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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1936
Page
8
The Telegraph marks its 64th year, describing itself as an old institution with young ideas. It thanks its readers and patrons, pledges continued modernization, and celebrates the publication’s enduring community of friends and supporters.
Catholic women will convene in October with a banquet to be held at St Patrick's academy. A 50 cent plate charge applies. Attendees are asked to register on arrival and parish representation is hoped for at the annual convention on October 6.
The Inman Flying Circus is booked for next Sunday with wide competition for top money after afternoon trials. Corsolation races feature for recent losers, county amateur finals headline the evening program at 7 15 PM, with eliminations held and a crowning finale anticipated. A Sidney band will play in the afternoon and evening, fireworks cap a week’s events, and fair officials expect crowds over 7500 if weather cooperates.
Authorities hunted a hit and run driver after an 8 year old boy was struck in broad daylight and left in a ditch. Investigators voiced outrage at the driver’s alleged awareness of the harm and said charges would await the boy’s condition.
A gift shop was robbed of watches and rings after items were torn from display counters leaving display disarray noted by staff. Police investigated the theft and reviewed surveillance footage for clues. No injuries reported and a description of suspects was requested from the public.
Rose and Grace McFadden reported a thief ripped a cretenne securing a chair sack and emptied watch cases valued at 25 to 65 dollars each. Police traced possible accomplices, checked for fingerprints, and warned of suspects near the four day celebration and fair grounds.
The 1936 county fair shows a crowded pavilion with horses cattle and poultry displays. A new horse and mule class boosts entries as Dobbie’s comeback mirrors broader livestock strength. Purebred cattle and an eye catching Ayrshire steer draw spectator attention while Cheyenne County remains an important hog producer with growing displays.
Claim Denver Millers blocking rate slice and a Sidney rate of 25 cents could reduce the Julesburg Omaha line from 26 to 22 cents. Between Sidney and Julesburg a one to two cent cut would shift small savings to farmers while railroads bear the impact, Ross says.
Ross notes Denver controls most grain business due to proximity and lower shipping costs. He cites Denver's advantage to the southwest and explains Omaha faces higher costs in that route. He mentions ICC examination and possible formal complaint if no agreement is reached.
The hog raisers showcase spotted animals larger than before as Albin Olson in a wine shirt and ten gallon hat leads race horses onto the track. He keeps busy rounding up owners jockeys and horses to prevent delays between races.
Glen Bales, president of the fair board, entered into the fair spirit early. Tuesday night he swung an ebony cane and looked every bit like the head man at the county fair. He says a county fair is not without its worries.
This year the fair offers ample rides and entertainment. Last year a late cancellation left attendees without rides, embarrassing the committees and fair board as concessions and amusements were scarce.
One of Sidney's handsomest horses is Pal O Mine owned by Howard Schroeder of Carroll Iowa. While Pal O Mine has strong competition for schooling, his striking white color sets him apart in the string.
A county fair scene praises skilled riders and horses. Joe Schad performs aerial work, a Cheyenne county native known for risk. Art Zike’s educated horse act rises to top tier with Frank and Bernice Dean in roping and riding. R P Kepler showcases a ten foot coin. Oklahoma seed grown, it kept growing. Hamburgers and drinks draw crowds at the fairgrounds.
A. K. Anderson of Welcome Farm exhibited four Polled Herefords and won seven ribbons, including grand champion, at the show.
Horse owners loudly debate the merits of their favorites as if a civil war might erupt yet the disagreements stay playful and harmless, with no real trouble arising.
The egg laying season for grasshoppers is in full swing, with hoppers depositing potential dynamite in waste lands stubble fields and fence rows. A state wide adult grasshopper survey completed by the College of Agriculture confirms widespread activity.
O S Bare and Dean Eckhoff of the US Department of Agriculture report heavy hopper infestations in most counties with large species variation. They note early planted rye and wheat may suffer before egg laying ends and anticipate needed poisoning efforts to combat pests. Egg surveys began last week and, after adult survey completion, they plan to forecast next year's risk.
Kimball Nebraska announces readiness to open a medical office opposite drug stores with phone contact at 24. Office offers surgery and hospital accommodations with focus on diseases of the pelvis and rectum.
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