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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1971

Page

6

Swiss diplomat freed after hostage exchange in Chile

Swiss ambassador Giovanni Harlen Bucher was released after a government brokered swap exchanging 70 prisoners for his freedom. He arrived at his hilltop residence with Swiss embassy aides, thanked the Argentinian government, and underwent questioning by Brazilian officials. A news conference was postponed to Sunday.

Jane Imlay Giovanni Harlen Bucher Bucher Willy Nodh Gloria Aim Ite Santiago Chile Wan Bueher Slater Anne Marie Mauuel Europe

Demonstrations mark King's birthday around world

United Press International reports 1500 marchers braving cold in Washington and 3 million signatures delivered to Congress for a King birthday national holiday. In Chicago GIs marchers and civil rights groups stage actions near Vietnam headquarters while memorials honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at local churches.

United Press International Washington Twain Capitol Chicago AL Long Binh Vietnam Globe Marty Luther King Jr Memphis Ten Briday King Atlandt Corulla Evenexer Baptist Church

Arab guerrillas split threats rise amid cease-fire strain

Arab guerrilla factions threaten division over the Jordanian cease-fire. The Central Committee of the PLO accuses splinter groups of collusion with forces against the revolution. Some PFLP members linked to past attacks face military trial as the truce holds after fresh fighting eight days ago.

United Press International Popular Front For the Liberation of Palestine PPLP Foycr Fl The Palestinian Liberation Organization PLO

Fire report calls to date last year days without call

A brief fire department update notes the total calls up to the current date comparing to last year and records consecutive days with no incidents. Officials seek to monitor trends and ensure readiness across stations.

Crime Commission delays approval of explosives law

Lincoln Neb State Crime Commission delays final approval of the proposed explosives control law. The draft, prepared by Fogarty for the commission, aims to limit penalties in accidental cases and to align with a forthcoming federal model. The committee will study the proposal for two weeks before referring it to the legislative committee for submission to the state senate.

Lincoln State Crime Commission Yasvat MW Xellon Omalix Edward TF. Fogarty Ecumeission Commission Slurvey Perlman Incoln Perlman Fogarty Jon Fie Nebraska 0.S. Justice Department Nut Messare

Two aerial blows against enemy antiaircraft sites

UPI reported two American air strikes against anti aircraft sites inside North Vietnam. South Vietnamese forces claimed control of a mountain pass in Cambodia as U.S. and ARVN units push toward Phnom Penh. A U.S. spokesman said air support to Cambodian operations was minimal and that strikes targeted electronic equipment while Lao border activity hinted at preparations for broader operations.

Twalley Warr Cambodia Ho Chi Minh Laos Hally

Readings and Sun Times From Weekend Weather Note

Local readings show 18 at dawn and 10 low this morning. High Friday 14. Sunrise Sunday at 7 34. Sunset Monday 127. Sunrise Monday 7 34. Sunday reference to Sunsea and values for year ago and dollars unclear.

Nixon plan to curb US pollution set for Congress

President Nixon’s administration outlines a sweeping pollution strategy to Congress, giving broad power to tax polluting industries and ban unrestricted dumping. The plan, described by Hessel Train of the CEQ, would apply to overseas operations and aims to mobilize substantial funding for abatement efforts, with industry pushback noted.

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Koseh Blahak Luncheon Tickets On Sale For Members

Chamber members may purchase tickets for the Koseh Blahak luncheon to be held January 22. Tickets are limited to 200 and must be bought in advance. No admissions at the door. Reservations handled by the Chamber office.

Atle Wales Wika al & Adn Hive Simpson Curphaghes Uekels

Traffic Mishaps Report Minor Damages Across Streets

Fragmentary traffic accident notes mention minor damages and two injuries. Names and addresses appear garbled, listing several street collisions at junctions on 24th and 27th Avenues and related cross streets with unclear driver details.

Community Calendar highlights events and meetings

A compressed list of local happenings includes AAR 16-8 pan, Parents without Partner apatite, Lions club talks on Jewish customs, Platte Valley Playhouse tryouts for Never Fos Late, Women’s Division meetings, Columbine camera vans meet, Voters-Columbus Savings event, PTA at Field School, Legion event, and various club gatherings at community venues like the Public Library, Ay pars and Wilks Center among others. Multiple organizations such as Mayors office, Chie Poost alu PTA, and country club groups are noted with dates and local sites.

AAR NEPD Lions Vallins Robert Dacahs Platte Valley Playhouse Nptd Auditoria Nebraska St Meni Switzerland Ay Pan Mest Rohlen Fun Columbine Tan Feague Columgus Savings & Laat Onan Daverns el Eyer Bane Ae Ge AN Yan Chie Peost Alu Schoo Hateeirant Legion Clulroom Tracmna Wilks Word Atinette Lks Vashtt IO Hall Cogenvy’ Club Kasely Blaliak Pan Paccussition Vartiers Hitech Preal Ib Billie's Cafe Iiels

Oregon counties declared disaster areas after storms

Gov. Tom McCall designated Wilamack and Clatsop counties disaster areas as winds and heavy rain battered the region Friday. Trailer homes overturned, power and telephone services cut, and roads damaged while rivers rose. northern California and Oregon faced gusts and future flood risks as weather utilities issued alerts across multiple counties and states.

United Press International Oregon Sherapenty Calif Pinod Tom McCall Wilamack Clatsop California Sacramento San Joaquin Eel

Minimal damage crash near Kart Silo Airport Nebrask a

A state aircraft suffered minimal damage after a takeoff incident at Kart Silo Airport in Nevialks Nebrask. Federal aviation authorities are reviewing the crash with no injuries reported. Officials cited pilot error during the aborted takeoff as a likely cause.

Lincoln Maro Canina Kart Silo Nevialks Im Egan State Aeronautic Abiyelor Paul Fy Masini

Leaves prison to become waiter

Monza Thal Aem the Salomon, 22, left prison to work as a waiter. Salomon was arrested in November for theft from a car. He faced parole restrictions and fuel leakage concerns as a factor in his denial of liberty.

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