Sidney Telegraph Editorial Page Details Heritage and Ownership
The Sidney Telegraph, Western Nebraska's oldest paper founded in 1873, is published Monday, Wednesday and Friday. It is an Associated Press associate member and Nebraska Press Association member, serving Cheyenne County from 830 11th Ave Sidney Nebraska.
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Impartial Wheat Referendum Debate Promised by Sidney Telegraph
The Sidney Telegraph pledges fair coverage of the wheat referendum through Letters to the Editor and contributed material. It will publish responsible views from organizations and individuals and may express editorial opinion occasionally, aiming to represent both sides.
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Beermann Challenged on Wheat Support Promises
The editorial blames Congressman Ralph Beermann and Nebraska farm-state lawmakers for irresponsibility over wheat policy. It argues Congress lacks a viable substitute plan if the administration proposal fails and warns farmers against politicians making empty promises before the May 21 wheat referendum.
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Broaden Nebraska Tax Base Won't Deter Industry
The argument that expanding Nebraska's tax base will drive away industry is rejected. The piece cites California and Denver as examples where taxes coexist with growth, asserting industry seeks favorable conditions beyond tax levels and urging thoughtful consideration of income or sales taxes to progress the state.
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Regulation and zoning restraint in communities
The author argues for balanced zoning rules between freedom and law. They note cities without zoning can devolve into chaos, while strict regulation also limits growth. The piece urges restraint and warns against removing zoning entirely to avoid problems.
As Other Editors See It Health bill debated in Congress
The proposed health care bill expands Social Security to cover all beneficiaries, costing estimates from 5.6 billion over four years, with some sources suggesting double that. It faces criticism from AMA News for lowering care quality, hurting private insurance, and increasing government control of medical practice.
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Beermann Warns Nebraska On Wheat Referendum
Rep Ralph Beermann urges a No vote on the wheat referendum arguing Congress will pass a better program after defeat. He claims the opposition’s warnings reflect Democratic leaders in Congress and calls for disclosure of any proposed alternative for Nebraska farmers.
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Tax Cut Move Remains Aimed At Long Term Growth
The piece argues for a 1963 tax revision to spur growth, noting recession risks are easing but urges Congress to pass a tax-cut bill this year. It discusses delaying the effective date to July 1, October 1, or January 1 and supports a clear Tax Revision Act before adjournment.
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God And The Dollar Prompted By Arizona Legislature
A resolution in the Arizona House calls for withdrawing $1 silver certificates lacking In God We Trust. The plan is likely to be ignored by Congress, which in 1955 required the motto on new bills. Existing old bills will circulate for years as higher denomination notes begin bearing the inscription. The piece argues the dollar itself reflects national trust more than the motto.
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A Hot Discovery From Mariner II Near Venus
Mariner II reports Venus beneath its clouds shows temperatures of 800 degrees or more, far above lead melting point. The find challenges the existence of life as known to Earth and prompts reflections on exploration and theology.
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Interior decorator raves over a bottle in Chewelah
A Chewelah interior decorator extols a bottle with evident enthusiasm in a casual Independent item. The anecdote captures a stylish consumer moment tied to local tastemaking and small town charm.
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Nebrasks Redistricting Bill Advances Amid Court Fight
Nebraska's SB 629 would weight area in legislative redistricting and increase unicameral seats from 43 to 49 with shifts for Omaha and Lincoln. Gov Morrison backs it and urged ten year reapportionment, while seven Omaha senators oppose, arguing representation should be by population only and challenging the amendment in federal court. Dog racing bill discussion proceeds with constitutional amendment needed. Sen Reeves vows to oppose legalization.
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Central City
Lawmakers OK Hunting Fishing License Increases
Reeves said the bill sets a minimum six cent tax on wagers and half track breakage. It advances on first reading and directs funds to public hunting and fishing area improvements. The hunting permit rises from 2.50 to 3.50, the fishing license from 2 to 3, and combination permits from 4 to 6.
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Boundary Commission to Meet South Dakota Over Gavins Point Fishery
The Nebraska Boundary Commission plans a May 10 meeting with the South Dakota commission to address the Gavins Point Dam tailwaters fishing rights dispute near Yankton. Nebraska sees limited options regarding a separate dispute with Iowa over private property moved under the 1943 boundary compact. Attorney General Clarence Meyer weighs legal ramifications to determine Nebraska involvement amid Iowa Conservation Commission suits for Missouri River recreation lands.
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Crop research push targets Hastings depot land
Dr. Elvin Frolik dean of the Nebraska College of Agriculture asks the USDA for 640 acres of Hastings Naval Ammunition Depot land for crop research. He expects approval as about 10,236 acres were recently transferred for an animal research program.
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State Education Committee Meets in Lincoln
The Accreditation Committee will hold its annual meeting in Lincoln May 27-28. A major topic is the policy denying accreditation to new Class 6 rural school districts. Earlier the state board asked for a review after the Nebraska School Improvement Association urged rescission.
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State Board of Education
Nebarska School Improvement Association
Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues Mix in Reading List
A mixed list of crossword clues across and down with numbers and cryptic phrases, including entries like Soapstone, October birthstone, Sail yank Scotch, and several terse hints for a varied grid. The page compiles both across and down hints, some with apparent typos and partial phrases.
Two Sparrows Build Nest Amid Wind and Urgency
A narrator observes two sparrows tirelessly constructing a nest in a tree despite wind and cold. The piece contrasts their steady teamwork with human ambitions, reflecting on instinct, planning, and the pursuit of security and harmony.
Hemingford Chamber Seeks New President After Mills Resigns
Hemingford Chamber of Commerce struggles to fill the president post after Dr. Harry Mills resigns. Vice President George Osborne says no volunteers yet. Two board positions are open to replace Mills and Glenn Shetler while focus shifts to county fair entertainment and distributed event chairmanships.
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Hemingford
Little Britches Rodeo Parade and Dance Planned
The Little Britches Rodeo Association in Chadron announces a parade on Saturday June 29 at 12 30 p m and a public dance on Friday June 28 the opening day of the two day state rodeo Dwain Rish is named parade chairman bands are being arranged and contestants will gain free admission for the rodeo Queen contestants will follow three contest courses drawn at the meeting.
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Little Britches Rodeo Association
Little Britches
Dwain Rish
Chadron Teacher Tapped for Woods Fellowship
Nell C. Thome pson, English instructor at CSTC Campus School in Chadron, earned one of 24 Woods Fellowships to study this summer at the University of Nebraska English Curriculum Institute. She will gain University credit under ENGLISH department staff guidance as Nebraska schools seek major English teaching reforms.
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University of Nebraska
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Nebraska
Rushville Man Fatally Struck By Freight Train
Rushville authorities identified the victim as William Eagle Bull about 30 of Wounded Knee in the incident 30 yards west of the Rushville depot. Engineer Pete Wilson said he could not stop the train in time. Mayor A Z Johnson said Eagle Bull was likely asleep as two companions were nearby.
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Trailside Museum at Fort Robinson Opens May 1
The University of Nebraska Trailside Museum at Fort Robinson will open May 1 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily including Sundays and holidays. Curator Ivan Burr says it will be part of the University of Nebraska State Museum under Dr. C Bertrand Schultz with fossils on display tracing vertebrate life from the Age of Dinosaurs to today. Sam Boulmetis, a leading rider at Maryland tracks, serves as president of the Jockeys Guild.
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