Sidney Telegraph editorial page profile
The Sidney Telegraph, western Nebraska's oldest newspaper since 1872, operates as Cheyenne County's official paper. It is an associate AP member and Nebraska Press Association member, published Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays by The Telegraph Printing Co Inc at 830 Lith Ave, Sidney Nebraska.
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Western
Nebraska
Associated Press
Nebraska Press Assn
Cheyenne County
Sidney Telegraph
the Telegraph Printing Co., Inc
Lith Ave
Bidney
Special Session urged to broaden Nebraska tax base
Omaha protests rise as lawmakers debate tax reform. Support grows for a sales tax or a sales income mix to reach nonpayers and ease property tax load. Critics argue the current income tax is ill conceived and a special session is needed to pass a broader, more practical measure. The piece also notes automation reshaping farming and urban employment.
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Omaha
Nebraska
Jules Burbach
Bald headed men win hearts in cheeky confession
A humorous essay argues bald men attract women while the author laments his thinning hair and poor dating record. He recalls college observations of a confident bald fraternity mate, notes shifting fashion trends, and praises bald men as a sturdy breed despite his own lack of charm.
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Missing
Detroit Eyes 11 Million Cars In 1963 boom
A wire service report from Detroit notes around nine million cars already built in 1963 and predicts the 11 million mark by year end. The surge signals continued economic growth but raises concerns about crowded streets and traffic. October sales outpace last year, suggesting next year could top 1965 totals and spur bold action on traffic management.
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Detroit
Desalting Sea Water Seen Soon as Power Cost Falls
Atomic Energy Commission member James T. Ramey said in a radio interview that large scale desalination for electric power will be competitive in this country and worldwide in the next few years and certainly through the 1970s and 1980s. He noted progress despite cost concerns and predicted substantial use well before many expect.
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James T. Ramey
Atomic Energy Commission
Polio Declines Mark Vaccine Era Since 1955
Polio cases in the United States fell sharply after the Salk and Sabin vaccines. Through the first three quarters of 1965, 44 cases were reported, 48 percent fewer than in 1964, with Public Health Service data suggesting 1965 may set a record low.
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The
Health Insurance Institute
United States
Public Health Service
Taxation comparison letter to Nebraska Farmer debated
A reader cites data from Nebraska Farmer editor Marvin Russell and state sources to argue for 1965 farm versus nonfarm property taxes. He notes statewide effects, indirect taxes, and calls the Centennial era fair taxation while urging support for the United Fund in Sidney.
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Marvin Russell
Nebraska Farmer
Cheyenne County
W. L. Ruden
Mr. Russell
Office of the State Tax Commissioner
Department of Agricultural Economics
Nebraska
Milwaukee Prodigy Lori Wagner Named 1966 March of Dimes Child
Five year old Lori Ann Wagner of Milwaukee, born with a crippling spinal defect, is the National March of Dimes Child for 1966. A musical prodigy, she plays piano and many instruments, performs on stage, and has appeared on local television as poster child for the campaign. Her family supports her rehab with daily physical therapy and marches fundraising through the Milwaukee County Chapter, led by her mother.
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Milwaukee
Lori Ann Wagner
Lori
Henry
Skip) Wagner
Wagner
Skip
Milwaukee County
White House
United States
Mary Ellen
The
March of Dimes
Mothers’ March
Wagners
Miss
Lori Wagner
Health Director Speaks at TB Meeting in Omaha
Doctor E A Rogers director Nebraska State Health Department addressed the Nebraska Tuberculosis Association board in Omaha on November 4. He outlined plans to start a tuberculosis control project emphasizing case holding and follow up, the need for a special agent from the U S Public Health Service, and the impact of Medicare and new health programs on state staffing and facilities.
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E. A. Rogers
Nebraska State Department of Health
Nebraska Tuberculosis Assn
Omaha
Nebraska
State Health Department
United States Public Health Service
Rogers
Food Big Bargain In 1965
Bernie Camp explains that food prices rose slowly over 15 years while wages grew sharply, making farm foods a strong bargain. He notes productivity gains, farm value shifts, and the broad social benefit of cheaper food, ending with a U.S. problem statement.
How to Use Excess Food In the Fight for Freedom
A historic Nebraska public notice debates using surplus wheat to aid the war effort. Proponents argue sales to Russia would bring gold, create jobs, and boost U S prestige while opponents warn it strengthens political enemies. Agriculture secretary Freeman notes such sales would signal a propaganda win for the American way of life. The Nebraska Wheat Commission backs sales as does the Nebraska Wheat Growers Association Marketing Division.
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Nebraska
Russia
United States
U. S
Orville Freeman
Nebraska Wheat Commission
Nebraska Wheat Growers Association
Telegraph Printing Co. ad seeks business forms supply
Printing- that's our business. Telegraph Printing Co., Inc. promises to keep offices supplied with business forms and letterheads. Located at 830 - 11th Ave, the ad emphasizes full service printing for business needs.
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Telegraph Printing Co., Inc
Ave
Wheat Reserve To Be Lowered
The US DA Economic Research Service says wheat reserve stocks may drop by at least 70 million bushels in the year ending June 30, 1966, with a beginning carryover of 819 million bushels. Exports are seen at 750 million, with higher totals if July through September pace continues, and feed use is expected to rise as farm prices align with feed grain prices.
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USDA
Economic Research Service
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Sidney
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
America
Nebraska Farmer Lincoln
United Fund
March of Dimes Child
Bernie Camp
Nebraska Farm Bureau Federation
U.S
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