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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1933
Page
8
Bankers report on corn shows little change from October, with grain prices notably lower than mid September. Hog and hay prices edge up slightly, eggs gain about five cents per dozen seasonally, lambs and butterfat flat, while other farm commodity prices decline and cholera prevalence remains low.
The local school district announces a new report card and grading type this year. A key to the lettering will appear on each card so parents can interpret the system. The change coincides with printing new cards, avoiding extra expense. Students fear the shift may end the era of the straight A star pupils, many of whom have graduated. Liebendorfer is away this week and unavailable for comment.
The document outlines the retail code provisions including re employment terms, ability for towns to opt out, and to establish bodies to handle complaints about price rises. Drug provisions were revised removing strict price discount limits and separate trade authority granted. Some penalties on prison labor goods and company store scripts suspended for 90 days and until March 1 respectively. Hours rules permit three schedules with a 48 hour week and 63 hours maximum, and consecutive work hours with short breaks.
Mrs Edgar Anderson visited the Emil Tank home Thursday afternoon. Several families and relatives gathered Saturday at Chappell and at various homes including Sam Wickstrom and Herbert Johnson. Birthdays for Ralph Anderson and Lester Johnson were celebrated, with many relatives attending meals and dinners through Sunday.
State Engineer Cochran announced that district engineers may proceed with the $1,300,000 feeder road program. Minimum wages are 40 cents an hour for unskilled labor and 60 cents for skilled labor. Cochran denied reports of 25,000 to 30,000 workers and said about 4,000 are expected. An audit found no 18 workers quitting near Sidney over pay, but a payroll error affected others including paint crews west of Sidney.
Lodge Pole high school captured the Little Ten Conference title by defeating Potter 19 to 0 on Wednesday. A blocked punt sparked the win as Minshall punched across early, with Wise and Orr added late touchdowns. Mayer led Potter’s passing and strong line play, while Lodge Pole finished their conference schedule and planned non league games to close the season.
A 28 cent per bushel processing tax on corn was fixed Tuesday by Secretary Wallace with President Roosevelt approved. Effective November 5, the levy funds production control for corn and hogs, targeting parity price and potential surplus concerns to be reviewed at a November 2 Washington hearing.
Officials expect 100 to 200 million dollars quickly under the corn loan policy announced by Secretary Wallace after a Roosevelt conference. Loans through the Commodity Credit Corporation and Reconversion Finance Corporation require corn warehoused and sealed on farms in states with a farm warehouse act. Five states Iowa Illinois Minnesota South Dakota Kansas qualify. Nebraska may hold a special session to qualify.
Farmers Zwicki offers top market price for fresh eggs from local producers. Payments based on current market rates with prompt pickup and reliable service.
The Home Owners Loan Corporation Scottsbluff branch reports rapid progress in closing approved home loan applications. About 500 files totaling $900,000 are on hand with over half approved and appraisals underway. Borrowers must file abstracts for title examination. notices urge distressed homeowners to contact local representatives or the Scottsbluff district office for relief before winter.
The allotment committee faces delays as protest figures and allocations on production and acreage prove larger than expected. Officials say the bulk of appeals reflect applicant claims, not errors by the committee or newspapers. Money should be available within six weeks, with contracts soon to be signed.
The Maroons face Alliance in a pivotal conference game as key players McCleneghan Stewart and Son grapple with injuries and personal setbacks. Alliance halted Chappell 37 to 0 last week, while Maroons hope for an upset despite limited home support and a shaky forward line.
Attend the Catholic bazaar November 7 and 8 at St Patrick's auditorium. Enjoy excellent dinners each evening, dancing, games, and fancy work. Proceeds support church activities and community programs.
Farmers report numerous federal loan approvals but checks arrive slowly. Some seek maximum loan amounts to cover obligations as land bank officials reduce figures. Critics blame mis management of farming issues and urge a foreclosure pause on pending loans to prevent losses before autumn court terms.
The Nebraska district teachers convention in Scottsbluff features President Viola B. Shepherd of Bridgeport presiding at the Egyptian theatre and high School division with H. R. Partridge of Alliance at the Orpheum. Notable sessions include remarks by Branch Rickey of the St. Louis Cardinals on athletics in education and a solo by Theodore Diers amid My Nebraska praise.
The report details a Wednesday surge in grain values at the Chicago pit driven by a monetary program. Liverpool prices for October wheat traded around 65 cents a bushel in U S money, while No 2 Manitoba wheat at Liverpool stood near 77 cents, a spread larger than Canada Liverpool ocean freight. A Chicago authority said Liverpool futures lack definite US style contracts, being based on fluctuating samples for British buyers. Corn and other grains drew strength from wheat while a processing tax on corn affected cash markets more than futures. Provisions also rose.
The American Legion outlines plans for an Armistice Day program on Saturday November 11. Local merchants will stay open all day except during morning ceremonies to accommodate farmers who shop on Saturdays. Some merchants considered a small afternoon celebration, but no final plans exist yet. The legion will announce details once the program is finalized.
Congressional action removed Leroy Larson from the race after Terry Carpenter warned he would back any Democrat. Pindell spoke but was not recommended. The committee gave 15 minutes each for final statements, all candidates present except Hine, and voted unanimously in Larson’s favor after private balloting. Larson has been a prominent figure in the race.
The article profiles Mr. Larson a Sidney Cheyenne county figure active in real estate since 1912. Once a music store operator he became president of the Nebraska Land Company and formed land tracts. He supported Democratic ballots mostly, with two exceptions. A committee expected him to assume postmaster in December, pending favorable recommendation. The piece also notes aid allocations to counties, Nebraska’s 1928 electricity output rising 38.7 percent, and a Norris critique of federal policy on Liberty Bonds.
Governor Bryan aligns with Senator Norris on limiting further loans to farmers and homeowners, warning that debt will worsen outcomes for borrowers. He says anti trust laws have been nullified by the NRA and blames organized business groups for price spikes while signaling support for a soldiers bonus paid in currency. The state relief committee last.
Lightweight sale notes list pillow cases 42 inches a pair for 65 cents, pillow tubing fine grade at 25 cents per yard, Delorus Hair Oil and Powder 5 cent value at 10 cents each for Friday and Saturday. D M C Rene Floss three for D M C six strand dark colors skein price not stated.
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