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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1976
Page
2
New York UPI reports the Dow Jones averages at 1 p.m. show 30 Industrials at 983.05, down 1.49. 20 Transports at 202.23, down 3.50. 15 Utilities at 104.77, down 0.16. overall 65 stocks at 317.96, down 1.59.
Grain futures in Chicago show mixed ranges across Wheat Corn Oats and Soybeans with shifting highs lows and closes. Reports indicate varied percentages and unsettled values across Mar May and other contract months amid steady to volatile trading.
The Americans for Democratic Action issued its annual Senate ratings with nine zeros and one perfect score. Dick Clark of Iowa received 100 percent while James Allen Alabama John McClellan Mississippi Dewey Bartlett Oklahoma Carl Curtis Idaho James McClure Idaho Strom Thurmond South Carolina were all rated zero. The overall Senate score fell from 49 percent in 1975 to 43 percent this year, with northern Democrats slipping from 76 to 66 percent. Clifford Case of New Jersey and Edward Kennedy of Massachusetts posted 95 percent.
At MAHA in Omaha hogs sold 200 to 250 pounds 25 to 50 higher with some higher gains across weights 260 270 pounds up to 100 higher No 1 3 hogs 200 200 pounds 39.50 40.00 No 2 8 290 270 pounds 35.50 36.50 280 290 pounds scarce few lots 24 200 330 pounds 33.00 32.00 sows steady 300 600 pounds 9.00 29.50 cattle and calves 900 mostly feeders for the auction slaughter steers and heifers to test market choice 1125 1300 pound steers 40.25 41.00 part load choice prime 1025 pound heifers 38.75 cows firm to 25 higher utility and commercial 21.00 22.50 canner and cutter 16.50 21.50 sheep none Friday estimates cattle calves 200 hogs 2,000 Monday estimates cattle and calves 7,500 hogs 4,000 steer and heifer and cow totals show mixed demand at area markets. Columbus Telegram address notes missing entries and old address. telegraph segment shows address updates and publication hiccups.
The CDC reports 223 Guillain Barré paralysis cases this week with nearly half of victims vaccinated in the stalled swine flu program. A CDC spokesman cites no decision yet on Dr. Cooper’s proposal to resume Hong Kong flu immunizations for the elderly. The US Public Health service will meet Wednesday to decide on resuming other flu vaccines amid the suspension.
Sydney dispatch reports Bernard Dowiyogo, age 30, elected by the Pacific island nation of Nauru after ousting Hammer de Herburt. Nauru, with rich phosphate deposits, is described as one of the world’s wealthiest nations.
Wilson Foods Corp. notified the USDA of a voluntary recall for Certified Tender-Made brand canned hams produced in Cedar Rapids Iowa and distributed to Alabama California Iowa Louisiana Nebraska and Pennsylvania. Some undercooked products may cause trichinosis and appear normal. 318 cases identified and removed from the market with remaining states under review.
Authorities search for Eddie Lee Lambert a 25 year old county prisoner who escaped Wednesday by leaping from a dentist office window while being taken to a dental clinic. He wore a light green Tulsa County Jail uniform and is suspected of armed robbery. The other prisoner remains in custody.
Notices report petitions for probate and appointment of executors for estates of Daly Husmann and related heirs. Details include dates January 6 977 and January 18 1962, interest in Platte County real estate, and administratrix Minnie Preuss.
Sealed bids for Contract 76 41 for AISKV Power Transformer are due by 10:00 a.m. CST January 13 1977 at the District's Purchasing Office Columbus Nebraska 68601. Bid documents cost 10 and may be inspected at the General Office. Bids must meet bidding instructions and be certified with a bid bond. The District will award to the responsible bidder submitting the lowest and best bid or reject all bids. By order of the Board of Directors General Manager O W Hill.
Secretary of State Thomas Pickering signed and issued the first passport to an American citizen on July 8 1796 marking a milestone in U S travel documents and diplomatic records.
Nebraska IC Power District invites sealed bids for Contract 74-2260 equipment cooling water heat exchangers at Gerald Gentleman Station Unit 2 near Sutherland. Bids due January 20, 1977 at 10:00 a.m. CST in Columbus, Nebraska. Bidder information and bonds required. lowest and best bid to be awarded or all bids rejected.
Sealed bids for a 115 kV 10 MVAR reactor under Contract No. 76-42 must be submitted to Director M. White at the District General Office Columbus Nebraska by 10:00 am CST January 13 1977. Bid documents cost 10 and inspection is at the General Office. A bid bond is required and the district may reject all bids. Signed D W Hill December 6 23 30.
The Columbus City School District invites sealed bids for a 1966 Chevrolet 1d passenger school bus. Bus viewable at the school warehouse 2058 43 Avenue. Bids due 2:00 p.m. January 3, 1977 at the administration office 2508 27 Street Box 947 Columbus Nebraska. Bid openings in the Board Room. D E Miller Business Manager secretary of the board.
The report states that in normal years the British Isles receive rain at a rate about 32 times higher than the amount used by its inhabitants. It contrasts regional precipitation with consumption, highlighting a significant imbalance in water use versus rainfall.
Fragmentary listing shows Columbus City Schools expenditures and supplies across departments. Items include transportation, teaching supplies, mileage reimbursements, equipment upkeep, and travel for staff, with several named vendors and totals.
A fragment mentions a representative named KROWN in connection with a mer big case. No further readable details clarify roles, dates, or entities involved.
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