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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1945
Page
2
The editorial urges American Legion veterans from two wars gathering in Sidney to unite for permanent peace. It stresses that veterans who fought in 1918 and later conflict must lead the effort, warning against pacifism and urging strong resolve to influence Washington and end domestic strife.
The war revealed the nation’s appetite as farmers need jobs at good wages to grow and sell as much as possible. If the public earns more, milk consumption and meat intake rise, boosting demand for grains, eggs, poultry, fruits, and vegetables. Rural and urban areas depend on each other. full employment is the solution to sustain food production and purchasing power.
The Civil Aeronautics Authority rejects a new Sidney airport until the 1947 budget is set on July 1, 1946. Nebraska towns already receive CAA allocations and await labor and materials, while Sidney did not seek intervention. CAA surveyed sites near the town amid lease doubts on the current field. Sidney risks losing funds by delaying action.
The article argues that the Civil Aeronautics Administration may not know its exact aims, making expansion of flying services to small towns unlikely soon. It is doubtful residents would support a bond issue to cover the full cost of acquiring property and upgrading facilities.
The Post Office Department seeks Congress approval to sharply raise mail rates and end the county free privilege. A country newspaper argues this harms the community role it plays by knitting neighbors together and reporting on locally shared interests. It says editors, gaining little wealth, rely on good works rather than monetary gain.
Lincoln Journal discusses bolstering Nebraska agriculture through a redesigned state fair. Rev Raymond Walkenhorst of Seward and ex Senator Stanley Matzke urge new emphasis on exhibitors and farm interests. Norfolk News echoes call for returning to original fair purposes and Lincoln groups are urged to seek a comprehensive inquiry.
Mitchell Neb index reports General MacArthur's statement that no more than 200000 troops could be needed to occupy Japan if current plans hold. He also said the draft army could be sent home and the regular army would handle Japan. Washington reaction suggests brass want to keep men in service while Congress may fast track demobilization.
A columnist recalls a crowded Alliance football night where coach Wayne Binfield, nicknamed Binnie, endures intense defeat as Sidney dominates 19 0. Observers describe his futility prone despair, while locals show hospitality and humor amid the harsh scoreline and tough crowd.
Gurley Garden Club met Oct 4 at Mrs Edna Dedrick s home with fifteen members answering roll call by US state nicknames. New members added E Osborn W Cunningham and C Webster Marion Osborn guest Alfred Swanson spoke on Nebraska plant life. Officers elected Norman Swanson president Ernest Nelson vice president Harold Ahlschwede secretary Arthur Rowan treasurer. 1947 program set by Rowan Kallhoff and Lottie Rowan. 1946 committee to prepare program. Lunch served. next meeting first Thursday in November.
The Telegraph Printing Co offers stapling machines and replacement staples in stock. Customers are urged to buy from a supplier with ready access to compatible staples and spare parts.
A New York inventor has developed a secret coating for glass that under certain lighting conditions renders it transparent from one side and a mirror from the opposite side. Viewers from one side can see through, while those on the other see only their own reflection.
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