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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1960
Page
1
Nebraska population changes observed through the decennial census begin with 1860 data when the state first appeared separately in federal counts. The 1950 census shows Nebraska’s population about 46 times larger, reflecting rapid early growth slowing after 1890.
The county’s population fluctu grew from 190 in 1870 to 1 558 in 1880 and 5 693 in 1890. By 1900 it stood 5 570 before divisions created Devel Kimball Scotts Bluff and Banner counties. In 1910 the count fell to 4 551, then 8 405 in 1920 and 10 187 in 1930. A 1940 drop to 9 505 followed by 1960 projections around 14 000 with Sidney expanding.
The text outlines Nebraska growth rates under national trends, noting fluctuations from 1930–1940 and 1900–1910. It details population figures from 1940 to 1950, territorial origins from Louisiana Purchase, boundary changes through 1867, and land area of 76 663 square miles with 17.3 people per square mile in 1950. Nebraska ranked 33rd in population and 14th in land area among states.
Dave Martin of Kearney, GOP Fourth District candidate, will address Cheyenne County Young Republicans tonight at 7:30 in the City Auditorium Legion Room Sidney. Public officers for the newly armed club will be elected, with Joel Babcock acting chairman presiding.
Local elevator sources quoted wheat at 1.74 dollars per bushel today. The price reflects current market levels for grain trading in the area.
Cheyenne County ministers will tour the county by air as part of Soil Stewardship Week. A 6 am breakfast at the Sidney Country Club will launch the event followed by an art tour highlighting conservation progress. The program, planned by SWCD supervisors and local ministers, runs May 22 to 29 with nationwide observances.
Elton Berck president of the Nebraska Farmers Union will be principal speaker at a District I meeting in Berea Box Butte County next Monday March 28 The western Nebraska District will discuss tax issues and review reports from the Omaha annual meeting Box Butte Farmers Union will furnish a neon luncheon The meeting starts mid morning
A Sidney Boy Scout exposition scheduled for Tuesday has been canceled due to lack of entries. The event would have featured booths and displays by the scouts. The next major event is the Dalton district meeting in April, with new officers to be elected.
Dalton Sons Club hosts Dr Lauren Schwsow superintendent of Scottsbluff public schools at the Dalton school auditorium. She will present slides from a recent trip to Russia after the Lions dinner at 6 45 PM at the Presbyterian Fellowship Hall.
The Sidney Chamber of Commerce board approved a resolution opposing renewal of the federal excise tax on telegraph and telephone services, which expires in June 1960. The measure argues the tax is unfair on an essential service and should be repealed, with emphasis on dropping the local telephone tax. Warren Ellison reported 199 members signed up, including 24 new, about 50 from last year unpaid, total pledges at 41077. Ellison led the meeting in president Carl Christ Jr's absence.
Gas discovery at the Neubauer No 1 Nebraska A wildcat near Lorenzo shows potential production of three to five million cubic feet daily. Ohio Oil Co plans to connect from Eggleston gas line. other wells in Cheyenne Kimball Banner counties report no production yet.
Rexall drug stores nationwide including The Winter Drug Co of Sidney provide four $300 scholarships for high school graduates pursuing pharmacy. The plan covers 1960 through 1963. Details available from Ralph Spencer at Sidney High School.
The Scotts Bluff county Commissioners plan two measures on the May 10 ballot. One would levy up to 1 mill per year for five years to fund an addition to the courthouse and a new county office building.
Ferris Preble and Lew Wilson of the Jaycees seek eligible Cheyenne County women ages 18 to 28 for the Miss Fort Sidney pageant to be held in April. Entry forms appear in this issue. Past Sidney winners have achieved regional honors including Miss U S A and Miss Press Photographer titles.
Students from nine schools converge on Alliance for the annual music festival entering nine bands from McGrew Bushnell Melbeta Dalton Gurley Lodgepole Dix Harrisburg and Potter Vocal and instrumental performances begin at 830 am at St Marys Hall and Dalton School with events ranging from vocal solos duets trios quartets to bands and orchestras adjudicated by Rod Eichsenberger and Harry McNees.
Rushville rancher William Abold Jr. about 25 died of gunshot wounds at his home 20 miles northwest of Rushville Sunday afternoon. Sheridan County authorities say he apparently shot himself with a 410 gauge shotgun. His body was found by his mother, Mrs Lucy Abold, who had left the house about 12:40 pm and returned at 1 pm to find him dead.
District Judge John H. Kuns directed a verdict for ExCellart Sign Co in a case against Harold B. Thomas of Sidney. The court rejected fraud claims, awarding a pending amount of 1,209.37 dollars plus costs, with exact judgment to be determined.
Cheyenne County Wheat Growers Assn wraps up a series of informational sessions with a final gathering in Kimball on Thursday at 7 30 pm inviting Sidney businessmen and farmers. Previous meetings in Potter Lorenzo Lodgepole and Gurley drew over 125 growers. The plan suggests a bushel allotment while opposing full government removal, arguing long term savings though critics worry about nationwide impact.
Spring has sprung but warmth may fade quickly as Sidney and the southern Panhandle cool after near 70 degree highs. Skies darken with increasing clouds and a few brief snow flurries possible. Highs around 67 Monday with lows near 29 to 30 across the period. Sidney set a two state high at 54 on Saturday, then 60 on Sunday.
Gov. Ralph Brooks underwent prostate gland surgery Monday described as routine. He received a blood transfusion and insulin for diabetes and will likely stay hospitalized 1 to 14 days with limited campaigning ahead of the May 1 primary.
Gov. Brooks office mobilizes 30 agencies for thaw and flood prep. Robert B. Conrad identifies 13 high risk zones under Operation On Guard as 13 counties face rising waters from Lost Creek in Garden County. Oshkosh area sees homes isolated and roads flooded with water over Highway 27.
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