Telegram opinion on presidential criticism through history
The piece surveys how presidents including Lincoln and Washington faced public ridicule and opposition, citing February American Legion Magazine notes. It references harsh caricatures from outlets like the New York World and Baltimore Sun, highlighting enduring political vitriol and the scapegoating of leaders across eras.
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Lincoln
Congress
American Legion Magazine
New York World
Baltmore Sun
Columbus
Ohio
Benjamin Franklin
George Washington
Morton Borten
University of California, At
Washington as President Hero and Flawed Public Figure
The piece surveys George Washington as a complex icon praised for leadership and morality yet criticized for property holdings and ambivalence on slavery. It notes his mixed legacy, debates on his character, and enduring pressures as a presidential figure. It closes with a reflection on public scrutiny and enduring praise after a leader’s life.
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George Washington
Washington
Harry Truman
Ik Ha
Tax Return Filing Could Be Staggered By Birth Date
The Tax Adviser article by Charles A. Nickerson and Earl F. Davis proposes staggering federal income tax returns across the year based on birth date or social security number to improve IRS efficiency and cut costs. Critics argue such a shift mainly benefits the bureaus, not taxpayers, and could undermine public trust in the system.
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American Instate of Certified Public Accountants
Charles A. Nickerson
Virginia
Commonwealth University
Earl F. Davis
University of Georgia
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IRS
TRS
Nebraska bill targets petitions to halt events over health fears
Editors critique a proposed law allowing 50 citizens to petition a county board to block gatherings for alleged public health or welfare harm. Senator Terry Carpenter backs the bill saying it alerts voters, but critics warn it could misuse to suppress rock festivals and empower busybodies with vague standards.
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Nebraska
Terry Carpenter
Bil
Carpenter
Hooker County
Douglas County
Bethlehem Steel chief says automation creates jobs not kills them
Stewart Corf, chairman of Bethlehem Steel Corp., told the Commonwealth Club that automation and new technology raise non agricultural employment. He cited 1963 warnings of job losses as unfounded, arguing advanced tech makes jobs safer and more remunerative, and warned against panicky forecasts.
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Commonwealth Club of California
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Corf
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Steel
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War theatrics in Indochina from a hawk columnists room
In a surreal interview, hawk columnist Joseph Wallstop dreams of bombing Cambodia and Laos to force Hanoi on the ropes. He maps Southeast Asia on a table, envisions invading Thailand and North Vietnam, and even hints the US could face Chinese intervention as the plan unfolds.
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Manos
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Let Peace Begin With Me Telegram Feature
Columbus Nebraska edition of The Telegram on Thursday February 18 1977 promotes a freedom themed message. It stresses individual responsibility and divine gift of freedom, warning against political grants. The piece ties to historic documents and moral guidance.
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Felegram
Oils in cooking and fats by Dr Lawrence Lamb
Dear reader asks about unsaturated fats including soybean and cottonseed oils, hardened oils and shortening whipping. The column lists oils by polyunsaturated and saturated content, notes hardened oils are hydrogenated fats, and explains whipping adds air but alters fat structure. It also covers cereals and a Yale study linking unemployment to heart attacks.
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Lawrence Lamb
Dr. Lamb
Yale
Harvey Brenner
Fragmented OCR Word List With Random Phrases
A garbled page of OCR text presents a jumble of phrases and incomplete terms. It includes numbers, names, languages, and odd compound strings with no coherent narrative or identifiable event.
Reading Reich And Mumford Stir Debate On Modern Society
Readers discuss Charles Reich and Lewis Mumford books, noting their attacks on technology and Western culture. The piece contrasts their views with Andrew Marvell’s poetry, urging balanced attention to contemplation and action amid political power.
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Yale Law School
Notch
Lewis Mumford
New Yorker
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Rand Corporation
Mumford
Bacon
Descartes
Reich
Casa Tourt
T.S. Eliot
Andrew Marvell
Oliver Cromivell
Marvell
Nord Fnr
Modern Love Poem Reflects Shifting Attitudes Toward Love
The piece notes love has changed over the last decade and critiques casual sentimentality. New York psychologist Dr. Morris argues for classroom instruction in love, deeming it essential rather than a chance emotion.
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Morris
New York
Tee Uke
Modern love redefined says Dr Morris in interview
Dr Morris argues that love today centers on self respect and mutual happiness. She says the old notions of possessive romance fail and advises individuals to seek partners who share values and uplift them. She adds it’s never too late to change and suggests small steps like sending a Valentine to start.
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Handts
Morris
Honor roll fairness critique letter to The Telegram
A Telegram reader critiques the Columbus Junior High honor roll listing for unclear criteria. The writer argues a 2.0 average should include all subjects, notes physical education impact, and suggests averaging or recognizing scholastic excellence separate from athletic ability.
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Columbus
We fight the same enemy in Cambodia or Vietnam
A fragmented excerpt quotes figures urging U S action in Southeast Asia and critiques of policy. Herbert Ray Rainwater presses for intervention while other voices discuss pollution control, education funding, and social issues amid a broader wartime and domestic context.
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South Vietnam
Herbert Ray Rainwater
VFW
U.S
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