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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1952
Page
5
Editorial notes Sidney seeks first class city status after a Chamber of Commerce survey found 6 600 residents, just short of the 5 000 census threshold. It cites oil gas and Sioux Ordnance Depot as stable bases and urges attracting new industries while farming remains the key to prosperity.
The Jaycee sponsored T-Man program in traffic safety shows results reporting 135 April violations brought to the violators. The program relies on public cooperation to reduce accidents by informing citizens and encouraging lawful behavior.
The Saturday Evening Post breaks precedent by endorsing General Dwight D. Eisenhower for president. Life, Time, and Collier's are expected to back him as well while The Telegraph remains subdued. The piece argues Eisenhower is the sole Republican winner for November and emphasizes replacing those who fail to restore public confidence and morality.
In eastern Nebraska especially Douglas County, auctions boost tax appropriations to high levels. In western Nebraska, Cheyenne County and others see state yields ten times county returns. The adage about spoils favoring the most populated areas echoes the debate.
A wartime column argues poker remains essential for morale in the Armed Services. It cites historical generals and leaders, warning that replacing poker with bridge or whist signals weakening resolve, and urges Commander-In-Chief Truman to investigate.
A visitor recalls Sidney now a boom town with oil and gas activity, new housing, and a modern headquarters built by The Ohio Oil Company. The city keeps its forward looking schools, funded by strong administration, while growth reshapes its past into a promising future with new elementary facilities and planning efforts.
A Nebraska irrigation focus urges developing 1,2900 acres via small projects to boost soil wealth and control hunger. It cites Sargent Irrigation District Milburn Dam and Niobrara Loup Platte plans awaiting federal action, stressing need for state authorization and timely water on good soil. The Korea War issue is critiqued as Pentagon delays profits and inflation rise, arguing no good war or bad peace and officials tire of governance.
Those who have not sent in contributions to the Cancer drive are asked to do so at once so the drive can be terminated. Payments may be made to Mrs. Marguerite McMillan at The American National Bank or sent to Mrs. Edna Dedrick, drive chairman. The quota is not large and Mrs. Dedrick hopes the goal will be surpassed. Contributions remain voluntary.
A compact grid of crossword clues begins with horizontal entries such as depicted songbird and gets up, then extends to entries like Dawn goddess and those in power. Verticals include proportions and color, with clues covering containers metal and phrases about direction and age.
Juniors hosted the annual Junior Senior Banquet at Dalton High School with an Irish theme. Beverly Bayne welcomed attendees as junior president, Walt Brestel spoke for the seniors, Supt Baumunk gave remarks, and musical numbers featured Elvera Marx, Laura Kopetzky, Amelia Van Anne, Jerry Kivett, Kennie Hinman, and a trumpet duet. Kivett was MC. Afterward a prom crowned Richard Van Anne and Lucille Trompke as King and Queen.
Special notice states L C Eggert former Hoover man will repair vacuum cleaners in customers homes with a free inspection. For appointments call Hardy-Clark Furniture Co at phone 5770.
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