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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1931
Page
7
Mr Willey announced the vacation camp will not be held this year because enrollment is too small. He said not risking losses, expecting better conditions and a restart next year on the farm.
Dry weather and freezing temperatures late in May reduced harvested acreage. An increased pig crop is expected to consume the increased feed grain production. The results of the June pig survey will be available in a few days.
The Sidney council approves a large scale storm and sanitary sewer system with bids from 13 firms. T. C. Thompson Co of Kansas City holds the sanitary sewer contract at 17 184 23 dollars and J L Reel Construction of Sidney handles the storm sewer at 23 819 06 dollars. Work starts this month and must finish by September 15.
A new sign directs travelers to Sidney and claims highway No 19 is the shortest route to the Black Hills. The notice emphasizes the shortcut for motorists and regional accessibility.
The seed potato industry in northwestern Nebraska grew from a university experiment with Louisiana, showing Nebraska spuds thrive in warm damp Gulf climates. It marks the 13th year of production with shipments increasing to over 100 cars annually. Cuba Bermuda and Porto Rico are key markets. Also, Miss Fannie Snyder of Lincoln visits family in Snyder home with Mrs. Rehmar and young Paul.
Krueger hosts two day festival with motorcycle stunts time trials races and a wild west show. The grounds offer ample shade boat rides halted water sports and free admission for children under 12 with 50 cent entry per person. Parking west of the pavilion will be available.
A competitive week sees a three way league impasse and a brisk fielding pace. Potter faces Sunol on general principles as Bearcats dominate Sunol this season. Sunol lately improves and may stretch Dalton Gurley clash at Dalton inviting a family friendly game.
A state legislature votes to end the publicity department while asserting continued funding for its work. Officials claim public awareness of state wealth and progress comes from steady newspaper coverage and that knowledge is essential for forward movement.
City officials anticipate a bid setting session next Tuesday in the city auditorium with over a hundred visitors including contractors and board members. Early estimates show potential savings of ten thousand dollars or more on paving costs, as bids have trended below long-term averages. Mayor Herman Schroeder issued a notice urging all property owners in district No 1 to attend. Miss Kathryn Ryan owns a new Chevrolet coupe bought through Beckman Motor Company.
A prolonged heat wave grips the Panhandle with temperatures near 104 degrees. Light rainfall helps crops, and continued moisture is seen as key to improving the outlook for grain and overall conditions.
The Bayard pageant directed by Rev. Louis H. Kaub drew a large audience on Tuesday. The 14 episode production featured 135 local participants portraying biblical figures from Isaiah to the resurrection with 40 voice music and hillside electric lighting.
Horace Davis former Nebraska Utilities bureau official and noted in newspaper circles visited The Telegraph office yesterday morning to attend to local business interests.
Brush announces its sixth annual three day race meet set for July 2 3 and 4 with a busy program of racing events. Dozens of committees completed preparations and thousands of visitors are expected to attend. The event features more horses than ever and nightly amusements including aerial acts clowns and acrobats between races.
The six top hitters across the first six county league games come from six distinct clubs. Munson of Lodge Pole and O Rad daiz of Lorenzo share the top batting mark at .500, with Westerhoff Dalton at .458 and Beismeir Sidney at .438 following. Home runs lead by Goodwin Lorenzo and Feulscher Lodge Pole with two each. Munson has three triples. five players have three two-base hits each. Chaney has 11 steals. Sidney's team leads with 52 stolen bases and a team batting average of .312. Carleton and Beismeir have three wins. McGowan has two, Closman four and one for best pitching to date.
A Denver Post reader urged city leaders to adopt Sidney Nebraska’s rules requiring ash haulers to use covered wagons and trucks. The letter also suggests garbage haulers replace can lids and handle cans more carefully to cut fly nuisance.
Laura Murdock played by Richard Bennett’s daughter and Madison vie for love as Laura questions forgiveness and happiness. Adolphe Menjou and Robert Montgomery star in a stylish drama adapted by Edith Ellis with direction by Jack Conway and a strong supporting cast.
The Bronson Clothing Club met June 19 at Geneva Darby's home with six members and three visitors. Rita Miller presided as minutes were approved, a cloth ing lesson and hold demonstration were given, lunch followed, and plans were made for the next lesson on the courthouse lawn June 24.
R N A camp No 12 holds a special meeting Saturday at 3 PM at Oracle Blaha home to ballot an application for membership. Oracle Blaha Magdelena Blaha will preside.
The Hepner Clothing company announces a week long sale featuring men’s apparel and hats and accessories. Advertising for the event appears in this issue.
City Clerk Carl Jones was called to Hastings Monday night by the sudden death of his stepmother Mrs C L Jones following an appendix operation. Funeral services were held at Hastings Wednesday.
MGM presents a talking picture of Eugene Walter’s The Easiest Way at the Fox Theatre. Constance Bennett stars as Laura Murdock, continuing her rise after Three Faces East and Sin Takes a Holiday. The production follows the stage classic once led by Frances Starr.
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