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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1949
Page
8
A special election on April 12 will decide whether Dix will issue bonds to build a gymnasium at the high school. The board reports no opposition at a district meeting, though some residents fear the higher tax burden.
A foot high bronze statuette depicting Gene Slattery, famed for his shirt auctions for charity, is on display in the Dalton Clothing Store windows. Sculpted by Antonio Livraghi of Milan and gifted via the Merci Train, the piece honors his efforts raising funds for the Friendship Train and the Red Cross.
The Sidney City Auditorium hosts a high scoring basketball night as the Negro Ghosts barnstorm against three local teams the Knights of Columbus Sunol and Dalton's Clothing in order. A final All-Star lineup from those teams will close the show. The Ghosts have a long win streak and travel with comedy acts adding to the event.
The Chamber reports the 1949 census of business begins after April 1 with census takers visiting retail, wholesale, and service firms. Nine years since the last census, all data are confidential under federal law with penalties for disclosure. Also notes Newcomers Club plans, Mrs. Helen Handsel as President, welcome packets, and a block contact system. Residential building permits total $17,100 so far in 1949, versus $13,750 in 1948. No commercial permits yet. Retail division to sponsor a 2nd annual Easter Egg Hunt in April for preschoolers through third grade, with about 50 dozen eggs hidden and turnout expected high.
President Andrew Johnson claimed a vestigial Congress loomed over the government. The public elected a strong anti Johnson majority in Congress, leading to impeachment proceedings two years later.
A concise notice promoting columnar sheets and pads for readers, emphasizing availability at The Telegraph and inviting purchase for office or accounting use.
Master Sgt. Ray Treadway urges men with reserve enlistments expiring in 1949 to re-enlist for three years. He cites benefits such as maintaining highest rank, retirement credits at 60, 20 years of service, 15 to 90 day active duty tours, potential commissions, and access to service schools. About 75 percent of renewals expire this year.
Willys-Overland cuts prices to the lowest levels in the field, with reductions from 25 to 270 dollars. Horn Motor Co. of Sidney notes the passenger car field now includes the lowest priced full size station wagon, station sedan, and sports car, reflecting the new pricing.
Mr. Horn notes new low prices on the Willys-Overland three quarter ton truck four-wheel drive rack panel delivery and Universal Jeep. He says the reductions deliver a double saving with a low initial cost and thrifty operation and maintenance making them America’s most economical and useful vehicles. He expresses pride in leading the price reduction.
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