Editorial: Tax cuts unlikely as Sputnik drives spending
The piece argues that tax reductions are dead on arrival due to Sputnik and federal spending. It criticizes Washington for preserving lavish programs across departments, noting experts like Sen. Byrd who suggest savings without harming defense. The author mocks bureaucrats for theorizing about economy without real business experience.
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Sputnik
Washington
Sen. Byrd
Defense Department
Eisenhower
O. K
Call for Nebraska assessor reform urges overhaul of tax system
A Nebraska tax study proposes appointing county assessors rather than electing them but cautions this may not fix issues. The piece argues pay, office conditions, and limited tools impede honest assessments and calls for broader overhauls of the state’s outmoded taxing structure.
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Nebraska
Good Wishes For Dick Herman Leaving The Teleraph
Dick Herman, after three and a half years with The Teleraph news staff, departs for a larger paper to take a more responsible post. A hardworking craftsman, he pursued every fact with dedication, often around the clock, earning respect from Sidney citizens and colleagues who will miss him.
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Dick Herman
Teleraph
Good Ideas Cost Money Column Sparks Space Weapon Feasibility
Columnist Robert S. Allen argues it is now feasible to build a weapon that can destroy missiles in outer space traveling at speeds over 15,000 miles per hour. He notes such a program would cost in the billions and weigh strategic choices.
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Robert S. Allen
Space
Sweet Tooth Chains Drive Candy and Gum Sales Nationwide
Sweet Tooth Candy and gum drive major revenue with food chains projecting about 400 million dollars in sales this year. The strong performance reflects growing demand for confections and breath moppers across retail outlets.
One Crop Control Suggested By Sugar Co. Chief Frank Kemp
Frank Kemp president of The Great Western Sugar Co argues that crop control legislation should be crafted for each individual crop. He supports the current Sugar Act while noting sugar remains a deficit crop and urges tailored federal programs for wheat corn cotton soybeans and other crops. Kemp is a respected farming spokesman and advocates localizing policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Kemp
Great Western Sugar Co
Kemp
United States
Department of Agriculture
France ailing NATO ally and national power
The article criticizes France for political instability and weak reform after World War II. It claims France relies on tourism, lags behind Germany in development, and cannot defend itself against minor threats. It argues the United States should demand stronger commitment from France within NATO.
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France
Germany
NATO
United States
Michigan doctors find voluntary plans valued though costs rise
A Michigan State Medical Society survey of 1,000 people and 60,000 questionnaires shows most residents like voluntary prepaid health plans and would pay more for expanded benefits. Blue Shield holds about two thirds of coverage. respondents overestimate costs, while doctors note fees have not kept pace with rising costs.
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Michigan State Medical Society
Eighly
Michigan
Blue Shield Organization
Blue Shield
Michigan House of Delegates
Flu Wave Strikes America As Asian Flu Spreads
In late October the U S Public Health Service estimated 2 5 million Americans contracted Asian flu. The outbreak was improving in the South while worsening in the North.
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U. S. Public Health Service
South
North
Raft Area Across Word Puzzle Solution
A crossword style clue set with across and down hints including Cotton seeder grasp ocean one spot allude wash for gold section correct final tribe turn aside Colorado dam bear commerce note of the scale bright obliterate weep toward expel ancient Persian learned allotment lateral weather indicator wind instrument deflects overcontr hangmans halter conger bark forest parched down aeriform fluid dessert disregard tuft penitential period toward the stern selenium symbol overture disburse new born lamb conjunction characteristic masculine shore diminish condensed steam a pair wear away resist authority hackneyed obvious separated redact horses neck hair high rate of interest grottoes clamp watch pocket pastured female rabbit thrice prefix furtive tincture of gold end.
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Colorado Dam
Commerce
55 Years Ago Bismarck Range Falls and other rail yard notes
55 years ago an employee in the U P roundhouse slipped on the brick floor of the pump house and broke his right leg. B A Lathrop and assistants placed telephone poles citywide though glass insulators shipments delayed wiring. A new sidewalk was laid in front of the Senate building. Local residents and ranchers, including Tom Quinn and Frank Rezanavia, figure in short notices. The piece also notes snow, coal scarcity, and a dip of cattle at Clara plant.
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Bismarck Range
U. P. Roundhouse
B. A Lathrop
Senate
Thos. Quinn
Clara
Tom
Frank Rezanavia
Telegraph
Frank
South Divide
Nebraska paving Illinois Street and nearby road project
The state of Nebraska through federal aid funds will finance a 20 foot strip of paving on Illinois Street from Ninth Avenue to the east city limits, joining a second 20 foot concrete strip toward the proposed New Union Pacific crossing a mile east of town. Harold Hepner, nine, featured on a radio program from Los Angeles, played piano on KFAC. Mrs Gertrude Herbert and others visited Julesburg with friends. Leroie Gibbons, Johnson Drug pharmacist, returned from a weekend trip to eastern Nebraska.
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Les Gardner
Lincoln
State of
Nebraska
Ilinois Street
Ninth Avenue
Union Pacific
Harold Hepner
A. J. Hepner
California
KFAC
Los Angeles
Gertrude Herbert
Thelma Anthony
J J Meenan
Bessie
Julesburg
Leroie Gibbons
Johnson Drug Company
Fifteen Years Ago Harold Schroeder Birthday News
A slice of local history recounts Harold K Schroeder turning 21 and learning of officer training at Fort Benning. Fathered by Mary Vath and other related youths, the item covers military postings in Panama and Chicago, plus naval cadet sworn-in notices and a statewide blackout plan for Nebraska.
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Harold K. Schroeder
Young Schroeder
Fort Benning
Harold
U. S
Panama Canal Zone
Fred Wath
United States Army
Chicago
Mary Vath
William D Rezac
Aviation Metal Smith
US Naval Station
Corpus Christi
Texas
Ed Liebendorfer
F Liebendorfer
Naval Air Cadets
Nebraska
Telegraph News
George W Morris
Sidney
Sioux Ordnance Depot
Cheyenne County
Raymond J. Fox
Longtime Cheyenne County Judge Barlow W ins Sixth Term
Robert A Barlow was named to his sixth term as Cheyenne County judge, completing twenty years in office amid record votes. The obituary notes Martin W Dimery as a prominent Nebraskan in banking and law, and highlights local wheat champions Floyd Miller and Fred Elmquist. It also covers campaign kickoffs for the county hospital fund drive, Sky Manor housing progress in Sidney, E D Worden’s Union Pacific service honor, and revival efforts for Polka dotted Appaloosa horses.
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Cheyenne
Robert A Barlow
Nebraska
Martin W. Dimery
Hastings
Mr Miller
Elmquist
Sky Manor
Sidney
E. D. Worden
Union Pacific Railroad
Union Pacific
Old Timers Club No. 29
Ike for President echoes from the grass roots in Nebraska
A Nebraska editorial writer criticizes President Eisenhower for snubbing him and sidelining Western perspectives. He urges bold action on space policy and urges Ike to seek grassroots support, while noting personal hurt from past neglect and asking for a personal White House note of reconciliation.
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Ike
Short Grass Country
Outer Space
Conrad Hilton
Bill Zeckendorf
Earth
Mamie
White House
United States
Social Security Check Needs Prior Proof
The article notes changes in the social security law since November 1956 allowing eligible women workers or wives of retired workers to choose benefit ages 62 or 65. It highlights many women visiting offices to apply and preparing by securing expected evidence in advance.
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Secal Security
Required proofs speed payment of benefits
The text explains bringing proper proofs when applying for benefits to speed payments. Acceptable documents include birth or baptismal certificates, census records, insurance policies, marriage proof for spouses, and earnings evidence such as W-2 forms or tax returns. Applications can be filed without proofs but delaying may cost back benefits.
Women join mainstream of business and science in record numbers
More than a third of the population are workers and women's employment averaged about 21 million, a World War II level surpass. Women are entering scientific and technical fields as doctors chemists architects engineers and accountants, showing growing competence and promise for future progress and welfare.
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Alice K. Leopold
United States
Worms
Jence
Arrest Stops Reveal Driver’s Suspended License
In San Diego Officer Leonard Baber stopped Raymond T Camoras, 23, for a minor traffic violation and confronted him as he attempted to eat his suspended license. Camoras claimed his license was suspended a year ago but insisted he must drive a car, while Conroe, Texas deputy sheriff Fred C Bull serves Montgomery County.
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San Diego
Califor
Leonard Baber
Raymond T Camoras
Baber
Camoras
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