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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1968
Page
1
Firefighters battled a blaze at the Stramit Corp building in Dalton as hundreds of gallons were poured on the all metal structure. A welding torch blamed for starting the fire. Dean Hiner, production manager, said damage could not be estimated as the interior remained too hot to enter.
A fire damaged the Stramit Corp building in Dalton shortly before noon when welding on a broken tool ignited loose straw on a conveyor. Four workers escaped unharmed as fire units from Dalton and Sidney fought the blaze. most panels inside the all metal structure were destroyed. The plant, a major local industry, remains under evaluation for salvage and continued operations.
A snow and rain storm moved through Cheyenne County and western Nebraska and northeastern Colorado, aiding newly seeded wheat. Extension agent Ivan Liljegren praised moisture for strong crown root development as temps stayed mild. Reported rainfall ranged around half an inch with localized totals near .8 inch at Sidney Airport.
Cheyenne County dedicates its new 456000 dollar courthouse this Saturday after an open house. P J Heaton Sr Sidney attorney will give the main address. A 9:30 a m open house 1 p m bands from Dalton Gurley Lodgepole and Potter 1 30 p m invocation Rev Max Kors national anthem by massed bands and Boy Scouts flag raising, remarks by county officials, and benediction.
North Platte Judge Norris Chadderdon issued a permanent injunction halting a November 5 general election vote on withdrawing nine of ten counties from the Mid- Plains Vocational- Technical School District. Dr. M. L. Chaloupka of Callaway led a group backing the withdrawal, while the ruling found the State Board of Vocational Education lacked authority due to missing adopted rules for withdrawal petitions.
Cheyenne County averages $1400 in installment debt per family with auto loans making up over 40 percent. Nationwide midyear figures show debt at over one seventh of net income after taxes. About 15 percent of disposable income supports debt payments, with most borrowing for autos, education, and furniture rather than luxuries or vacations.
In Beatrice a York Rite Masonic degree meeting announced Earl W. Schultz of Sidney has been elevated to Eminent Prior the highest office in Sir Galahad Priory No 7 Knights of the York Cross of Honour.
Members of Disabled American Veterans District One meet in Sidney next Sunday October 13 for a district conference. Abbert Martin of Crawford will preside and the main business is electing a new district commander. District communities include Kimball Ogallala North Platte McCook and Sidney.
Local buyers map upcoming sales including Coulter Herefords in Bridgeport on Oct 19 by the Western Nebraska Hereford Assn in Alliance on Nov 11 Tom C Allington and Sons sale in Oshkosh on Nov 18 and On Top Sale in Alliance on Dec 2 3.
Sid ney Public Schools report a year delay in starting a program for the trainable mentally retarded due to a lack of qualified teachers. Superintendent Russell Pedersen cited state authorization and market drain. Board members outlined curriculum reviews and noted upcoming state school board convention attendance.
Lincoln reports wheat and flour shipments totaled 763 million bushels worth 1.28 billion dollars, comprising 38 percent of all US agricultural exports. India bought 216.363 million bushels, Japan 82.243 million, with sales aided by PL 480 programs.
The district court clerk’s office reports juror certificates are prepared for those who served in the July term and may be picked up at the clerk’s office in the courthouse.
Three alarms struck this week as Sidney volunteers battled a fire nine miles south at Bill Badziong’s farm. A garage workshop and chicken house burned, destroying an old tractor and a 1956 Chevrolet, with $3000 damage. Firemen spent about three hours extinguishing the blaze amid high winds and sawdust sparks.
Northwestern Bell Telephone Co. filed with the Nebraska State Railway Commission to expand one and two party service through the Sidney exchange. The plan would extend the Sioux Army Depot area with no rate increases and remove a mileage charge for 55 subscribers. If a hearing is required, the public will be advised.
Albert V. Fehringer of Sidney told police he turned onto Jackson at 4 50 a m Wednesday and struck a pile of bricks in the street. Only minor damage was reported. Drive carefully.
Gene and Robert Goldtrap purchase the former Pioneer Press in Sidney and rename it Goldtrap Printing Co. They bring 18 years of combined print experience. Gene and wife Judy with three children live at 428 14th Ave, while Robert stays with brother Joe Goldtrap, head of the Farmers Home Administration office. The business operates at 1841 Hickory Street.
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