Sidney Telegraph Editorial Page History and status
The Sidney Telegraph, Western Nebraska's oldest newspaper founded in 1873, is associate member of the Associated Press and a member of the Nebraska Press Association. It serves Cheyenne County as the official county newspaper, published Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays by The Telegraph Printing Co., Inc. at 830 Lith Ave, Sidney, Nebraska.
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Western Nebraska trade school eyed as milestone program
The state supported trade school at Sioux Army Depot is slated to open next fall and could spark a major vocational training movement. Early enrollment may be 75 to 100, with Milford’s vo-tech near 700 students. officials expect rapid growth and strong community cooperation.
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Western Nebraska Trade School
Sioux
Nebraska
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Western
State Department of Education
Western Nebraska
Sidney
Vo-Tech
Nursing Home Boom Faces Staffing Challenge
Public health officials warn that rapid nursing home expansion may outpace available trained staff. Growth began with aging populations, with long term care spending rising to a billion dollars by 1965. Authorities stress that care quality depends on qualified workers, not bricks alone.
Hagemeister Files for Republican Nebraska Governor Nomination
Bruce Hagemeister of Hemingford filed for the Republican nomination in Nebraskas gubernatorial race. A successful grain, lumber and farming businessman with leadership in trade groups and a strong War Two record, he defines issues as fair taxation, better education, stronger agriculture, industry and tourism. He plans an active two month campaign from an Omaha Grain Exchange office, using his aviation hobby to reach voters before the May primary. The Times Herald notes the late filing may hinder his bid.
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Nebraska
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Bruce Hagemeister
Hemingford
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State Normal Board
Wye-Braska
Omaha
Alliance Daily Times- Herald
Low Income Housing Plan Proposed for Sidney Voters
The Sidney City Council proposes a low-cost housing project for elderly and disabled residents under federal and local rules. Eligible individuals include those with restricted incomes and Social Security recipients. the plan aims to move families from substandard housing similar to successful Nebraska efforts like Grand Island, urging approval on April 8.
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Grand Island
Who Are The Viet Cong
A dated editorial tilt questions negotiating with the Viet Cong in South Vietnam. It contrasts views from Robert Kennedy and The New York Times, notes the lack of a centralized Viet Cong leadership, and argues that talks would hinge on North Vietnam. The piece critiques abstract diplomacy amid ongoing war costs and ends with a sharp jab about airport policy.
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America
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Puzzle style clue list hints at a crossword with across and down entries including Beach Amer author Fairy Athwart Sea bird and more. The grid references and partial answers imply a themed vocabulary puzzle.
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Answer to previous puzzle sequence clues
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Sidney News Highlights From The Week In 1946
Summaries of local events include bones found near town with 2 to 4 million year old fossil remains to be evaluated by state museum officials this week. Dalton balloting features liquor by the drink issue and courthouse expansion may go to voters. An Omaha firm has a 245 mile pipeline planned nearby while Sidney armory bids open and Colorado Springs firm is listed as low bidder. Local people include Just Jensen a Dalton farmer who died at home and Joe Bonkiewicz Jr entering the 1st district race. Sunrise Easter services are set at the bandshell and editor Jack Lowe is cited as a good neighbor. 1946 Sidney Chamber enrollment reaches 131. DeMolay sweetheart picks are named. Edward Colone files to run for county sheriff. The Navy nurse Garnett Radin spoke to a B and P W group as REA line construction nears in Dix and Potter. Farmers turn to air travel as interest in flying grows.
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Omaha
Sidney Armory
Colorado Springs
Franklin Hornaday
Sidney High School
Sidney
Marva Ladine
Joanne Cunningham
Lois Elwell
Marilyn Hand
Wanda Gerlach
Barbara Banta
Gerry Goodwin
Janice Caywood
Edward Colone
W. W. Schulz
C. L. Spindler
H. C. Craig
Leland Spindler
Sidney and
Howard
Crawford
Beatrice
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Duis
Garnett Radin
B&pw
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Sidney Chamber of Commerce
Wage Boost Predication Report From Washington
Congressman Dave Martin reports on amendments to the Fair Labor Standards Act. The plan raises the base wage to 1.40 by Feb 1967 and 1.60 by Feb 1971 for most workers, with staged increases for new and agricultural employees. Exemptions shift for retail, construction, and service sectors. hospital costs and Medicare impact discussed. A separate note approves $750,000 for a Vice President’s home, urged as low priority during wartime and budget cuts.
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Dave Martin
Education and Labor Committee
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House
Senate
Pentagon
Letters and Notes From Sidney Readers
Readers praise Earl Aronson and George W. Kelly works on gardening while criticizing Sidney politics and civic engagement. A letter notes local racing history, baseball records, and Smoky Burgess as a pinch hitter, with multiple reminiscences on transportation and interchanges.
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Campbell’s Cafe
Eric Brauer
Phyllis Corbett
Holy Lands
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Earl E. Easton
Nels J. Nelson
Florence Parks
Liberty State Bank
Sam Fine
Gretchen
Sterling
LeLyla Dike
Gweneth
Gates
Ore
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Howard Ranch
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Homan
P. W. Barker
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Mamie Pratt
Denver Junction
Queen City
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George W. Kelly
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Sunshine States
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Chappell
Leon A. Lafler
Johnny Sellers
Our Michael
Manny Ycaza
Napoleon
Smoky Burgess
Chicago White Sox
Red Lucas
Ron Hansen
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