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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1974
Page
3
A Telegram opinion claims the Nixon administration uses covert and overt pressure to impose gas rationing by steps. It argues a 10 gallon per customer limit signals formal rationing, aided by industry agreements and government coercion, forecasting lasting bureaucracy and a failing voluntary program.
A reader condemns a 10-gallon gasoline limit as wasteful and impractical, saying motorists will seek extra fills at multiple stations. The letter accuses the federal government of meddling, energy misallocation, and failing to allow markets to resolve supply and demand, urging removal of restrictions.
A first person memory recalls Old Man Hertzberg cashier at Lehman Brothers, loyal to a life of money. He faces plotting younger partners who seek to retire him with a lavish dinner, a $50,000 check, and a fatal Park Avenue fate. The narrator reflects on respect, fear, and the cost of devotion.
The text argues that true freedom comes from individuals controlling themselves and their output, as a divine gift not granted by the government. It condemns anarchy and asserts freedom must align with moral guides like the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence, urging that peace begin with internal liberty.
A 25 year old with post patent ductus surgery since 1968 reports frequent skipped beats and chest pain far from heart disease. The doctor notes these palpitations are common in healthy people, linked to nerves and chest muscles, and advises stopping smoking, avoiding caffeine, undergoing a full exam, and seeing a psychiatrist to address nervousness while starting a walking exercise plan.
A garbled OCR style puzzle item mentions coin values and language hints including French and Russian terms, various numbers, and scattered phrases like imperial references and a river. The readable pieces suggest a crossword like clue set or puzzle interlude from a historic page.
A Washington source, speaking anonymously, argues President Nixon has a strong cabinet with Defense chief James Schlesinger, Treasury head George Shultz, and HHS secretary Caspar Weinberger among others. The critic cites Kissinger’s prominence but notes in-house aides Haldeman and Ehrlichman were more controversial choices.
Harvard economist Galbraith proposes delaying impeachment proceedings to weaken Nixon politically while liberal Democrats avoid rushing to indict. He argues postponement would let opponents benefit in an election year, prompting Republican lawmakers to retreat as energy and foreign policy crises unfold.
A 40 year House veteran Chamberlain announces retirement while Senators Norris Cotton and Wallace Bennett quit. Nixon faces pressure as GOP weakens amid impeachment politics. Democrats’ obstructive strategy risks national harm. Republicans might fare better if impeachment pressure eases before 1974 elections.
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