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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1925
Page
16
A humorous column reflects on poetry misattribution to Grabill and notes local gossip from Totter Review. It recalls a mistaken love letter from Sidney high, jokes about high school girls, and comments on the League of Nations stance amid global tension.
The seventy six year old Tommy Ryan declares he never smoked or drank, never danced or kissed, and predicts living to one hundred. Fred Parks contrasts his claims with Brigham Young and Ottoman sultans enjoying whiskers and good times, while Jay Crossman pursues indoor golf amid weather concerns.
Dean Hagemeister was seriously injured by a gun while duck hunting near Lisco on a Friday morning. He was rushed to Scottsbluff hospital after initial treatment in Lisco, with doctors from Scottsbluff and Kimball attending. His condition improved this week, and his family remains at his side as they hope for a full recovery.
W E Barkley of the Lincoln Joint Stock Land Bank summarizes Dr. David Friday's agricultural forecast. He predicts beef prices will rise as cattle stocks tighten, with beef prices high through 1926 and corn dropping to about 70 cents per bushel in late 1925. Farmers urged to market cattle by late 1926 and hold quality breeding stock for 1927 and beyond.
Mrs Artie Smith of Yume Cole visiting her daughter Mrs Allen Lough fell on stone steps at the Englert hotel Tuesday evening and broke her left hip. She was taken to the Lough home by Wm Weber in his car and Dr Winston made her as comfortable as possible. Mrs Smith is past 12 years old and will be unable to use her limb for several months.
A terse Toledo Blade quotation notes the double standard of marriage based on money. It contrasts a woman marrying for money described as spry with a man marrying for money, labeling the latter as also hers. The item reflects witty commentary on social norms surrounding marriage and finance.
An article recounts chapel periods at Kimball High School with Tommy Ryan discussing athletic values and hair styles, Judge Kahl lecturing on force, a football rally, and a class song. It notes a Bible study elective proposed by Rev. Light, to be taught by a town minister, with credits and exams. Freshmen perform an original play about 1930, Ruth plays a piano solo.
The article argues classics cultivate appreciation for the beautiful and good, inspiring continued reading after school. It highlights works like Ivanhoe, Idyls of the King, Silas Marner, Washington and Lincoln speeches, Henry V and Macbeth, and urges diligent study to gain lasting benefit and civic virtue.
The high school mixer in the gym on Tuesday November 3 drew 175 attendees with games contests and vaudeville acts. Freshmen won first in the games while Juniors cleaned up the gym and washed the devices.
The Seniors met on Thursday and chose rings and pins through local dealer Mr Moxton. Some favored red pins while the rest chose rings. Uniforms will be worn and delivery is expected in about four weeks.
The high school participated in the Armistice Day parade on Wednesday November 11.
Sidney dominates Kimball 42 to 0 to remain undefeated at home. Williams leads the offense with multiple touchdowns aided by Griswold and Thomas while Thomas adds a final drop kick. The Maroon and Black outscored opponents 142 to 20 at home, signaling championship potential and setting up crucial next games against Scottschlufft and Chappell.
The student council held its regular meeting in the council room at 11 10 am in November. The secretary will announce the date of each meeting to members. Meetings occur every two weeks and permits allow students to leave class or assembly. Pins were discussed and traffic regulations suggested including marching out of assembly and locker assignments. A new dismissal method assigns each student a locker. The Trail staff expresses confidence in a reliable student council.
Mayor awards Frank Norton the 1925 Philadelphia Guy Award for distinguished service. The 1 year old, praised for his early responsibility, was pinned with the medal by May W. Freeland Kendrick in front of 4000 cheering youngsters. Frank worked two years in a hotel manager’s office, becoming the family breadwinner due to his father's incapacity.
A reflective note urges speaking only with truth and purpose, foretelling that success brings rejoicing. It compares human sympathy to the face that smiles on the glad and shares sorrow with the sorrowful, hinting at continuation on page 8.
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