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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1932
Page
2
The Telegraph Sidney Nebraska invites readers to contribute views on political and other issues. Letters must be brief and include the author's name. anonymous submissions will not be published. Signatures may be initials if the author wishes. the editor must know the name.
A Sidney Nebraska letter writer rebuts supporters of the federal farm board and its marketing act. He cites figures on salaries, agency reach, and the wheat market, arguing for cheaper money and freer commerce over expanded credit and government intervention. He recalls historical actions by the board and warns of continued economic harm without reforms.
P C Collart cites a 1920 inquiry detailing Farm Board losses and inflated wheat prices. He notes government debt rise, tariffs, and subsidies, arguing deflation harmed farmers and seeking accountability for the one billion dollar appropriation and price supports amid postwar inflation.
The text argues that discovering and correcting mistakes will reduce costs and that paying income taxes is unpleasant but necessary. It notes it is a sign of distinction to be in the income taxpaying class under an administration that claimed it would abolish poverty.
P T A organizations in the sixth district will hold a conference in Bridgeport high school auditorium on Wednesday March 9. Main speakers include state president Mrs Hugh Bradley district supervisor Mrs Viola Shepherd and Scottsbluff public schools superintendent A L Burnham. Presbyterian ladies will serve lunch from 12 to 1. Attendance open to all and a large Sidney delegation is expected.
The United States treasury department warns that many taxpayers delay filing income tax returns hoping for 1931 legislation. No change to rates or exemptions will occur for last year. March 15 remains the deadline, and last minute rush could hinder the bureau and raise costs. Promptness and accuracy are urged.
Clark Halsey Fuller of Broadwater, a well known Sidney youth, is among eight boys in the congressional district selected to take examinations for admittance to the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis.
The eight named individuals Clair Leroy Britton Ravenna John Alard Dahl quist Gothenberg Harold Vernon Voss North Platte Paul Edward Potter Gothenburg Robert Josiah Brown Brady Robert D. Hendrick son Pleasanton Hugh Robert Ral ston Gothenburg were among the leaders in a competitive examination in which a hundred young men of this district participated in January.
H R Fuller of Sidney led the Omaha feeder market last Monday with a shipment of 68 Herefords bringing $6.50 per hundredweight. The cattle averaged 780 pounds and were praised for good breeding and condition after a light winter grain and alfalfa feed.
A man who violated his parole triggers a parole violation case as authorities pursue action. The incident involves an offender under supervision and the court or parole board will determine subsequent steps and potential penalties.
An advertisement promises loans on favorable terms at the current rate of interest with 5 percent and 6 percent money for chores plus a reasonable commission.
On September 9, 1931, Ralph Carlson faced district court after being arrested by Sheriff W. W. Schulz on a Sunday night corn stealing charge. He pleaded guilty before Judge Tewell and sacrificed the parole.
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