Discharged Soldiers Can Be Affiliated With Guard Unit
Lincoln Nebraska Veterans and reservists face new rules under the 1948 Selective Service Act. Brig General Guy N Henninger explains reservists may be assigned to active units and, if nearby Guard units exist, may affiliate with the Nebraska National Guard with pay and retirement benefits.
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Lincoln
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Guy N. Henninger
Henninger
ORC
Selective Service System
United States
Henhinger
Nebraska National Guard
Guard
New Mailing Rules Slated For Holidays
Reports from the Sidney post office note heavy Christmas mail with patrons buying stamps early to avoid the crush. Unsealed greeting cards now require two cents and sealed envelopes three cents as rates shift this year.
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Sidney
Handling Christmas Mail to Secure Safe Parcel Delivery
The piece urges accurate stamp use and sender mail stamping during the Christmas rush. It warns that heavy mails fill sacks and risk crushing lighter parcels, so careful wrapping and tying is essential. It cautions against outside tissue wrapping and placing seals on the address side to avoid handling mistakes.
Churches Join In Union Thanksgiving Service
Several Sidney churches unite for their annual Thanksgiving morning service at 10 o clock in the First Methodist Church. Rev Wright Johnson of Christ Episcopal Church will speak, with Rev Henry Monnich reading the Old Testament, Rev Howard Osborne leading prayer, and Rev C L Johnson giving the Benediction. Music will be provided by the combined choirs of the participating churches.
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First Methodist Church
Wright Johnson
Christ Episcopal Church
Henry Monnich
Howard Osborne
C. L. Johnson
Thanksgiving Dances Feature Two Popular Bands Here
Thanksgiving night offers two standout dances at Sidney City Auditorium and Gurley American Legion Hall. Verne Byers orchestra headlines the Sidney event to benefit Kings Daughters charity with $1.20 admission. Al Hudson and his orchestra perform at Gurley Hall with $1.50 men and 50 cents women, tax included.
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Ann Kings Daughters
Sidney City Auditorium
al Hudson
American Legion Hall
Gurley
Nebr
Hybrid Corn Aims to Rebuild Europe's Livestock Industry
American hybrid corn is seen as a major factor in revitalizing the European live stock sector. The statement highlights the potential of improved seed varieties to boost feed efficiency and meat and dairy output across Europe.
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Europe
Kaleidoscope Inspires New Pattern Designs In Textiles
The kaleidoscope, a familiar children's toy, serves a practical role for designers seeking fresh patterns for carpets, wallpaper, and fabrics. It helps reveal repeated geometric motifs and color explorations that inform textile trends and production choices.
Soil Saving Practices and Nebraska Conservation Foundation
The article outlines soil saving methods including crop rotation strip cropping contour farming and terracing. It notes membership in the Nebraska Conservation Foundation with dues from 2 to 50 dollars and lists Sidney attendees A. J. Jorgenson Clyde Johnson and Lee Girardot among delegates at a Scottsbluff meeting.
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Nebraska Conservation Foundation, Inc
Sidney
Scottsbluff
A. J. Jorgenson
Foundation
Clyde Johnson
Cheyenne County
VFW Banquets Set in Lincoln and Scottsbluff
National visiting officers will attend Lincoln and Scottsbluff banquets with noon and evening events. Lincoln reservations via department office. Scottsbluff banquet tickets $1 each, managed by Arnold Kehl. Frank Varrick aims for record attendance. Mrs Monaco led the Cancer Research Fund donating $60,000.
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Lincoln
Department
VFW
Capitol Bldg
Scottsbluff
Arnold Kehl
Frank Varrick
Monaco
VFW Auxiliary Cancer Research Fund
Vet leader Lewis tops major veterans group
Lewis, a 36 year old World War II veteran and B 17 pilot with a Harvard law degree, has pledged support totaling 50 000 in 1949 after earlier cancer work begun in 1947. He also aided the VFW National Home for Children at Eaton Rapids Michigan, becoming the first WWII veteran to reach the highest office of a major vet organization.
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VFW National Home For
Eaton Rapids
Mich
Lewis
Europe
Harvard Law
Plow Site Now For Windbreak In Spring
Earl G. Maxwell of the University of Nebraska urges fall plowing for a spring windbreak, leaving the ground rough to retain moisture. Trees should be planted 20 to 30 feet from old stock, with a row of evergreens set back 30 feet to trap snow and protect other trees. Clark McNary trees are available via county offices, with broadleaf options like elm, Russian mulberry, Russian olive, ash, honey locust, blackberry, boxelder, and cottonwood.
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Earl G. Maxwell
University of Nebraska
Mr. Maxwell
Planting Plans Aim At Timber Mix For Spring Delivery
Mr Maxwell notes inventories of black locust and wild plum, with evergreen options limited to ponderosa and Austrian pine for next spring. Since red cedar is expected in 1951, he suggests reserving space for them when planting other trees.
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Maxwell
Antifreeze Suspected in Tractor Overheating
Antifreeze in the tractor radiator may blame overheating in hot weather. Antifreeze does not cool as efficiently as water.
Hog Feeding Pastures Boost Summer Hog Feeding
Hog feeding pastures play an important part in summer hog feeding, shaping how hog raisers manage forage, nutrition, and cost during the warmer months.
Boston Sleep Trends Show Split Between Twin and Single Beds
A recent survey of Bostonians finds 57 percent favor single beds while 43 percent prefer doubles. The report notes the city’s conservative reputation contrasts with a modern take on bedroom comfort.
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Boston
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