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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1971

Page

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Lighter Side: Spying by Army Intel Aims to Inform Votes

UPI report recounts Army intelligence agents collecting information on political figures to judge how they stand on issues. Pentagon responders insist the effort aimed to educate voters and improve ballot choices, framing it as civic-minded, not political influence.

Dick West Waslington UPI U.S Efillan Sen Sam Eyvin Ln Dn.c Pentagon

Oppose bill on credit statements

Michigan Representative Guy Vander Jagt introduces H. By 18651 to amend the Truth in Lending Act requiring creditors to mail credit statements at least 14 days before finance charges begin. A National Federation of Independent Business poll shows 54 percent opposed, 29 percent in support, with concerns over federal intrusion and small business strain.

Guy Vander Jagt Michigan National Federation of Independent Business Bil Natural Federation of Independent Business Nebraska

Change of Address and Subscriptions Reported

Fuzzy text details subscription rates and distribution areas. Mentions Columbus and The Columbus Telegram with references to change of address procedures and rates varying by method, including mail. The readable portion notes pricing around $1503 per vase and mentions multiple regional locations and entities.

Futiishet Clare Pavliga Pala Colmbey Cacrige Colamboe Mall Bite Columbus

Man Buys Silence With 2.28 Shillings

Rochester England man Raymonde Saunders offered his wife 12 cents for every ten minutes of silence. She lasted four hours, costing 24 shillings two dollars and twenty eight cents, but he called it worth it after years of chatter.

Rochester England URD Raymonde Saunders

Astrological Forecast Piece With Erratic Text

Zodiac signs provide scattered guidance on emotions health and life choices with cautious advice about finances relationships and timing. The piece mentions Taurus Gemini Cancer Virgo Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces and a birthday note promising change and potential family growth.

Capricorn Lilea Aquarius Waterch

Nebraska Roads Do Not Tow Stalled Cars In Snow

Lincoln reports explain that Department of Roads crews will not tow disabled vehicles during severe January snows in southeastern Nebraska. They fear liability from damage and instead arrange wrecker services or assist occupants to shelter. Crews inspect for safety and may move a vehicle only if it can proceed under its own power. Limited to passenger cars and small trucks.

Nebraska Road Department

Weather and livestock losses report mixed in Lincoln

UPI reports observers note little livestock loss despite severe cold and snow. The Agricultural Service cited snow depths of six to eight inches statewide and ongoing feed and water supply challenges, with greater depths causing movement difficulties but overall minimal livestock mortality.

Lincoln UPI Shire Federal Division of Agricultural Suistics Ihe Agrrcultural Service

Skids Still Cause Vehicle Accidents in Columbus

Slippery weekend streets led to five vehicle accidents with injuries reported. Damages ranged from 65 to 600 dollars as drivers including Ivan Haddock, Harry Frerichs, Ronald Gumm, Wayne Morris, Fred Wanderlich, Ruth McHugh and others were involved on streets such as 7th, 13th, 23rd, 2nd and 15th avenues, with several skidding and backing collisions.

Columbus Butta Fang Lath Timothy Mihulka 7Th Street 13Th Street 23Th Avenue Ivan D. Haddock Sat 1 Mth Street Harry L. Frerichs 15Th Street Ronald E. Gumm 10Th Street

The Eagle in Culture and Brave Reputation

The eagle figures prominently in many cultures due to its large size and reputed bravery. Whether deserved or not, this status influences symbolism and storytelling across regions and eras.

Sale of auto tags off to slow start in Omaha

Omaha report notes auto license tag sales are 5,000 licenses behind last year, with Douglas County Auto License Bureau’s Warren Fleming saying renewals lag. February 26 is the renewal deadline as weekend days affect the month’s end. Vehicles face state fees of $16.50 and a $4 wheel tax alongside property tax.

Omaha UPL Warren T. Fleming Douglas County Auto License Bureau Aria

First Presidential Inaugural Ball Cites Washington 1783

An inaugural ball honoring George Washington was held on May 7, 1783, in New York City marking early ceremonial celebrations in the capital era.

George Washington New York City

Cut Your Own Taxes Sickness Has Compensation

Sick pay rules explained for tax returns. If you were paid during illness or injury, you may exclude up to 100 per week after a waiting period, with specific calculations. Guidance includes sample pages and booklets to assist filling forms.

Internal Revenue

Women's club meeting at Newman Grove hosts and plans

The Junior Women's Club met at Mrs. Jack Vanney and Ralmud Harder as hostesses. Reports covered decorating contest urged by three members, a Broodmobile project and money making efforts. February meeting will be guest night, Mothers' March planned with door-to-door canvas, chaired by Mrs. Tom Johnson with Cecil Fields and Roland Warder assisting. Program featured a film on birth defects.

Newman Grove Jack Vanney Ralmud Harder Tom Johnson Mines Cecil Fields Roland Warder

Crestwood Guests and Local Tributes Mentioned

Crestwhite residents hosted visitors including Mrs. Harvey Behlen, Wade and Shannon, and Myra at Mrs. William Glaussen’s home. Trene Severin and Mr. and Mrs. Kennei sent a card for their son Rodney on rest and recreation leave in Crain Vietnam. Graveside services were held for Mrs. Matilda Scalley, who died last week in Genoa.

Creston Harvey Behlen Wade Shannon William, Glaussen Myra Trene Severin Kenne i Paul Rodney Crain Vietnam Australia Matilda Scalley Genoa

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