16 Feb 1973
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Newspaper
Bemidji Pioneer
Location
Bemidji, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1973
Page
1
The Pioneer offers to act as a go-between to cut through red tape and obtain replies from authorities. It pledges to assist readers by requesting action from proper officials and resolving sticky questions.
Taxpayers remain responsible for the accuracy of their federal return even if a commercial preparer completes it. If you use a preparer this year, ensure he signs the return and lists his social security number or employer identification number on the form.
The 10 cent tax on margarine was levied after farmer groups lobbied during a period when manufacturers could color margarine. It aimed to protect dairy farmers by keeping prices aligned with butter and the revenue funds dairy product advertising.
Police explain no arrests since warning issued because officers must witness the violation to arrest for failure to yield. A private citizen can sign a complaint to bring violators to prosecution. James McDowell, Chief of Police.
The Minnesota Department of Conservation was renamed four years ago to the Department of Natural Resources with Bemidji offices listed in local directories and the state office at Centennial Office Building, St. Paul 55155. The DNR has a wildlife development section. the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service location is Fort Snelling, Minn.
The U S dollar held steady as currency markets regained solvency after weeks of turmoil. In Belfast talks, Protestant militants and Catholic moderates may begin exploratory discussions next week. In Washington the Army Court upheld Lt. Calley Jrs murder conviction. In Saigon a Chinook helicopter was shot down injuring five, marking the first downing since the cease-fire.
Washington reports Nixon aides drafted a strategy to end the Office of Economic Opportunity and reassign its programs, while critics warn of constitutional clashes with Congress. In Minnesota, CAP officials anticipate lawsuits and outline services aiding hundreds, with plans to phase out by July 31 amid rising protests.
The Minnesota House approved a Senate amendment to reinstate party labels for legislators, effective April 19, 60 years after nonpartisan status began. Gov. Wendell Anderson is expected to sign. Also, a bill setting Lt. Gov. Rudy Perpich’s salary at 30,000 passed the House, needing final passage next week.
Sixty former prisoners of war arrive at Travis Air Force Base California forming the latest batch of 123 to land on U S soil since Tuesday with a red carpet welcome by two generals and a color guard. Further POW releases are announced for Hanoi and Clark Air Base as additional planes head toward home.
Partly cloudy with a slight chance of snow flurries tonight and Saturday. Not as cold tonight, warmer Saturday. Lows fall from 5 below to 4 above, highs rise to 18 to 30. Chance of snow 10 percent each night.
The speaker notes that the higher one rises in status or visibility, the greater the exposure to risk and vulnerability. The warning emphasizes caution for rising figures.
The Bemidji Igloo Club tops off its MS Fund Drive with a banquet and dance at the Elks Club Saturday Feb 17 starting at 7 p.m. Door prizes will be awarded and the public is invited.
Most government offices close Monday February 19 for President's Day. Federal Building Beltrami County Courthouse Bemidji City Hall Northwestern Bell library post office box lobby open for mail pickup and outgoing mail. no mail delivery except special within one mile. Pioneer to be printed.
The Retail Trade Committee of the Bemidji Area Chamber sponsors a Greatest President Ever election. Voting starts today in participating Bemidji stores with booths and ballots offering a chance at merchandising prizes. Returns and prize awards occur Monday Feb 19 with cash prizes of 88, 44, and 22 for ballot winners.
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