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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1976
Page
2
UPI reports mixed gains across major issues in New York trading. Advancers include Ad Rich up 101 percent and Avco at 1342 while Beards climbs 26 percent and Bee Die 38 percent. Bendix plus 40 percent and Beth Stl 39 percent also noted.
UPI reports Omaha hog prices steady with mixed weights from 41.50 to 45.00 per cwt and sow prices around 39.00 to 39.50. Cattle and calves number about 500 with steers and heifers steady, cows mostly 24.00 to 26.50. Chicago Mercantile Exchange shows live cattle open around 38.60 to 44.40 and frozen pork bellies trading near 55.60 to 67.40. Sheep none.
UPI reports grain May prices in CHI ranges with highs and lows shown for wheat corn oats and soybeans. Stock indices in New York after midday show declines in industrials and utilities with the Dow at 983.63 and a 3.16 drop.
Classified notice summarizes subscription costs for the Columbus Telegram and delivery options. It lists daily publishing exclusions and change of address instructions. A telegram missing contact is provided with a phone number and evening hours for recovery.
Kansas City dispatch notes Sen. James Buckley of New York as a maverick and loner in conservative circles. The 53 year old Yale graduate has resisted pressures to adopt a Goldwater style, stirred talk of Nixon resignation and now looms in the Ford Reagan race amid Republican uncertainty. Buckley rose as Conservative party candidate in 1970, shares a Yale accent with brother William Buckley, and has pursued niche causes while dodging traditional leadership roles.
Notice that John L Floral applies for a Class C liquor license in Platte Center with a protest hearing set for August 17 1976 at 7 30 PM. Also Nebraska Public Power District bids extended for Main Boiler Derator at Gerald Gentleman Station Unit 2 near Sutherland Nebraska and a final report hearing in Platte County on estate 4420 for Gertrude N Smith with administrator Cleo Robak set for September 2 1976.
Prices in the local market reflect typical ranges among firms, with slight differences noted between neighboring sellers. Consumers should compare quotes as margins vary modestly across outlets.
Leigh visitors Mr and Mrs Willie Schaer and Albert of Peoria Illinois were guests of her brother Wendell Woodward and Mrs Mabel Granatowicz from Thursday through Sunday.
A Census Bureau study based on July 1975 data finds about 4.4 million U.S. families receive food stamps, roughly 6 percent of Americans. Recipients are concentrated in the South and urban areas, with notable disparities among racial groups.
Harold Swanson a 50 year old Fremont worker was killed at the Hydro Conduit plant west of Valley after coming into contact with 440 volts on an overhead crane. Investigators say the power was believed off twice but remained on due to a lock switch being improperly set.
The undersigned form H H Hall Restaurant of Columbus Inc under the Nebraska Business Corporation Act. Registered office at 3210 23rd Street Columbus 68601. Capital stock $100000 in 100 shares of $100 each. Commenced July 29 1976 with perpetual existence. Board of Directors to govern with officers including President and Vice President.
Multiple notices outline claims filing deadlines for the estate of William A. McDaniel and a foreclosure action by Platte County against Nu Vu Company and others. Dates include November 26 1976 for claims, November 29 1976 for a hearing, and September 13 1976 for response to petition. Additional items cover municipal tax lien foreclosure Case No 12651, and bid notices for condenser pumps at Gerald Gentleman Station.
The City of Columbus invites bids for five improvement projects including Street District No 46 47 Project No 11 Water Extension District No 21 and Sanitary Sewer District No 27. Bids due August 25 1976 at 2 PM with bid security and bonds. Open to public.
The Board of Equalization will meet August 17 1976 at 9:00 am in the Supervisors Room Court House Columbus Nebraska. The session is open to the public and will continue until business is concluded.
Petition filed to appoint Edith Hobbs administratrix of Linda A Hobbs estate with hearing set for August 26, 1976 at 10 A.M. Dated August 2, 1976. (SEAL) Josephine Merrill 6:5,12,19
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