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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1926
Page
16
The 1925-1926 season faced inexperience and ineligibility under Coach Horn but produced a fair record. Sidney opened January 5 with a 20-16 loss to Lodge Pole, then defeated Sidney opponents and posted mixed results through February. Captain Wait led scoring in several games, new players showed promise, and Sidney finished 6-6, emphasizing sportsmanship and regional athletic ties in Lodge Pole area.
January through February game results show Sidney facing Lodge Pole Kimball Bridgeport Bayard Chappell Evanston Potter Lead Bayard Hot Springs and Chadron with varied home and away scores. Notable scores include Bridgeport 35 for Sid ney 16 and Evanston 3 for Sidney 21. Other results include Kimball 24 at home and 14 away and Potters 18 at home and 9 away.
The Maroon and Black lose five players to graduation: Wait, Griswold, Clark, Kepler, Lowe, and Captain Wait. Wait played his fourth year. he was a key performer with sharp shooting and flashy floor work. Griswold, a first year guard, developed into a strong defensive player, while Clark, known as the grand old man, leaves after two years. Kepler at center showed promise, Lowe excelled as a first year forward, and Williams stood out as a star on defense and floor play. The team beat Hot Springs 18 to 14 in the second round, with Thomas and Kep ler as high scorers. Williams, selected all tournament guard, led the defense and overall play. other all-tournament selections included Gadier, Kelly, and Book.
Elrie Williams leads 1927 prospects as a seasoned guard with a prior letter and strong floor play. Sophomores Weldon Thomas Ralph Oxyborn and Orville Williams show depth, while junior Parl Witters and freshman Byron Leonard offer scoring potential. Multiple players from the second unit, including Dimick and Poole, are poised to improve with experience and coaching.
Sidney reached the Chadron tournament semifinals before losing to Lead 8 D high school with an 16 to 11 score. Sidney played well and could beat any team, but Lead's peculiar offense perplexed them long enough to build a sizable advantage. Gadler of Lead led the team in an effective showing.
Sidney was eliminated in the opening round of the Nebraska state tournament by Ashland 15 to 12 in a fast Class D game. Sidney led early, but Owens propelled Ashland with three third quarter baskets amid Sidney guard lapses. Wait led Sidney in scoring while Williams and Griswold added defense. the trip featured tours of state buildings and warm local hospitality.
David Cole Creamery offers to buy heavy hens at 20e per pound. The purchase point is opposite the U P depot.
Gurley amateurs travel to Kearney for the 1926 state basketball meet held March 12 and 13 at the state normal gymnasium. Gurley faces Regan in opening action, trailing 19 to 31 at halftime after fouls benched their big center. Despite a late rally, Gurley loses to Regan and then falls to Chesterfields 18 to 31 in the finals, with George Crose leading Gurley as top scorer and Walter Lally praised for leadership.
Two local men Douglas and Sampson were in a river bath house repairing a road when a bullet pierced the wall and injured Sampson above the temple. The shooting likely came from a passing vehicle. no suspect was found. Sampson survived the flesh wound, and the incident is blamed on careless marksmanship.
Sheriff W. E. Cunningham investigates a Sunday night robbery at Ed Jackson's pool hall in Sedgwick. Candy gum tobacco and a guitar were stolen. An attempted entry at C. W. Krenger hardware in Crook the same night suggests the same suspects.
A Saturday shooting at the Alice Mitchell home in Scottsbluff left Mack Lewis dead and John McShann under arrest for first degree murder after a money dispute. McShann says he acted in self defense as Lewis advanced with a knife, while testimonies vary and few facts are clear.
The Post Office blocked the mail use by Zenith Lawn Accessory for selling Herben Prati seed mix. United States Department of Agriculture reports the blend mainly meadow fescue and Italian rye grass. claims of rapid, all-weather lawn growth are unfounded. Victims paid up to $1.50 per pound. reputable seed firms offer 18 to 20 cents. Traveling agents persist in southern states. Meadow fescue and Italian rye grass are not turf-forming or drought resistant.
The Morrill community advances a cheese factory with contract awarded to R C Covington who gave the lowest bid. Machinery ordered last week, operation expected within weeks, and strong farmer and business interest supports a notable success for the venture.
Mr and Mrs Noah Brewer departed for Denver this week to establish a new home. Brewer bought a house there and will enter the real estate business, while Dave Brewer will oversee the family garage operation.
Minatare Free Press reports Superintendent Parks denies a rumor that Western Public Service of Scottsbluff bought the Sidney electric light and power plant and is inventorying its equipment. He says the report is a mistake in every detail.
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