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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1947
Page
6
The Telegraph in Sidney Nebraska invites reader submissions and sports notes for the local page. Send game summaries standings and team updates to the newspaper for possible publication and standings coverage.
St. Patrick's Academy gridiron squad beat Wauneta Bobcats 18 to 6 on Wauneta field. Peetz scored twice, Kennedy and the Peetz brothers powered a 75 yard drive, and Peelz added a 55 yard punt return setup before a late Wauneta score.
Western Nebraska rifle clubs are invited to a meeting in Scottsbluff next Sunday November 9 to organize a panhandle rifle league. Communities including Sidney Chappell Kimball Harrisburg Crawford Scottsbluff Lyman and others are asked to attend at the Rifle Verge of the Bluffs in the basement of the old Golden Rule store. H E Burchfield of McGrew leads arrangements.
Notice filed in district court Saturday shows Ruby Hecker withdrew a breach of promise suit against Ted Hecker. Plaintiff, represented by A. J. Kinnersley, filed a petition and now dismisses the case.
The Telegraph reports on Senate actions or critiques regarding tegal or a related half size measure, outlining contrasting positions and potential implications for policy or funding. The brief highlights key speakers and procedural moments shaping the debate.
Merle Pfau has devised a new bass plug with hidden hooks that activate only when a fish bites. He dreamed the concept one night and woke with enough memory to develop it, nearing completion and ready for testing.
Oshkosh dominated Sidney 32 to 7 on Friday night led by Dan Trey in the Eagle backfield. The Maroon defense struggled as Oshkosh stretched a big scoring margin while Sidney fought hard but was outplayed and out hustled. Sidney faces Chappell next Tuesday, while the Maroons end their season November 14 against Kimball.
Gering citizens will decide today on bond issues totaling 128000 dollars. The largest item funds water system improvements at 148 thousand, plus 25000 for storm sewers and 25000 for a modern baseball and softball diamond.
The Commercial Bowling League standings show Closman's leading with 16 wins and 8 losses, followed by Yendis 11-13 and Story's 9-18. Last week Closman's and U. P. each had two wins, with So. Divide and WEW and Yendis posting two wins apiece. High team series went to Horn's with 2518, high game to Closman's at 809, and high series to S'mmermean at 459.
Standings show Frontier Music leading with 1167, Elwell's 464, and Sidney Creamery 7 WI Oliver's 3. Frontier Music also tops high team series at 2143 and has 734 in eight games. Individual high: A. Smith 497, high games A. Smith 189, M. Jahr 176, B. Hyde 169, A. Heming 10.
Thomas William Simpson, longtime Logan County pioneer born April 21, 1878 in Iowa, died October 22, 1947 at his Sidney home after months of illness. He married Dora Blanche Pierce in 1914, homesteaded near Sidney, and is survived by his wife, seven brothers, nieces and nephews. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery October 26 with local Masons assisting.
The Telegraph announces new supply of city and county maps priced at $1.50 each. Buyers are urged to secure copies promptly from the newspaper office or authorized dealer locations.
The Sidney BPW club announced results of the Safety Slogan contest led by Verna Robinson with Mildred Strong raising nearly 1000 dollars for safety books. Winners include Lolita McNurlin senior high with The Three B s, Arlene Hiner junior high with Sid Think Live Longer, Marian Armstrong intermediate with Wherever you are Whatever you do Always be careful, Rodney Moore primary with Think safety first. Good ratings were given to several St Patrick's and Eastward students. Books titled Invitation to Live will distribute slogans and winner names to schools and merchants.
Day books and journals are reported as consistently stocked at The Telegraph with steady inventory and displays. The article notes reliable availability and ongoing supply of ledgers and record books for customers.
South America's Quechua people built a long lasting empire with a state language that influenced Peru Bolivia Ecuador and northern Chile. The ruins of Cusco remain a rich Quechua monument to their heritage and history.
A home gardening tip notes a simple method to keep dirt from under nails. Before digging or raking, rub fingers over a soft soap bar to form a barrier. Many find this effective for stain prevention and easier cleaning after weeding gardens.
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