Sidney Telegraph Editorial Page Overview
The Sidney Telegraph Western Nebraska's oldest newspaper founded in 1873 serves Cheyenne County as the official county paper. It is published every Monday Wednesday and Friday by The Telegraph Printing Co. Inc. in Sidney Nebraska and is an associate member of the Associated Press and a member of the Nebraska Press Association.
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the Telegraph Printing Co. Inc
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Justice Dept Faces Questions Over Hoffa Prosecution
The piece argues the Justice Department risks undermining fair judicial process by pursuing Hoffa and Teamsters cases, warning against a vendetta that could erode equal protection under law and threaten rights even for unpopular figures. It emphasizes safeguarding due process regardless of outcome.
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Justice Department
James R. Hoffa
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Hoffa
Sun Valley
Florida
McClellan Committee
Materiel Readiness and the Edge of Combat Arms
The article argues that true readiness means combat equipment is reliable and immediately usable. It cites Cuban crisis deployments from Fort Meade to Florida and Fort Hood to the southeast as examples of units prepared to move, shoot, and communicate at a moment’s notice. It notes advancing technology increases maintenance duties to keep weapons and gear in top condition.
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Fort Meade
Maryland
Florida
1St Armored
Fort Hood
Texas
United States
Powell as Symptom of Congress Ethics Charge
The article argues Representative Adam Clayton Powell exposes a wider pattern of trust abuse in Congress. It notes many members hire relatives, travel on public funds, and influence agencies, but insists the core issue is misconduct itself, not just Powell. Powell’s defense is criticized as evasive and race linked, underscoring systemic laxity.
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Adam Clayton Powell
New York
Congress
Powell
Senate
House of Representatives
Proof or Consequences: Laughing at Tough Tax Deductions
A business firm warns executives and salesmen to keep meticulous records of entertainment and travel, tying expenses to business conduct. The message frames the rule as a game, dubbed Proof or Consequences, urging compliance amid grim facts.
Nebraska 4-H Week Spotlight Highlights Youth Program
National 4-H Week draws Nebraska attention as a thriving youth program. In 1940 Nebraska reports 35 479 club members with 22 841 girls and 12 638 boys. The “city” would rank as Nebraskas third largest. It notes 71 163 completed projects across agriculture, health, home making and more under county extension agents and homemaking directors.
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Nebraska
States Spend Preview: Tax Burden Shifts to States and Feds
The Christian Science Monitor notes that state governments face rising revenue needs with 47 states convening legislatures in 1961-62. State tax collections reached 20.6 billion in 1961-62, driving deficits and debt near 20 billion, while 26 states ran deficits in 1961. States rely on sales taxes in 30 states and income taxes in 14 as federal taxes remain about four fifths of national costs.
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United States
Census Bureau
Commerce Clearing House
Tax Foundation
New York City
New York
California
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
CCH
Death Awaits Most Unwanted Puppies
An opinion piece denounces the cruelty of overbreeding and abandoned puppies. It argues many end up euthanized by shelters, urges responsible ownership, and promotes spaying to prevent producing unsuitable litters. It cites shelters’ lack of records and warns against the idea that breeding improves dogs.
Ray Haynes Towns College Football Prospect
An Arkansas City Kansas youth Ray Haynes signed with the University of Oklahoma to play football. Paralyzed by bulbar polio at age seven, he wore leg braces and later pursued athletics in Winfield and Arkansas City. Now at 6 foot 1 and 185 pounds he plays fullback and is regarded as a strong college prospect.
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Arkansas City
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Ray Haynes
University of Oklahoma
Hayes
Sooners
Haynes
Winfield, Kan
Giving Up Worry for Lent A Personal Resolve
A writer describes lifelong battle with worry, admitting even pastors and professionals can be plagued by it. He recalls advice from a pastor who never found complete freedom from worry and notes his plan to end the habit, with lingering carryover concerns.
Crossword Clues Mixed Across and Down
A scan of clues lists across and down entries such as Vestige Lawmaker Model Weather conditions Sun god Insect's eg Spawn of fish Land measures Citrus fruits You and I Roster Tessen Tumor suffix Cyprinoid fish Tennis shot Sweet lover Wheeled vehicle Wore away Father Spanish Wore away etc
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You and I
Tessen
Colleq
Russ
Panhandle Mother by Betty Knicely
Betty Knicely writes on the parental trap of comparing today’s children with the past. She urges parents to recognize a changing world and to set firm gentle limits without constant lectures or echoes of “in my day.”
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Panhandle
Betty Knicely
Teior
Dear Folks from Frances Craig at Craigs Rest Home
Frances Craig writes from Craigs Rest Home describing family illness and hospital stays. She notes her mother remains well while her father recovers from a broken leg, shares hospital ward anecdotes, visits Lodgepole schools and local stores, mentions measles and gamma globulin for youngsters, and reflects on community health and reconnecting with friends.
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Craigs
Mother
Dad
Louie Grage
Jackie
North Ward
Bradley
Kathleen
Lodgepole
Sidney readers critique city bonds surplus and tax impact
A Sidney letter to the editor argues the city and Cheyenne County invest surplus funds in interest bearing bonds, enriching holders of bonds while overtaxing residents. The writer questions voter's disenfranchisement and cites golf course and airport spending, urging pay as you go and voter control.
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Sidney
Teo
Cheyenne
Lasagna Casseroles Ready to Serve and Freeze
Italian cooks plan two lasagna casseroles: one for immediate service and one for freezing. The dish features ricotta and mozzarella cheeses, a tomato meat sauce, and a topping of grated Parmesan, suitable for storage up to several months.
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