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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1928
Page
5
A series of Q and A responses from Dr X, a mystery figure at a U S theater engagement, addresses readers’ personal concerns. Answers cover marriage, finances, travel, property, health, and employment with brief predictions and advice.
In an adjoining town S H predicts health gains with continued treatments. A L T foresees January 1930 events. N E T warns of no recovery. E R sees a two year horizon. C E J notes cows butchered and sold. E W and E X address trust and suspicions. G D hints at location change.
A Chicago man used corn whisky to induce a hallucinatory show in Altoona Kansas. He rented a room and opened a museum with reptiles and animals in assorted colors. Patrons paid 35 cents admission to see an empty room. A policeman would arrest him but the man bribed him with a drink and the officer received three hundred dollars for a half interest in the show.
Executive board meeting at Mrs. Grabill home elects new committee chairs. Mrs. J. R. Haber and Mrs. Sam Fine win seats as members at large on the board. W. P. Miles relocates office to 1140 16th Ave near the court.
The Scottsbluff Bearcats erased a 6 0 halftime deficit to defeat the Sidney Maroons 25 6 in a hard fought conference game. Key scoring came in the third and fourth quarters with Humphries, Skinner, Henderson, and Pickett contributing. Scottsbluff earns third place while Sidney drops to fourth as Chappell and Gering lead the race.
St. Patrick's academy will host a practice game with Sundl on the academy court Thursday evening. Coach Mitchell says the squad, with lettermen back, is in good shape for a winning season. Captain Goedert, Delaney, Foley, Rush, Quinn, Reisdorff and Patrowski are practicing. Sunol placed runner-up at state last year and Oshkosh, after a 20 to 5 defeat, may supply a strong lineup this year. A good game is expected Thursday.
Chappell defeated Lodge Pole 14 to 0 to stay atop the western conference standings while Gering, still undefeated with one tie, beat Torrington in a non conference game. Scottsbluff rose to third by beating Sidney, leaving Sidney in fourth. Thanksgiving Day clash with Sidney could decide the title if Chappell loses. Bayard upset Mitchell 6 to 0 for its first win.
The Sidney town basketball team opens its cage season Friday night against Dalton on the Dalton court. Key players listed include Mitchell, G Francis, O Williams, M Francis, W Thomas, E Witters, Campbell, Carper, with Coach Black. New crimson suits arrive as business men support the effort and a strong schedule promises fine winter entertainment.
Toledo Ohio November 19 The Willys Overland company posts nine month net profits of 8 557 399 21 after charges but before federal taxes for the year ending September 30 indicating a new high in annual earnings and business volume The third quarter earnings total 2 146 584 after charges but before taxes versus 1 250 631 last year The firm reports record monthly sales and production and strong gains in foreign markets for 1928 in Whippet and Willys Knight lines and an overall near peak year in company history
A set of broadcasts titled Ways of Using Potatoes with Dr Louise Stanley and How Can Farm Taxes be Lowered led by Eric Englund, plus a report on Fewer Farm Fire Losses by David J. Price. These KOA Denver programs air Friday November 23 from 11:15 to 11:30 a.m. local time.
Henry Kaufman of Bayard was found guilty by District Judge E F Carter on a charge connected to owning mash and liquor while out on bail. The judge imposed a $500 fine, costs, and 60 days in county jail. Syracuse city refinanced warrants, raised water rates from 1.25 to 1.50 for 5000 gallons with 20 cents per extra thousand, to keep investments with local capitalists.
Examinations for state teachers certificates will be held at the courthouse in Sidney Cheyenne County Nebraska on Saturday November 24 1928 Gertrude M Nelson county superintendent The morning meal is served with Bluhill Coffee daily.
An advertisement claims Thoxine cures coughs instantly without chloroform or dope. The formula allegedly treats the internal cause, with a quick first swallow relief and safety for all ages, plus sore throat benefits. Available in 35c 60c and $1.00 at Bassett's and other drug stores.
United States Department of Agriculture weekly noon radio programs review markets for swine and vegetables, farm management, science work, and dairying. Guest Dean F B Mumford of Missouri discusses Finding Farm Facts during broadcasts from Washington with NRB network.
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