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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1968
Page
4
The Sidney Telegraph notes a good 1968 crop year in western Nebraska with timely rains healthy fields and minimal pests. It warns about the dark shadow of price problems for wheat and livestock and urges better farmer organizations and stronger advocacy in Washington to protect producers in a complex economy.
The state supported vocational school in Sidney Nebraska grows with a new air frame training class for young men aiming to become airplane mechanics. The program leads growth at the school, which serves post high school students seeking practical skills over a college path.
The text argues President Johnson created a National Water Commission to study efficient use of existing fresh water, augmentation of supplies, weather modification, desalinization of sea water, and pollution reduction over five years. It notes current planning is fragmented and urges coordinated national planning to meet growing demand.
Bernie Camp warns Nebraskans may vote November 1968 to suspend the state income tax, risking altered tax relief and funding for schools and local governments. The piece notes potential court action, tax base changes, and the likelihood of future referendums on tax policy amid a contentious fiscal landscape.
A historical note indicates the post office department ruled that a husband has no control over his wife's correspondence. In a separate item the Sidney Post describes lively festivities at Oberfelder's Danielson's Emporium and a printer's feast hosted by the 4th Cavalry officers.
A writer defends watching Lawrence Welk despite critics and changing TV morals. He recalls Welk’s wholesome image from the 1930s, praises his talent and longevity, and notes the irony of keeping doors locked while enjoying the show. He asserts loyalty to Welk as a stand for decency in entertainment.
An Omaha World Herald opinion column accuses Nebraska Game Commission members of excessive long distance charges on state credit cards. It highlights M. M. Muncie's $401.66 eight month bill and connections to former Missouri officials while questioning the panel’s integrity and purpose.
The Nebraska Farmer argues Nebraskans will choose among keeping the state income tax or replacing it with higher sales, goods, head, or intangibles taxes. If the income tax is repealed voters could drop school aid and homestead exemptions while personal property taxes may be removed. The piece supports keeping the income tax as the simpler option.
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