Waiver Secured On School Lease Lands and Levy Increase
The Senate passed the Peterson bill allowing county school districts to raise levies from 3 to 4 mills by special election to keep county high schools operating. A Green resolution authorized waivers of crop liens on state school lands to secure federal seed loans, noting lenders require waivers. A conference report supported a House bill limiting state school land fund investments. The Senate compromised on municipal bonds, allowing only bonds from municipalities with no defaults in 10 years.
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Senate
Peterson
P. R. Peterson
Lexington
Green
Sidney
Lux seeks new trial in motion this week
A motion for a new trial for Harry Lux and 11 Lincoln men over an unsuccessful farm foreclosure halt was filed in Saline county district court. Judge Proudfit was not present to receive it and will likely rule next week. The 12 men remain jailed, including Robert Burleigh, a mayoral candidate, who may vote by mail if still jailed on April 4.
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Harry Lux
Lincoln
Wilbur
District Court of
Saline County
Proudfit
Lux
Robert Burleigh
Road Work Progress Continues This Week East of Town
Road projects east of town advance with full crews on three day shifts. Over 200 men now work on a 30 hour weekly schedule, easing local unemployment. Diamond Engineering of Grand Island plans immediate curbings and paving in District No. 2.
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Diamond Engineering Company
Grand Island
Well Known Church Man Is Here Tonight
Rev. John G. Alber of Lincoln the state superintendent of Nebraska Christian churches will preach at the local church tonight. His appearance is regarded as a real treat by Rev. J. H. Bicknell and a large attendance is expected.
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John G. Alber
Lincoln
Nebraska Christian Churches
J. H. Bicknell
Federal Pay Cut Ordered 15 Percent Across Government
President Roosevelt issued a 15 percent salary reduction for government employees effective April 1 under the emergency economy act. The cut aligns with a 21.7 percent drop in living costs since 1928 and limits the total reduction to 15 percent, based on the department of labor’s cost of living study.
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Roosevelt
Department of Labor
Scout Troops Active In City Past Week
Scout troops conducted merit badge work and board reviews led by L D Willey. Troop 99 members Abbott Slayter Steve Martin and Dick Barger earned first class ratings. Raymond Fastenow Udell Ward Robert Osborn Dr Leo J Thomas earned badges. Troop 90 held a Gypsy canon hike directed by Gene Cross Clyde Brewer. Carl Hutchison won a medal in a cooking contest with Dean Wright close behind. Cub scouts plan a meeting Saturday at 7. Troop 99 members entertained the Kimball and Sidney Lions at Kimball Tuesday.
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Board of Reviews
L. D. Willey
Abbott Slayter
Steve Martin
Dick Barger
Raymond Fastenow
Udell Ward
S. S. S. Dolphin
Robert Osborn
Leo J. Thomas
S. M
Gene Cross
Clyde Brewer
Carl Hutchison
Dean Wright
Franklin Dedrick
Robert Jones
James Hand
Troop 99
Kimball and
Sidney
Lions Clubs
Kimball
Hepner Clothing Co Ready For Business
Mr and Mrs A J Hepner, called to Denver by an aunt’s death, have opened a new store at 937 Tenth Avenue. Hepner plans a formal opening later, to be announced in this paper.
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A. J. Hepner
Denver
Tenth Avenue
Sidney Teams Compete For Debate Title April 1
Sidney affirmative faces Oshkosh at 10:00 with Scottsbluff in the afternoon as two defeats decide each school. Chappell meets the winner of the first debate at 11 with the topic to be whether at least half of state and local revenue should come from non tangible property sources. Likely participants include Alma Meyer Carolyn Kennedy Albert Mahr and John Jurgens along with Leroy Willey Edward Hinrichs and Lois Hardy.
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Page LD
Oshkosh
Sidney Affirmative
Scottsbluff
Chappell
Sidney
Alma Meyer
Carolyn Kennedy
Albert Mahr
John Jurgens
Leroy Willey
Edward Hinrichs
Lois Hardy
Pioneer farmer passes away Tuesday funeral here this afternoon
A pioneer farmer died Tuesday with funeral services to be held here this afternoon. Burial will be in Greenwood cemetery under the Rice funeral service. He is survived by his wife and four daughters, Mrs. Esther Johnson and Mrs. Julia Rasmussen of Kimball County, and Mrs. Sophia Sharman and Mrs. Mable Miles of the north table in this county.
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Greenwood Cemetery
Rice Funeral Service
Johnson
Daugthers
Esther Johnson
Julia Rasmussen
Kimball County
Sophia Sharman
Mable Miles
North Table
Man Napped On Charge Of Victimizing Nebraska Drug Stores
A man accused of drug store victimization in western Nebraska was taken into custody after attempting to return a bottle of heroin he claimed was needed as evidence against a druggist from last summer. He allegedly demanded $200, arrest followed. He has prior Nebraska penitentiary time, and Denver narcotics agents say Colby Kane is outside their jurisdiction and the man is not known to bureau agents.
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Nebraska
High
Colby
Kane
Denver
Sidney Men Speak At Grecian Order Session in Bayard
Sidney men from Bridgeport Bayard and Alliance spoke at a Grecian Order session in Bayard last Sunday. The program included dramas poems and a surprise engagement announcement for Miss Anna N Makris of Dix to J G Makris of Alliance followed by dancing and singing.
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Bayard
New
S. R. Sweet
Bridgeport
W. H. Willas
Dr. Pugsley
Martin Dimery
Mr. Huges
Ray Ryason
Douglas Boyd
W. Devies
C. O. Morris
Mr. Lane
Dick Barlow
Ray Wisner
J. C. Markis
Alliance
Ahepa
James Dardanis
Nick Markis
Saronilelaou
Bayard Greek Church
James DeBerry
Anna N. Makris
Dix
J. G. Makris
Wheat greening in Panhandle as freeze unlikely
Crop observers report wheat in western Nebraska panhandle greening up with no freeze in sight amid early March snow. Early spring sprout may yield if it starts promptly, while late sprouting risks poor grain. greenhouse tests hint freeze not essential for grain production. Moisture arriving early this spring boosts prospects despite past adverse fall and winter conditions.
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Nebraska
Green House
Holiday Group Seeks Officials’ Views on Moratorium Statute
The group declares in the public press that they resent suggestions of blackmail in their demand for county official salary reductions. They demand an apology from anyone who circulated slanderous statements about their farm organization.
Hitchcock Likely as New Nebraska Senator Says West Leaders
Western Nebraska leaders favor Hitchcock for the United States Senate seat with supporters arguing his closeness to the president would boost Nebraska. Democrats contend Governor Bryan might appoint Hitchcock if he cannot fill the vacancy himself. Also mentions surplus Chinese elms planted by N. P. Nurseries in North Platte for bar gain.
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West Nebraska
Hitchcock
Nebraska
Sidney Democrats
Bryan
N. P. Nurseries
North Platte
Nebr
Vo-Ag Carnival Promises Evening of Diverse Entertainment
The annual Vo. Ag. carnival arrives tonight at the Smith-Hughes building with wrestling and boxing as highlights. Other features include candy booths popcorn stand shooting gallery beauty parlor rabbit show and additional entertainment for attendees.
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Vo. Ag
Smith-Hughes
Funeral Services For Treinen Tot Saturday
Donald Orville Treinen, 27 month old son of Matt Treinen, died yesterday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Clinton where he had lived since his mother's death in January 1932. Funeral services are Saturday at nine in the Catholic church with Rev. Anton Link officiating. Burial will be in the Catholic cemetery. Gehrig funeral service in charge. He is survived by four brothers and five sisters, all at home.
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Donald Orville
Matt Treinen
Frank Clinton
Anton Link
Gehrig
Reciprocal license law ends truck war in Nebraska
Western Nebraska farmers gain freedom from interstate license fees as a reciprocal license law passes. The move aims to ease livestock shipments to Denver and reduce burdens on producers while ensuring fair enforcement among Colorado, Nebraska, and surrounding states. Senator Charles D. Green led negotiations to push the agreement through to culmination.
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Nebraska
Denver
Nebraska Panhandle
Colorado Capitol
Colorado
Mays
Mayo
R. C. Jackson
Western Ice and Storage Company
West
Ackson
Charles D. Green
Sidney
Green
Green Defends University Salary Reductions in Statement
A public statement defends university salary cuts as temporary and tied to state conditions. It notes a 10 percent reduction on earnings above 1600 dollars, preserves the first thousand of each salary, and cites irregularities in the list while arguing the overall impact remains not ruinous.
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Green
Secord
Committee Pursues Aid Through Knowledge of State Conditions
A committee aims to help by applying knowledge of current state conditions. The note suggests a focus on informed action to assist, relying on up to date data and expert insight to guide decisions.
Exemption Bill Fails to Pass in Face of Western Nebraska Lobby
Senator Green laments that the exemption bill, reshaped by votes and lobbying, would only apply where counties approve it, effectively killing the measure. Senator Nee land notes that large western Nebraska farms require power machinery, making horse farming impractical. The panhandle lobby, strongest yet, pushed hard but could not secure final passage this term.
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Green
Neeland
Nebraska
Sedt
Panhandle
Carpenter Says He Will Make Few Postmaster Appointments
Congressman Terry Carpenter of the fifth district states he will select a limited number of postmasters. He will delegate to county democratic central committees to hold general meetings where candidates are examined and debated. All precinct committeemen and committeewomen vote, with a majority deciding who passes and is recommended, and only Democrats will be considered for four years.
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Terry Carpenter
Democratic Central Committee
Carpenter
Nebraska congressmen urge legislature to legalize beer
Three Nebraska congressmen led a push toward legalizing beer in the state. Representatives Edward Burke of Omaha Edgar Howard of Columbus and fellow Kansan Terry Wee urged the legislature to pass a bill legalizing beer amid rising statewide sentiment.
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Nebraska
Edward R. Burke
Omaha
Edgar Howard
Columbus
Ena Terry Wee
Nebraska Legislature urged to legalize beer production
Carpentier of Scottsbluff sent a message to Nebraska lawmakers urging passage of beer legalization based on President Roosevelt's recommendations. Telegrams to Lt. Gov. Jurgensen and Rep. George O'Malley prompted applause, signaling broad statewide support for beer bills amid a flood of constituent requests.
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Carpentier of
Scottsbluff
Roosevelt
Nebraska
Jurgensen
George O'Malley
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