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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1969
Page
2
Secretary of the Interior Walter Hickel declares that Americans have long deceived themselves about prosperity. He argues the country passed on to future generations the bill for abusing natural resources, born from inherited abundance and later technology driven progress.
Former U S official James H Hickel warns the oil industry that the true cost of environmental damage is enormous. He says industries must cover full restoration of soil, air, water, and wildlife protections, with costs baked into goods and services for future generations.
The Irish government imposes a 14 milligrams per 100 milliliters blood alcohol limit for drivers, 56 percent higher than Britain’s 80 mg. Officials cite traffic differences, while critics call it a practical acknowledgment of Irish capacity compared to English drivers.
The Q asks who founded the Smithsonian in Washington D C. The A answers James Smithson, an English scientist who never visited the U S and whose remains were brought back and interred in the original Smithsonian Building.
A Long Island author proposes that cuisine can bridge nations. He runs a chain selling exotic foods and suggests meals could ease negotiations in Paris Helsinki and beyond, noting rice and fish for Americans, hamburgers for North Vietnam, and fried chicken as a peace offering.
Jim Bishop recounts the Diplomat Hotel Danny Thomas Golf Tournament with celebrities like Mickey Rooney and Bob Hope amid Florida sunshine. The event raised funds for St. Jude Hospital as sponsor George Simon matches the ironies and mishaps of a playful round, ending with humorous misfires and banter.
Chuck Courtney studies his opponents as mud and swale grass frame a chaotic round. Simon and the narrator misdirected by golf antics probe balls into lakes while Mrs. Stone hysterically laughs. a pro celebrity match sponsor questions if the players truly are golfers amid a tense scene in Florida.
John Chamberlain analyzes the DOJ anti-trust chief Richard McLaren and Attorney General John Mitchell, arguing that conglomerates raise legal and policy questions. He contends tax policy, not anti-trust law, drives growth, and warns against twisting legal language to achieve social aims. Distributed by King Features Syndicate.
A 1969 Columbus Nebraska Telegram editorial emphasizes freedom as a gift from God not government power. It argues true freedom requires self control and alignment with the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence.
The doctor discusses aerosol inhalation for post influenza coughs and explains chronic bronchitis and lung diseases as causes of phlegm. He notes fibrosis risks, cancer odds, and how avoidance helps. A study shows pets ease loneliness with social and exercise benefits from dog ownership and community activities.
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Jack Thyphoon McDaniel former Columbus high gridder in his first season with the Warriors finished second in both scoring and ground gaining. He totaled 15 points two touchdowns and three extra points while gaining 51 yards on 87 carries. Orville Oberg of Schuyler led scorers with 18 points as changes to basketball rules were discussed by C L Webb Nebraska High School Activities Association secretary. Weather records and local employment and public notices followed with traffic and community events across Columbus Nebraska.
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