricultural extension services to organize farmers under the plan, with county agents actively informing on the wheat plan.
Krueger Brothers arrange a large July 4 program featuring sports by Sidney and Lorenzo, a lake with swimming and a toboggan slide, an open air dance by Happy Joe and his nine piece band, and a nocturnal fireworks display. Admission is 25 cents for adults, 10 cents for children, parking free, with capacity over 2500 and expected crowds from western Nebraska and northeastern Colorado.
The Telegraph reports a large crowd gathered at Krueger's for the annual farmers picnic yesterday. A complete story is promised in next Tuesday's Telegraph News due to an early edition.
A June 12 Lorenzo school meeting drew a large crowd with Rarl Hiett chosen moderator. The club met with Mrs Otto Raddatz Thursday. many neighbors visited, shared lunch, and several families were noted visiting homes and attending gatherings around Lorenzo.
Neilson called on Stan ley Elsen Monday afternoon. Mr and Mrs A J Pete and son George visited John George home Thursday Friday. Clem Deaver was a guest of Charles George Sunday evening. Curtis Elsen dined Friday with George Petre at grandparents home. Mr and Mrs W L Needham and son Billy and friends enjoyed a picnic at Legion park Sunday. H J Elsen, Lucile Schmidt and others visited John George home Sunday evening. Chuck Lansing of Sidney visited Henry Koester Sunday evening. Herman Stueve had Friday dinner with H J Elsen. Mr and Mrs H E Witters and children called at MLB Web.
Mrs Joan Eberl and Mr H J Elsen hosted guests Friday night. Kline and two sons from Kansas with Miss Johnson and Miss Costello visited the George Brauer home Sunday. Bayard pageant attendees included the Witters and Fsen families. J F Moseman and children from Sidney shared supper with H J Elsen. Bob MecKray of Peetz joined George Brauer for Sunday supper. George Petre from Crook dined with Curtis Elsen Thursday. Deaver children and Harvey and Charles George attended a barn dance at Matt Treinen's Friday. Lucile Schmidt of Sundl stays with Dorothy Elsen this week. Marie, Clara and Chuck Koester visited H J Elsen Tuesday.
Russell Lynch arrived from Lincoln to visit as his father met him at Big Springs. Mrs Edith Connelly and Mrs C S Anderson called on Mrs Ted Mathewson. Palmer Thurston and N J Nelson families attended the Chimney Rock pageant. Mr and Mrs Frank Smith traveled to Peetz and Sterling. B H H club members hosted by Mrs Gilbert Gossin with picnic plans. School district No 5 votes to close two schools and send pupils to Potter by bus next term. Olive Connelly left Friday for unknown destination.
A Colorado mountain trip unfolds as Mrs Emma Williams and sons Charles and Glen join Mrs Keith Connelly and children Blean and Billy to Chimney Rock for a Friday pageant. The Ben Couch family reports a new child joining their home, and the Coaches have recently moved to Cassville, Missouri.
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