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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1946
Page
2
The piece credits Secretary Clinton Anderson for raising ceiling prices on meat against OPA stance. It argues packers pressured OPA to drop controls, causing meat prices to soar and a renewed need for price regulation. It condemns greed in big business and laments broad social impact, urging accountability.
Mayor Dorwart notes city aims to satisfy property owners seeking fifty six foot streets but warns oil street lifespans average about ten years and maintenance or replacement costs fall on taxpayers. Including forty two foot streets could save city money in long run.
The Telegraph urges State Superintendent Wayne Reed to tour the state and explain the proposed school aid measure. It notes uncertainty about the bill and estimates eight million dollars yearly in extra taxes if passed, while arguing Nebraskans deserve a clear, informed explanation from a knowledgeable advocate.
About 300 church leaders from multiple denominations urged President Truman to free 1,500 conscientious objectors still jailed and to restore civil rights to 6,000 men sentenced under the Selective Service Act. The appeal contrasts views on wartime duty and treatment of objectors, with debate over special consideration versus accepting civil consequences of refusal to bear arms.
The piece notes that defective mortar shells caused American casualties and dismisses the Senate War Investigating committee’s claim of a sensational discovery. It argues the real issue is whether contractors knowingly passed faulty munitions to the Army for profit, which would constitute a true sensational charge.
A nationwide shift toward large factories of paper mills and furniture plants moves closer to abundant timber resources. New industries in smaller towns boost payrolls and stimulate local business, signaling economic vitality as spring returns and communities seek growth.
The City Council met in Special Session at 7 30 p m to receive contractor bids for Street Improvement Districts 13 14 15 and 16. Mayor Dorwart presided with Councilmen Hellwig Mahr Christ Logan Pierson present. Spearow absent. After opening bids Inland Construction was considered.
Depot items note Mrs. Walter E. Freeman and family arriving from Tacoma to join Lt. Col. Freeman as new executive officer. Girl Scouts hosted a Sidney Legion Park picnic August 21. Soft Ball League standings listed with teams Ammunition Garage Military Bus Drivers Post Engineers Combat Crew No. 3 Crew No. 13 Security Crew No. 15. Lt. Col. and Mrs. L. E. Limbert of Fort Creek visited Col. Sothern and fished at Ogalala lake. The Telegraph Printing Co. offers stationery and legal-size carbon.
The Omaha city council accepted the bid as read after a roll call vote with Yeas Hellwig Mahr Christ Logan and Pierson and no Nays. The bond from Aetna Casualty and Surety Company Hartford and Inland Construction Company Omaha was also accepted as read. Council adjourned.
The hamper for soiled clothes should be washed several times a year with mild soapsuds and a soft brush. Rinse thoroughly, dry with a towel, and keep in the sun for several hours.
Flower shops in the east will soon offer California potted plants in bloom as air transport lines arrange shipments with growers to move sub tropical plants.
An article lists six fundamental modern dance steps: walking steps, the chasse, waltz, balance, pivot, and tuning steps.
Telegraph Printing Co announces availability of columnar pads from four to thirty six columns and gummed typewriter labels, noting these items are hard to find but in stock.
Mr and Mrs H Rushman express sincere gratitude to all who sent cards flowers letters and gifts during his recent illness.
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