Sidney to host teachers convention in western Nebraska
Sidney will welcome 1000 to 1500 educators for the annual 6th district convention of the Nebraska State Educational Assn known as the teachers convention. The event will span at least three days and may exceed Sidney's standard lodging capacity. Residents are urged to offer extra rooms, with registrations at the Chamber of Commerce via phone 2800.
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Sidney
Nebraska State Educational Assn
Nebraska
Scottsbluff
Alliance
Chadron
Chamber of Commerce
No Time For Hysteria On Space Race Spending
The piece argues against panic over space race costs and urges restraint on defense and space budgets. It credits President Eisenhower for steady leadership, warns against bankrupting the economy, and cautions that overreaching could harm national security and progress.
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United States Defense Organization
Eisenhower
America
Tribute to the Volunteer Fireman During Fire Prevention Week
The piece honors volunteer firemen for their year round service to protect property and lives. It notes their diverse backgrounds, training, and selfless commitment, urging respect rather than ridicule for the ax bearing fire fighters who face danger nightly.
Public Opinion Split on Right to Work Laws
A recent American Institute of Public Opinion survey shows 66 percent favor right to work, while 22 percent oppose and the rest undecided. In the East industrialized region, support stands at 33 percent with 70 percent against and -7 percent undecided.
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American Institute of Public Opinion
East
Costs of Research and Living Rise Amid Economic Strain
The piece argues research costs are rising with seven billion dollars spent yearly and two-thirds of lab projects failing. It links high military and domestic budgets to the broader cost of living and questions whether the affluent life will lead to bankruptcy, urging economists to face facts soon.
Morning woes hit the paper office today
In a rough hour the staff faced three critics: readers saying rates are too high and the paper robs the public, others urging policy changes, and some noting there is nothing in the issue worth reading. The line ends with a grim Paul Harvey quip about nothing turning out all right.
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Paul Harvey
Governor backs park funding to boost Nebraska scenery
Our State Parks praises Gov. Victor Anderson for support of notable park system improvements. He envisions modest, targeted appropriations to develop Nebraska parks and recreation grounds, urging timely action during a potential third term. The piece urges tourists to explore side trips off highways to enjoy the state’s outdoor life.
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Victor Anderson
Nebraska State Park
Nebraska
As The Farmer Goes: Rainboost for Western Nebraska Wheat
Generous rainfall benefits the western Nebraska winter wheat crop seeded last month. The wheat is progressing and heading toward the dormant stage with ample moisture, promising a strong spring. Sidney trade area hopeful that farmers' fortunes drive local business.
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Nebraska
Sidney
Colleges Are Too Cheap Says Fortune Writer
Herbert Solow argues colleges are underfunded as tuition remains low while costs rise. He cites a three million student body and a $3 billion teaching budget that he claims will double by 1970, urging larger gifts, greater efficiency, and higher fees.
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Fortune
Herbert Solow
The Caboose Through Time and Change
The author argues change is inevitable yet the railroad caboose remains strikingly unchanged from his boyhood. He recalls a squat camel-backed car at train ends, noting its role for conductors while lamenting missed innovations and suggesting a new design influence from Raymond Loewy. He calls for a fresh, attractive caboose to match modern railroading progress.
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Raymond Loewy
The caboose as the poor man's home liner debate
A reflective piece argues small, everyday railcar features deserve attention. It contemplates the caboose role in rail travel and implies neglect of minor labor and passenger concerns.
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Caboose
How to repair plaster cracks and holes step by step
Instructions explain patching plaster with dampened openings, smoothing patches with a wet cloth, and undercutting large breaks. After initial set, fill to one eighth inch, then seal with glue size or shellac to reduce paint absorption. Also cautions against premature mixing and air exposure, and notes Caspian Sea size, New Jersey fog burns, and Francis Hopkinson as a signer and songwriter.
Word Puzzle Across and Down Solve
A compact crossword style prompt listing across and down clues from 1 to 49 with various wordplay hints. Includes entries like Greens vagabond instant unknits torn asunder stir up employ rescued eccentric piece network went ahead gem Eucharistic plate smart rely etc.
Polio cases and local notices from Cheyenne County
Five years ago Dunbar Drilling Co may have a state school land discovery near Gurley. A Cheyenne County child and another resident were treated for bulbar polio, with several tested polio negative. Local promotions support Sidney High School Band Day. Residents undertake travels, weddings, anniversaries, and trips to various states and locales, including European tours and West Coast visits.
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Dunbar Drilling Co
Cheyenne County
Gurley
Scottsbluff
Terry Mac Pfay
Merle Pfau
Bill Rezac
Sidney
Butney
Kenneth Mitchell
Dix
The Potter Review to suspend publication this week
Publisher Herbert Stevens announced The Potter Review will suspend publication with this week’s issue. Stevens plans to keep his job printing plant running until he becomes county treasurer in January. The note signals tighter local newspaper options as nearby towns maintain limited papers.
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Potter Review
Herbert Stevens
Telegraph
Stevens
Lodgepole Express
Sidney
Telegraph Publishing Company
The
Telegraph News
Nebraska
Hitler
Beatrice
D. R. Campbell
C. J. Olson
Delmer
San Francisco
Ray Babcock
Portland
Ore
Bruce Clausen
Gerald Clausen
Clausen
Henry Yowell
Fort Belvoir
Virginia
Army
Closman wins Big Springs golf tourney with medalist score
25 years ago Jay Closman clinched the Big Springs invitation by posting 35 on the first nine and beating three North Platte players across three nine hole rounds. Also Sunday the Yankees routed the Cubs 13 6 to win the 1932 diamond classic. John A Bentley Nebraska Colorado land dealer dies at 56 in Sidney from a stroke suffered near midnight Tuesday.
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Jay Closman
Big Springs
Harold Thomas Fractures Wrist In Sidney Incident
Harold Thomas, son of H P Thomas, suffered a compound fracture above the right wrist when he and another boy ran and Harold fell near the south edge of Sidney. X-ray contact showed the bones protruding as the hand bent back toward the wrist.
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Harold Thomas
H. P. Thomas
Harold
Sidney
L. R. Barlow
Cheyenne County
Barlow
New York Giants
A S. Hardy
Commercial Hotel
Harry Mantor
Sidney Nicely
Lodgepole
Mantor
J. B. Byars
Osborn Building
Clayton Parks
Long Beach
Calif
Laramie
Los Angeles
Paul Collart
Gurley
Bess Gearhart Morrison
Lincoln
Scanlon
Davoren
Magee
Little Son
Ambrose
James Davoren
Peetz
Treinen
Wassem
California
Guam Island
Asia
Guam
Sam
Frank X. Rihn
Fred Griffith
Cuber
J. W. Green
South
Omaha
T. O’boy
Brockton
Massachusetts
Miles Home
Farmers Bring In Two Big Toads Of Potatoes
55 years ago J R Birdwell and Fred Hart brought in two large sacks of potatoes from their farms on a Tuesday, highlighting a bountiful yield for the season.
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J R. Birdwell
Fred Hart
Complaints Over Private Use of Fire Department Equipment
A local issue complains about private use of fire department hose and gear. The chief engineer is urged to ensure equipment stays in the engine house. Also noted are sightings of four mountain lions near Water Hole ranch north of town, and that Jay Gould will tour the U P Railway through Sidney. Vennor warns of a big snow storm this month. I Rubel returns from the East to Sidney amid greetings. Campion Mayfield arrives at White River stock owner and ranch plans.
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Water Hole Ranch
Jay Gould
U. P
Sidney
Vennors
I. Rubel
Campion Mayfield Esq
White River
Rancho
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