Sidney Telegraph Editorial Page Spotlight
The Sidney Telegraph, Western Nebraska’s oldest newspaper founded in 1873, reports on editorial viewpoints. Published by Telegraph Printing Co. in Sidney, Nebraska, it serves Cheyenne County and AP Associated Press associates.
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Western Nebraska
The
Associated Press
Nebraska Press. Assn
Cheyenne County
Sidney Telegraph
the Telegraph Printing Co., Inc
11Th Ave
Sidney
Nebraska
Wheat referendum debated as farmers seek surplus solution
The piece outlines the wheat surplus issue and two paths: government controls or free market adjustment. It notes production outpacing consumption, the risks for farmers if prices fall, and argues a collective approach over pure competition. Governor William Guy of North Dakota endorses voting yes on May 21 to cooperate in solving the surplus.
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William Guy
North Dakota
America
Senseless Legislation Targets Tourist Stamps Tax Idea
An opinion condemns a Nebraska bill to sell tourist stamps at motels and eateries to fund tourist promotion. The piece argues for a broad sales and income tax to spread the tax burden, criticizing the Legislature for easy targeted levies and calls for statewide tax reform.
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Nebraska
Argentine Beef Supplants Local Meat in School Lunches
A Cheyenne County farmer complains that Argentine beef is used in school lunch packs distributed by the Department of Agriculture, noting the U S buys large amounts of foreign meat yearly and soldiers abroad eat Argentine beef. He argues U S cattle should be preferred when supply is ample. The piece questions balance of trade explanations and calls for favoring U S beef.
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Cheyenne County
Department of Agriculure
United States
Washington
U.S
Why being dull means being well adjusted in life
A psychiatrist notes that some normal young housewives appear content and well adjusted while others view life as dull. The piece argues dullness may reflect lack of effort to seek excitement, not true unhappiness, and that contentment need not equal inertness.
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Jules S. Golden
Albany
N. Y
Editor backs George Gerdes support for wheat referendum
The article reports State Senator George Gerdes urging a yes vote in the May 21 wheat referendum. He rebuts opponents who label the issue freedom, notes two thirds farmer voting requirements, and promotes the Certificate Plan to reduce costs and align supply with demand. The piece argues surplus removal over four years will shift taxpayers’ burden and stabilize prices.
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George Gerdes
Washington
Gerdes
Kennedy-Freeman
Beef Imports A Threat to U S Cattle Market
The Nebraska Farmer notes beef imports could harm the domestic market as 10 percent of December meat supply came from imports amid falling fed beef prices. Australia and New Zealand led with about 732 million pounds in 1962, followed by Canada Ireland Argentina Mexico and Poland. Livestock groups urged quick legislative remedies and stronger producer unity.
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Live Stock
Australia
New Zealand
USA
Canada
Ireland
Argentina
Mexico
Poland
Morrison And Biegert The Winnahs In Nebraska Row
The Nemoistic faction fights inside the Nebraska Democratic party shake up the state committee in Omaha. Gov Ralph Morrison gains titular leadership but must unite factions, recruit qualified candidates, and convert personal popularity into party strength to field competitive statewide contenders.
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Morrison and Biegert
Winnahs
Nebraska State Journal
Nemoistic Party of
Nebraska
Ralph Brooks
Boyle
Morrison Fnions
Domormatte State Central
Omaha
Central Committee
Tr Action
Wth
Democratic Party
Morrison
Democrats
Battle In Birmingham
The National Observer reports snarling police dogs attacking Negro youths in Birmingham Alabama last week. Negro leaders organized the marchers and claimed whites broke desegregation promises. Police say they acted to maintain peace, while the scene is described as a symbol of racial malice and public irresponsibility.
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Birmingham
Ala
Nebraska Retail Sales Steady in March with Modest Gains
The May 1946 Business In Nebraska bulletin from the University of Nebraska’s Bureau of Business Research shows Nebraska retail sales up 0.8 percent from a year ago and a 0.3 percent rise from the prior month. South Sioux City leads gains at 14.3 percent, Chadron at 11.1, with building material stores up 10.0 and variety stores 8.7 percent.
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Nebraska
University of Nebraska
Bureau of Business Research
the Bulletin
South Sioux City
Chadron
Norfolk
Broken Bow
Grand Island
Hastings
Kearney
Fair
The 35 Hour Week Idea Debate
Advocates of the so called 35 hour week would be rare if it meant only 35 hours of work per week with no overtime at premium rates.
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Dillon
D. C
Herald
Hook To Jaw Season Turns Anglers Toward Big Fish
In Sykesville Pennsylvania the Post Dispatch notes anglers across weight classes seek the hook to jaw this season as they pursue larger catches and season excitement.
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Sykesville, Pa
Post Dispatch
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Syria
Bell System
U. S
Communications Workers of America
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