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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1934
Page
6
All creameries in Sidney and other towns have been urged by the national association to cooperate with the government to raise creamery product quality. Instructions advise against producing or delivering cream with curd lumps, clabbered texture, low butterfat, visible foreign matter, improper care, or contaminated containers. Emphasis on proper farm handling and preserving fresh appealing flavor.
W. S. Nicoll of Maytag spoke at Cheyenne County day saying the washing machine industry is recovering with orders flooding in and many delivery delays. He noted housewives have shifted to favor economy and satisfaction in electric washers, citing 60 percent more homes buying washers in 1933 than in 1932.
Federal relief efforts focus on Nebraska amid widespread drought with 56 percent of land affected. Pastures dried, alfalfa cut early, livestock feeding on wheat. Officials warn livestock stocks face dire losses and seek data to plan aid, though immediate relief may be weeks away.
An official warned the current drought will not spike relief rolls immediately but may prevent reductions and, if it persists, could raise the number of people in need by October. He noted drought effects on stock feed and shortages.
Forty five seniors are listed as receiving diplomas in the continuation of page one. The names include Greenwood, Mervil Greenlee, Lois Hardy, Dale Hudson, Carolyn Jones, Edwin Kennedy, Thelma Kraft, Ralph Ladegard, Russell Lanterman, Sam Linch, Rob ert McCleneghan, Hammond McNish, Rob ert Miles, Ida Morris, Lyle Mowrer, Pauline Nelson, Irene Ostermeier, Delores E Pagelar, Agnes Phelps, Rosetta Seimers, Hazel Snyder, Ruth Sparks, Irene Sparks, Helen Tabor, Lavern Thomas, Gordon Tobin, Arvilla Tompkins, Glen Wiagner, and Gwenn Whitney.
Wheat producers with abandoned acreage should ask the community committeeman for a written statement that the wheat was seeded and then abandoned this spring. Those who did not seed 54 percent must fill a waiver form and obtain county allot committee approval before the wheat supervisor checks compliance.
The National Recovery Administration schedules a mass meeting here on May 24. Calfe says progress in smaller communities is hindered by poor organization and lack of interest. NRA emblems circulate nationwide and Williamson will answer questions from employees or employers during his stay. Some confusion over code requirements remains as final approvals are awaited. The NRA plans stricter enforcement and warns employers they may face embarrassment without listening to Williamson’s message.
The discussion notes the Doran Plan as meriting serious consideration in the debate over coinage of silver. It argues that low crop prices fueled agitation for silver currency and proposed changes to the monetary basis, marking a key economic issue of the period.
The piece discusses politics and economics spurring anxiety around the president. It notes wheat prices rising sharply, up to 93 cents on May 11 due to drought, with reactions in Washington. Postmaster General Farley is portrayed as trusting the president will end in a climatic public success.
Farm communities plan to play softball this year and are urged to attend a meeting to arrange entry. A free gate is promised and large crowds are expected at games each night. A tournament is planned for the early fall but too far off to schedule now.
Dust storms in the middle west boost the push to convert marginal plow land to grass and legumes. Dr. A J Pieters from the U S department of agriculture notes good sod protects against wind and water erosion and that more land could be left in grass part of the time to reduce soil loss and dust.
Governor Bryan rejects rumors of a presidential offer after Roosevelt backs cutting emergency relief funds for road building. He denies any federal post interest while noting Arthur Mullen may back the move to remove him from the U.S. race.
Bryan dismisses rumors of seeking a federal post as propaganda and insists he has not asked for, expects, or desires an appointment and has no idea one will be offered. He calls the claim groundless and part of a campaign to deter him from running for senator.
Mrs Ed Miles and Mr Lowell Hokom with daughter Delores Elaine spent Tuesday at the John Hokom home. Mrs W T Sharman and Mrs Ed Miles visited Mrs Nels Johnson Tuesday afternoon. Ray Frame dined with the R W Johnsons on Wednesday. May 18 Farmers Union meeting at Liberty school house with coffee and cookies. Genevieve Dyke overnight guest at R W Johnsons. Many families shared meals and visits including Spiker Kinton Gade Walker Haworth Spiker birthdays and celebrations.
Uric acid poisoning blamed for neuritis sciatica and rheumatic pain is claimed to be relieved within 48 hours by taking Allenry as directed. The Western Drug Co. and leading druggists endorse it with a money back guarantee if results are not as stated.
A series of social visits and small community gatherings are noted. Daughters and sons visited at the John Hokom and Olson homes on Thursday and Tuesday. Families including Tremain, Forres, Verona, and others enjoyed Friday and Sunday meals and a picnic at Johnsons grave. Attendees included Vern Sharman, Malcolm Johnson, Stanley Elsen, Zellabelle Johnson, Glen Bales, Elmer Gade, Donald Gade, and others across Sidney, Kimball, Pine Bluffs, and surrounding areas.
Harvey Miles called at James Irwin's on Monday afternoon in what appears to be a brief school related contact.
Knights of the Mount Vernon circle met Tuesday with all but one member present. Wayne Livingston was elected president, Eileen Livingston vice president, Keith Sprenger secretary. A special meeting is set for Thursday May 17 to finish unfinished business. Local social items note visits and gatherings from Vern Pearson home to various families and district events.
Mr and Mrs C H Hammond and children hosted dinner at Mrs Anna Reineka while other families gathered for Sunday visits with Lloyd Reineka and Potter friends. Sutton visitors Pete Ackerman en route from Torrington stopped to see his daughter Mrs John Sell. Arvin Livingston handled business at Lorenzo and Sidney. Mrs Hammond attended district 27 school. Upcoming M I C meeting hosted by Mrs Clifford Hammond. Learn beauty culture at North Platte Beauty Academy detailed by address.
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