19 Jan 1974
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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1974
Page
1
USLA weekly livestock quotations show hogs and sows mostly lower, cattle and calves mixed with several high grade loads reported. Hogs decline across barrows, gilts, and sows. cattle show lower steers and cows with some prime loads. sheep and lambs edge higher on slaughter lambs while ewe and utilty ewe offerings remain light.
New York markets fell as profit taking erased Thursday gains amid investor doubt that the Mideast settlement would yield real economic benefits. Dow Jones average dropped 16.69, NYSE volume 16.47 million, NYSE composite -0.87, NASDAQ -0.63. Oil stocks weakened on Congress criticism. Phillips Petroleum -3.4, Crestral Petroleum -11. Frans Products led NYSE volume while autos, including GM down 1 and AMC off 2 to .
A damaged OCR shows a Columbus Nebraska Telegram notice listing a partnership address at 1254 27th Avenue and outlining daily publication, holiday closures, and subscription rates. It notes carrier and mail delivery options in Nebraska and nearby states with annual prices and a change of address instruction.
Gas prices climb toward and past a dollar as pumps roll over at 49.9 cents and station gauges max out. About 200,000 of 1.3 million pumps cannot display beyond 49.9, forcing upgrades to four digit, 99.8 cent mechanisms. Industry and government weigh half gallon posts and metric options to ease higher pricing.
Aries and Aries portion urge focus on spiritual and practical aims with caution. Gemini seeks updated methods. Leo warns against temper. Taurus advises practical plans. Virgo notes creative effort needs expert input. Aquarius and Pisces emphasize disciplines and personal aims. several signs urge talks with experts and coworkers for progress.
AP analysis notes inflation may be chronic rather than temporary as major nations pursue expansion fueled by demand and scarce raw materials. U S prices rose 8 percent last year while 1974 outlook remains weak. insurers and accountants adapt to shifting values and flexible yields amid global competition for energy and commodities.
January timetable shows Lions Club exams at noon, Duncan Lions ladies night 2 7 pm, Mayor's committee downtown improvement, Loup PPD board, Ag committee at Happy Chef, Kiwanis noon, and welfare note for Elsie Ruda with several organizations and times. High density of entities and scattered locations reflect a local civic notices calendar.
Elementary meals feature wieners on bun chili and crackers with sides like carrot sticks and fruit desserts. Junior high lists daily combos such as corn and fries with turkey over mashed potatoes and daily sides. Senior high notes a shortened schedule with buffel served at 4 1 pm each day.
Legislation proposes raising ADC payments from 124 to 165 for a one child family and 34 to 40 for each additional child. A constitutional amendment would let counties invest funds as allowed by the Legislature. Executive Board bids rules set 10000 dollar limits for certain contracts. An athletic commissioner may reprimand or suspend amateur athletes for sportsmanlike conduct.
The Eset Energy Office released a list of ten metropolitan areas where drivers would face the lowest gasoline rations if a rationing plan is adopted. Expected limits could drop to about 33 gallons per month in some zones, with possible rises as supplies ease. The initial study also names areas with 10 percent reductions and those with 2 percent cuts, based on population density and transit development. A larger set of cities may receive maximum rations, while rural and certain urban areas with weaker transit face standard caps. A hearing on Omaha desegregation is scheduled, with a 12 hour public session to gather citizen views.
The article reports on looming nationwide lighting cuts as the federal Energy Office pushes for new standards. Massachusetts Vermont and California have already acted, while Congress considers legislation to regulate lighting in highways factories and public buildings. Estimates show lighting uses a small share of energy but can drive heating costs. Standards vary, with the Energy Office proposing 3 to 15 footcandles for different spaces, and industry groups like TES and IES offering higher benchmarks.
Former NBC anchor Chet Huntley, 62, underwent abdominal cancer surgery at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Billings Montana. He remained in satisfactory condition after the operation, following an initial surgery last Saturday when the malignancy was found. Huntley, who retired in 1989 to Montana, is the chairman of a Gallatin Canyon real estate and recreation development group south of Bozeman.
The County Court of Platte County Nebraska announces probate for Evelyn Bazer estate with petition for executor Mary Louise Lewis set for February 1974. Also notice of auction of North half of Lot 4 Block 127 Original City of Columbus at 2620 10th Street on February 3 1874 at 2:00 PM by Doris M Kentzel and Patricia L Turek as co executors.
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