Sidney Telegraph Editorial Page Highlights Legacy
The Sidney Telegraph, published every Monday Wednesday and Friday by Telegraph Printing Co. Inc at 830 11th Ave Sidney, Nebraska, is Western Nebraska’s oldest newspaper founded in 1873. It is an associate member of The Associated Press and a member of the Nebraska Press Association, having won the association’s General Excellence Award twice. It serves Cheyenne County as the official county newspaper.
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How To Raise Money In Sidney For Industrial Growth
Sidney weighs forming an industrial corporation led by local business and professionals to lure new industry. The challenge is raising funds as many are financially stretched or reluctant to invest in new ventures. Hiring professional fund raisers may help, though fees are a concern. The article suggests considering corporation size and funding method before proceeding.
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Frontier urged to surrender Nebraska franchise for amicable solution
The State Aeronautics Board proposes Frontier Air Lines relinquish all Nebraska service rather than only parts of the northern route. North Central Air Lines is named as a possible replacement. While acknowledging Frontier’s past service to Sidney, Scottsbluff, and North Platte, the column argues that relinquishing the franchise would ease tensions and avoid harming any party.
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Nixon targets liberal independents in bid for presidency
The analysis notes Vice President Nixon concentrates on attracting liberal independents and disaffected Democrats to counter the Democratic numerical edge. It highlights Nixon’s unopposed GOP nomination status and the strategic need to win independent voters for a possible victory.
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Comic Strips Show Cruel World Behind Laughter
The column argues that modern funny papers lean on crises and crime stories while classic strips fade. It notes Dick Tracy influence on real crimes, praises timeless characters like Tarzan and Skeezix, and laments TV and busy schedules eroding simple humor for kids today.
Ecological Survey Linked to Arctic Nuclear Project Chariot
The Atomic Energy Commission sponsors a detailed study of plant and animal life 110 miles south of the Arctic Circle in Alaska. The survey supports Project Chariot, which envisions a channel and harbor formed by nuclear blasts.
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Reading K S Mind The Words Capabilities Influence Campaigns
The piece notes the Pentagon may revise Soviet power estimates to include intent behind missiles and future plans. It questions whether Russian weapons are deemed benign without offensive aims and argues for clarification amid election year politics and Democratic protests.
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Will a Woman President Become a Reality
The piece notes rising female voter numbers with Census projections showing a growing gap by 1970 and beyond. It discusses the unlikely scenario of a woman president and cites England’s Queen Elizabeth I and Catherine the Great as examples of capable female rulers.
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Hourly farm income figures miss the real farm problem
The Department of Agriculture touts 1959 income data as a cheerful picture, but hourly wage calculations distort reality. Higher machinery use lowers man hours but adds capital costs, so apparent gains vanish in bank accounts. The piece argues these hourly rates mislead and offer no solution.
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Beet Growers Plight and Cuban Sugar Ties
A Western beet sugar growers letter to Senator Carl Curtis argues against enlarging Beet Sugar Act production by 200 000 short tons. It warns excess beet sugar depresses prices, challenges replacing Cuban supply, and notes a $39 million subsidy keeps domestic sugar industry afloat while boosting housewives’ costs. The piece links these subsidies to broader world market dynamics and Cuba relations.
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Extension Service And Taxes in Nebraska State Journal
The Nebraska Extension Service may not assist in organizing groups for political activity though it has historically helped form farm groups and co operatives. The York based Nebraska Fair Tax Association will proceed regardless of extension office involvement, pending Director Janike's ruling.
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Figuring Your Income Tax by Knowing Rules
An early 1960s era guide explains who must file and which forms 1040 1040A and 1040W suit different income levels. It highlights filing deadlines exemptions for dependents and spouses and notes non taxable income and the need to attach W-2 forms.
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Nebraska Centennial Echoes a Century of Growth
Nebraskans look toward the 1967 centennial marking statehood with pride. The piece recalls territorial milestones, population shifts, the Union Pacific line, and the 1878 capital debate as signs of rapid change and lasting progress shaped by pioneers and settlers.
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Ecuador Enforced Child and Eight Hour Labor Laws Since 1929
Since 1929 Ecuador has maintained a child labor law and an eight hour workday rule. The two labor standards reflect early 20th century reforms shaping workers rights in the country.
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