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Good Old Days 08-07-15

Compiled By Delaney Uhrig

These stories from the past first appeared in The Sidney Telegraph. Original writing is preserved, though some stories were shortened for space reasons.

50 Years Ago

'Fashion Show Outstanding As Large Crowd Views Style'

Aug. 9, 1965

The versatility and unlimited selection of fashions for fall available in Sidney was successfully demonstrated Friday afternoon at the Elks Auditorium at two o' clock when the Beta Sigma Phi sorority and the Sidney Telegraph collaborated on the presentation of a fall fashion show, "Back To School."

Eleven Sidney merchants joined hands in presenting the outstanding selection of clothes for children, boys, girls, and women. Displaying fashions were The Lee Store, J.C. Penny's, Snyder's, Fine's, J. M. McDonald, Merrick's Shoe Store, McCoy's Shoe Store, Fashion City, Mode O' Day, Village Togs and Greenlee's Inc.

The Campbell Piano Company provided the organ and Mrs. John Echternach played the organ softly in the background accompanying Mrs. Kay McCumber's professional narration describing the models fashions.

Carpeting on the ramp was furnished by Hardy Clark Furniture and further enabled the "professional" models to present the fashions in a truly professional way.

Almost 500 women witnessed the fashion show which is the first show in which the merchants of Sidney cooperated whole-heartedly to show what they have to offer the shoppers of Sidney and the surrounding communities.

25 Years Ago

'County Fair Heads Into Weekend; Rabbitt Will Perform Tonight'

Aug. 10, 1990

The 1990 Cheyenne County Fair and Rodeo is heading into its really big day, Saturday with the parade, a repeat of the popular kids' pedal pull, barbecue that goes with the $12 ticket book or one can purchase a ticket for that event, and the rodeo. And more.

If you want to shake a governor's hand, tonight's the night. Gov. Kay Orr will be at the fairgrounds to meet and greet from about 6 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sandy Scofield, candidate for Congress from the Third District, is slated to attend the barbecue. Serving begins at 5 p.m. Those who do have ticket books may purchase tickets for the barbecue only. Those tickets will be available at the site.

Tonight country singer Eddie Rabbitt will perform at 7 and 9 p.m. for the second of three major grandstand shows this year.

Sunday, the fair board expects the best crowd in years to turn out for the Marie Osmond show. Starting times will also be 7 and 9 p.m. Betty Braasch, chairwoman of the 1990 Cheyenne County Fair Parade to be held in downtown Sidney Saturday at 10 a.m., said this year's parade will have 37 entries. First, second, and third place awards will be made in four judging categories: commercial, children, organizations, and other.

The parade theme is "Cheyenne County Fair is Happening."

The parade will begin forming on 19th near Jackson. Braasch said that while many participants have submitted entry forms, others who did not are expected and asked to be at 19th and Jackson by 9 a.m., so she can fit them into the parade.

The City of Sidney has warned that vehicle parking will not be allowed in intersections and that police officers will be stationed at the intersections to keep traffic moving. In past years, intersections have often been blocked by vehicles filled with parade spectators.

10 Years Ago

'Council Approves KSID Concert, Honored for 25 Years of News Coverage'

Aug. 11, 2005

At its Aug. 9 meeting, the Sidney City Council granted KSID radio an amplification ordnance exception allowance, honored Sidney Sun-Telegraph reporter Gordon Tustin for covering their board over the past 25 plus years and they amended their contract with Hillside Ventures.

KSID president Susan Ernest requested the noise ordnance exception so the radio station can have an Aug. 25 concert on the driving range of Hillside Golf Course. Performing will be The Drew Davis Band from 8 to 10 that evening and noise from the concert could be in violation of a city code.

Councilmen were very concerned about the event and asked Ernest many questions, yet they became convinced about the importance of the event unanimously approved the measure, pending the approval of their liability insurance company.

"It sounds like a good deal deal to me – pending the insurance company requirement," said Councilman Wendall Gaston.

Gaston in fact was the one who motioned the board for the approval of the matter, while Marvin Filsinger presented a second.

After the measure was approved, Sidney Mayor Dave Weiderspon, looked at Ernest, smiled, and said, "Good luck with your concert."

The council, through City Manager Gary Person, presented their award of excellence to Sidney Sun-Telegraph reporter Gordon Tustin at the Aug. 9th meeting. Tustin, and his wife Shirley, are leaving Sidney to pursue the ownership of the Monona (Iowa) Outlook newspaper.

5 Years Ago

'Night Of Hope Walk Approaching'

Aug. 12, 2010

Be sure and mark the date Friday the 13th. That's right, a date normally associated with superstitions of horror movies is now a date for hope, as the Night Of Hope Foundation kicks off its annual "Walk for Cancer" event at Sidney's Legion Park Pond.

The program will begin at 5:45 p.m. with the National Anthem, which is followed by the "Survivor's Lap."

The evening will be filled guest speakers, live entertainment, barbecue, silent auction, and a live auction," listed Brenda Noel in a press release. "The landing of the luminaries and slide show will begin at dusk."

According to Noel, the live auction is new to the event this year. Up for auction is a porcelain doll collection, currently visible at the Insurance Store, and donated to the Night of Hope organization in memory of Carol Crow.

"Each doll was special to Carol and if you are lucky enough to have the high bid, one or more of these beautiful dolls can be yours to treasure as she did," Noel stated. "There are over 50 dolls in all and they include everything from baby dolls to grandpa and grandma dolls."

The dolls will be auctioned off as individual pieces or sets, not as a whole collection, Noel added.

The Night of Hope "Walk for Cancer" is an annual event raising funds to help those who have been diagnosed with cancer. All but 10 percent of the funds raised during the vent stay local to assist with patient aid, scholarships, survivor retreats and more.

The remaining 10 percent is sent to the Eppley Cancer Research Center in Omaha to assist in researching cancer treatment, cures and therapies.

 

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