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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1971
Page
5
A garbled but vivid piece critiques proposed calendar changes and the era of sudden shifts in the year. It mentions August debates, a shift toward a new calendar, and public unease with dates, months, and the implied loss of familiar rhythms. The piece names Edwards and Meiers in a discussion about the calendar reform.
President Nixon calls for a 15 billion federal revenue overhaul with five billion for new programs plus 10 billion for cancer research. He also proposes trimming cabinet size to 12 and overhauling welfare. Senate deaths touch Democrats as Russell dies, Byrd and McUfordmick successors discussed. defense and Cambodian actions referenced amid broader political shifts.
Foreign news analyst George Mahash assesses Arab commando leadership split and external pressures. He notes declines in Palestinian militant strength since 1970, reduced support after Nasser’s death, and the Gaza Strip’s high casualty toll. The piece links internal factionalism to weakened campaigns and shifting alliances around Amman Beirut and Tiberias.
New York Stock Exchange marked its busiest day with 2168 jillion shares traded as analysts noted rising market activity. Volume surged on hopes for a healthier economy and higher interest rates prospects, with comparisons to prior record weeks.
The St Bonaventure Home School gathering includes presentations by Frantz Speuvers and Edna, with principal Viselised Gervere Ine at Shara Hargrulod. Mr and Mrs Jab Heiman chair the event with Mrs Manis Shaulewiki and Mrs Ital Khel handling refreshments.
Farmers Union seeks a new law to allow tractors and farm equipment on public roads. Elton Berck, Union president, told the Public Works Committee that the bill would permit older farmers to obtain licenses by proving driving ability, despite failing written tests. The proposal follows a state Supreme Court ruling that a farm implement can be a motor vehicle, hoping to curb insurance losses and broaden driver eligibility while maintaining safety standards.
Washington window notes LOUIS CASSEIS MPL Senior Editor WARMINGTON and Robinson speaking on race relations and civil rights. The piece discusses northern versus southern attitudes, segregation, and the role of Black leaders, highlighting Robinson as a selfless community organizer whose efforts are recognized amid harsh discrimination. The article references his book published by Argen & Sang.
Five Omaha individuals including Abramson Grong and Wisniewski face five counts in a federal indictment over alleged interstate gambling activity. Wisniewski, a Las Vegas resident, and five others were arrested December 12 as part of the case led by Judge Richart Robinson. One defendant pleaded innocent earlier to three counts in related charges.
The text appears to discuss a blossom and its association with a marely less Teale crgitis or at plint involved in seed production.
Mrs Hitcir Curdso and neighbors gathered Wednesday for a birthday party hosted by daughter Mrs Tayo Marth. Donors and mourners attended a memorial service for Mrs Rive Anongs at Silva Creek with several guests named.
The Modern Worlman dhunter Service Club held a candle lighting ceremony Wednesday initiating new members Diwelle Hans Beth Orbrelec Nebbie and Clwis Uoeft Billy Danxter Jeanne jind Mary Took with Director Mrs Eugene Confal presiding Officers installed Sara Kovisek president Shein Confal vice president Cheryl Kush secretary treasurer Allan Kish club beaver led by the group and noted the new officers.
Mrs William Chiusen entertained neighbors on her birthday in Creston with a gift exchange before the cake was cut. A cake baked and decorated by her daughter Wes Harvey Bellen. Mrs Ark Anson is mentioned in connection with Lin Coin With and Mr and Mrs Carol Teal referenced.
A fragmentary note credits Palamailes of Greece with inventing the game barkgununai in 1224, a claim from a historical short source. The text is incomplete and lacks corroborating details or context.
Patricia McCormack reports on a federally funded experiment exploring early childhood development and schooling. The Cambridge program in Massachusetts illustrates a broader federal push to test language, cognitive, and motor skills in preschoolers, with evaluators noting hands on activities aid development and future learning.
Mrs Curt Straiigan led a Proclaiming Word session for the Ann Lather Sewing Circle meeting on a Wednesday afternoon. Attendees honored Mrs Harry Korflige, received a $100 donation for sanitary services, and reviewed annual reports amid program notes and helpers.
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