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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1936
Page
2
An independent newspaper published at 932 Tenth Avenue Sidney Nebraska, every Friday morning, devoted to the interests of the City of Sidney, Cheyenne County and Western Nebraska, generally. Price information noted as $2.00 and $2.50.
The Semi-Weekly News Review notes Italian advances in Ethiopia have killed about 10,000 with resistance in the north largely broken. Haile Selassie plans to assume personal command of his forces as news reports cite Italian victories and continued military pressure.
Texas opened its centennial celebration Monday to mark a century since independence from Mexico. Other news notes include Washington seeking nearly two billion dollars in a public loan to push national debt to about 32 billion, a Japanese publisher predicting more uprisings and strong military influence, and Kate Smith climbing 22 stories during an elevator strike, recalling the final ascent in memory.
Pickets press for wider walkouts in New York building strikes while many workers refuse to strike. A WPA worker died in Council Bluffs when dirt collapsed on him. Marlene Dietrich reportedly left a film for London amid dispute over coverage. Nebraska spring football practice draws about 100 hopefuls. Missouri reports seventy. A Beatrice sale nets 500 for mares worth 540. Chicago tavern explosion kills owner. Plunge of ice on the Platte and Missouri rivers as thaw begins.
Great Britain declares a sweeping buildup of army, navy, and air forces along with industrial mobilization aimed at instant readiness in any potential war. The plan emphasizes rapid expansion, increased production, and unified national effort to deter aggression and wind up defense capabilities.
A new agreement removes U S authority to intervene in Panama to maintain order, signaling a mutual pledge of noninterference and respect for Panama’s sovereignty under the treaty. The move reflects a broader shift in regional policy and diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Motorists in Denver express strong opposition to plans to install parking meters charging five cents per hour. The stance reflects widespread concern about added costs for city visitors and residents amid ongoing debates over urban infrastructure fees.
Floods from Salt Creek backed up when ice blocked the Platte River causing Salt Creek to flood several houses in Ashland and the valley as water from multiple creeks flowed in. The Ashland road between Lincoln and Omaha was washed out this week.
Dan Stephens of Fremont accepted the post as opponent for Senator Burke, running as a democratic committeeman.
Adele Astaire aboard the California liner tied up at dock due to a work stoppage. The ship sits idle as sailors and officers protest, delaying passengers and cargo while the strike continues.
The brother of Machine Gun Jack Masten, who was recently taken for a ride in Chicago, was shot and killed inside a Chicago poolroom in a violent daytime incident. Police are investigating possible motives and connections to past events.
John Bowyer Paise, once a boy who delivered provisions to London’s poor, died in Kansas City as a retired glass executive. Meanwhile a Hollywood Bank of America branch was robbed by three masked men who escaped with $10,000.
Nebraska farm movement slowed this year due to weather. Reports indicate a rise in crop sharing over cash rental agreements as the preferred arrangement among farmers and landowners.
A man in Dallas, Texas fired at Leonard Bowser but the intended victim jerked his head aside and fell. Examinations found no bullet wounds. doctors concluded the break in the neck occurred as he tried to dodge the shot.
Sixteen people died in February across Nebraska at a pace of about one every 46 hours. Cecil Reggins of Kadoka South Dakota died after leaving his home in a blizzard at month end to visit friends. His family believed he was still away visiting. It marks the thirteenth death in South Dakota from the storm.
A sewer gas explosion in Kearney badly burned 17 year old Howard Muller. Firefighters responded quickly to the scene and evacuated nearby residents as emergency crews treated the teen at the site. authorities investigated the incident for cause.
A reciprocal tariff agreement with Ecuador will favor a large number of Nebraska products by reducing barriers and expanding market access. The action signals stronger trade ties and potential economic gains for regional exporters and manufacturers.
About 12 590 seed and crop loans have been issued in Nebraska totaling close to two million dollars from a 60 million fund designated in 1935.
The Pacific Ocean provides about 600 million pounds of fish each year. Fisheries officials note the vast harvest reflects large coastal fisheries and sustained catch levels across major species.
Miss Monetha Newman of York Nebraska has been named the national champion 4 Holstein girl for 1935 in a statewide spring competition.
Ground was broken and construction began on a new community shelter in Minatare. The project is being carried out by the local VCC group and aims to provide a safe facility for residents, with plans outlined for funding and future use.
I Kehr of Ogallala leads the Keith County farm group which set the county fair for August 19 and 22, 1936. The meeting confirmed dates and details for the event to be hosted in Keith County.
On the sixty-ninth anniversary of Nebraska, Pawnee Indians dependents sent reminders to the government asserting ongoing, unsettled claims. The action marks a continuing dispute over past government agreements.
The Winnebago Indians near Pender voted to establish self governance and will elect a council for that purpose.
The North Platte valley growers and Great Western Sugar Company agreed on the 1936 beet contract, the earliest ever signed. Senator Norris expressed hope for surveying the Republican River that year by government men for flood control. Postmaster General Farley noted Congress revoked the 1933 economy act in 1934 over the president’s veto, and voters kept the same officials in the fall election.
Three former prisoners were arrested in Hastings and charged with a long list of holdups and robberies in south central Nebraska. A separate report notes a building employees strike spreading across 800 New York public buildings. Mayor LaGuardia plans to appoint forty thousand municipal workers to monitor fires in buildings to protect tenants. Barbara Hutton von Haugewitz Reventiow is reported out of danger after childbirth surgery. AAA officials prep field work on a soil conservation plan as the president notes the measure is a foundation for future improvements rather than a cure-all.
A farewell dance was held at a Herdon school for Mr and Mrs Nels Nelson and family moving to Idaho. Attendees included multiple local families. Mrs J Hatcher visited, Oscar Hatcher attended a federal land bank meeting, and several residents were noted for recent events including a wedding and a spelling award.
The list includes students with perfect spelling last week Yvonne Seimers Donna Jean Van Mark Betty Seimers Patty Lou Hansen Dorothy Loncar Evelyn Anthony Bonita Runge Patsy Loncar Donavon Lyngholm Doris Runge and Wanda Mae Hansen. Perfect attendance last month included Glen Runge and Lemoyne Shinkle. Doris Glassburn of Torrington Wyoming visited school Monday as the farm account class held its second meeting. Vaccination in 1796 credited to Penner.
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