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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1934
Page
6
The event features known racing and demonstration driver Stubbs with a $10,000 cutaway Ford chassis on display. Demonstrations include driving exhibitions at 1, 2:30 and 4 o'clock, plus an evening performance in the show rooms.
Only one protest was filed against the tournament oper ation by Potter delegates. Officials say Potter received more favors than other entrants but the protest was dropped after explanation. Gate receipts were low due to bad weather on opening Sunday, but would have exceeded $1,000 with a normal crowd. The event may become an annual affair, local fans say.
Ward has been filling pivot duties in practice and Mc Cann gets a tackle tryout. The Maroon lineup remains uncertain but a formidable group is forecast to deliver a strong season if injuries and eligibility issues fade away.
Roche Hospital will be dedicated Saturday with a highlight room called the green room fully furnished with top equipment by Robert S. Oberfelder. The room is expected to be unmatched outside exclusive metropolitan hospitals serving a wealthy clientele. Equitable Life Insurance officers Dr L A Dona hoe and J W Johnson remain in the Roche Building.
Sidney boxer Joey Biebl, once a top army battler, is booked to fight Johnny Mack at Scottsbluff Monday night as a highlight of an engaging boxing card. Mack recently defeated Fio Contratto, North Platte valley champion, and Biebl is preparing for a busy night.
Nebraska jobless total reaches 67,812 workers seeking employment through federal re employment service. State Director Francis Cornell cites July activity with 4,928 placed on PWA projects and 1,036 with private employers. Also 4,240 previously unregistered individuals enrolled during the month.
An additional 1,912 persons re registered. Another 8,903 renewed their registrations and were placed in the active file. There were 2,745 visits to various firms made by representatives of the service in an effort to place persons with private employers. Veterans numbering 4,838 are still seeking employment, though 848 were placed during July. New registrations were received from 267 veterans during the month.
The long fought battle between Scottsbluff and Western Public Service over light and power rates ends in a settlement with a slight rate decrease, water pumping settled, and a five year lease of city property to the company. The council unanimously approved the pact reached in conference between Joseph Bowes and rate committee members. The new rate schedule should take effect after the next meter reading, with reductions likely reflected in November bills. a new rate ordinance must be passed by the council.
W C Derrick and state cattle buying staff warn the 7000 head weekly quota may rise as colder weather nears. They expect to purchase up to 270000 more cattle this year amid a forthcoming influx in October as ranchers wean stock. Officials urge sellers to seek best prices while advising against forced sale. County agents may survey future demand.
Elizabeth Williams home economics teacher and Edna Seyfang second and third grade teachers in the north ward were listed in the system last year. Musical selections featured violin solos by J W Cochran and two vocal solos by Mrs. G H Doran. A social hour under Sven Robinson and Hershel Spearow concluded the session. Membership chairman Dave Els reported nearly 100 paid members on day one of the drive which will continue to reach all Sidney school parents.
The Presbyterian Circle presents a Tom Thumb wedding and parade of wedding gowns tonight at the auditorium. Community members invited to attend this themed event featuring miniature gowns and a ceremonial wedding procession.
Ames seeks a federal trial under a law punishing transport of a stolen car between states. Schulzz expects extradition to Eaton for trial. Officers arrested Ames Sunday here after hitchhikers alerted Pine Bluffs station and Sidney, Sheldon, and Rogers awaiting the stolen vehicle.
Wheat stealing worries farmers as values rise from below fifty cents to around ninety cents per bushel. Gustin pleads not guilty to stealing wheat from Charles Munshaw, admitting some wheat from his stepfather. A 200 bushel loss from Frank Rowan’s farm is reported, with no arrests yet. Deputy Sheriff Clark’s visit adds uncertainty to the investigations. Schulz and Clark previously helped break up farm produce rings.
The mercury fell toward midafternoon Thursday and radio reports forecast more snow at noon. Old timers claim the early snow confirms a long severe winter, with already substantial snowfall in the mountains. Merchants report shoppers buying winter goods as the season begins.
Shoppers moved winter clothing blankets cotton batts and seasonal items steadily yesterday as traders reported strong business for the first time this year. Farmers felt hopeful the long dry spell might end with moisture expected later in the week according to government forecasts. A falling barometer Wednesday warned of the change while many housewives used home barometers to predict moisture and aching feet on Wednesday were seen as signs.
City and chamber of commerce sponsor a safety drive to keep cars off busy streets. Over a hundred participants plan to leave vehicles idle, freeing about 150 parking stalls for customers and visitors.
Following last week’s tri state tourney, sponsors handed out prizes including a silver trophy to the winning club Chappell, gold baseballs for all star team members led by Jackson Oshkosh, and a set of leading honors to Nash Sidney Reader Potter Bushong Sidney Subry Potter Marlatt Sidney Hornby Chappell. Other awards included Kodak to Sidney Drug, shoes from Cressey Central, shaving sets from Western Drug, and cigaret lighters from Gift Shop plus an inner tube from Joe A Gibson and cigarets from Joe Simodynes for notable plays and first perfect batting average.
The list names players and shops tied to awards such as most stolen bases for McKelvey and most runs batted in for Kirby both of Fort Warren. Other katties include leading home run hitter Kirby and pitcher Tolliver with most strikeouts. Items like shirts, pipe, and two neckties are tied to sponsors Hepner, Greenlees, Gar rett Drug, Gamble store, Roy Liggett, and Sidney Sweet shop. To win, a player must be a team member competing for prize money.
Mrs Pearoparus and Mrs Hawkins along with Mrs Sparks attended a Hi Lo bridge party at Glen Hedgecock's home. Edwin Blanke Evelyn Blanke Ruth Sparks visit Fillmore county. Paul Schultz returns to Stanton after three weeks with Fred Kettler family. Harold Kettler Rosetta Seimers join them nearby. Clara Leroy Lucile Glanz with Henry Glanz family. J A Chean hosts a party dance. C B Kinton hosts dinner with Ed Brockersby T C Spiker A L Cruise family. George Rippe attended Sidney ball game. Jack Rathbun hosts for J A Sparks family. Otto Kurz motor trip.
Mr and Mrs O L Miller called at the Mike Schwartz home Sunday afternoon Mrs Ed Lipke and daughters Margaret and Dorothy attended the show Sunday afternoon Mr and Mrs Fred Seimers entertained at dinner Sunday evening for the Fred Kettler family Henry Glant is helping Claude Sparks with field work a few days Floyd and Ross Bayne are now enrolled at district 77 school
Leitha Devier reports locals sharing Sunday calls at multiple homes including the Devier, Rathman, and Yowell households. Visitors include Madeline Keetch, Hazel Munshaw, Virginia Lee Devier, and Geraldine Larsen. Listings note 85 white faced ewes and several bucks for sale by Larsen Brothers in Potter Nebraska.
Elite Hat Shop reports a large shipment of the latest styles and materials arriving. Hats with style offered at popular prices with proper sizing and fitting for all customers.
Charming youngsters and Sidney's most beautiful young ladies will be seen in the wedding gown parade and Tom Thumb wedding tonight at the auditorium. Don’t miss it.
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