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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1971

Page

8

Nebraska debates revenue sharing convention move

Lincoln Nebraska lawmakers discussed a resolution to urge Congress to call a constitutional convention for proposing a revenue sharing amendment. State Senator Richard Praud of Omaha introduced the measure, while State Senator George Syas of Omaha urged a public hearing before action. If approved by both chambers and the governor, copies would go to Congress and all state legislatures.

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Five weeks left to license plates in Platte County

Treasurer Marietta Newman urges motorists to obtain 1971 auto tag stickers with about 14 000 vehicles still unregistered by March 1. An extra staffer will help. To avoid lines, come in before the final two weeks. Deadline is noon February 27. She warns against mailing irregularities and seeks no postage for small sticker mailings.

Rettain Marietta Newman Platte County

Berets train over two thousand Cambodians in guerrilla craft

UPI reports Green Berets are training about 2,109 Cambodian recruits outside Cambodia in South Vietnam Thailand and Laos for guerrilla raids on North Vietnamese supply lines. Training includes parachute techniques jungle tracking demolition and raids support from paradropped materiel as teams move into the Mekong Delta Saigon area and Central Highlands.

Saigon UPI Green Berets Fasea Sault Vietnam Laos Guerrila North Vietnam South Vietnam Thailand Halcyens Palear Long Hai Vani “Tau Dong Batinh Wha ‘Trang Sth Special Forces United States South Vietam Mekong Central Highlands Iatervillas

Manson and co defendants found guilty of murder

Charles Manson and his female codefendants were convicted of first degree murder in the Tate Sabina ca slayings. The verdict came on the ninth day of deliberations as Judge Charles H Older scheduled the penalty phase for next Thursday. The court scene was tightly guarded with 20 deputies present.

Los Angeles UPI Charles Manson Tate-Sabianca Manson Weveren Superior Court Charles H. Older Durige Fhe

Truman Improves as Doctors Say His Appetite Rises

Harry S Truman is improving at Research Hospital after an inflamed large intestine. Doctors describe Sunday as his best day since admission, noting a better appetite and a quiet night. Bess Truman, 85, returns to be with him as aide Mike Westwood accompanies her.

May UPI Haymer Harry S Truman Truman Wallace Pdiningy Bess Ben Mike Westwood

Jefferson Iowa leaders to visit Columbus event

Thirty four Jefferson Iowa community leaders visit Columbus for a People to People exchange. Columbus Area Chamber plans a 1:45 a.m. lunch at Biks Country Club before touring the city industries and local sites. Johnson Jr leads the Jefferson development delegation focusing on finance education housing real estate and tourism.

Jefferson Iowa Columbus

Apollo 14 countdown starts as crews seek final clearance

The Apollo 14 mission enters its long countdown with astronauts Shepard Reesa and Mitchell facing final preflight exams at Kennedy. Electrical checks and booster engine stations are prioritized while isolation and training have kept the crew ready for the difficult moon landing.

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Vital highway reopened as forces withdraw from Cambodia clash

South Vietnamese and American units end operation along Cambodia's Highway 4 route to the sea. Phnom Penh remains on alert amid continuing fighting in surrounding areas. Saigon reports repairs on two bridges south of Pich Nil Pass and the highway is open. 1500 Marines return to base near Neak Luong as others pull back.

Phnom Penh UPI Cambodia Phnom Pen Pachenton Iissues Saigon Pich Nil Pass Mekong River Neak Luong U.S

Woman 101 Dies at Lindsay

Lindsay Mrs Clara Nlenaber 101 died at home Sunday after a lingering illness. Funeral services set for 11 am Wednesday at Holy Family Catholic Church. Rosary prayed 8 pm Tuesday at the church. body to lie in state 2 pm Tuesday night. Sacobson-Mat Funeral Home of Newman Grove in charge of arrangements.

Lindsay Clara Nlenaber Holy Family Calthalie Clavell Pam Sacobson-Mat Newman Grove

Witness recounts plane crash near Keen Korner

Mrs. Walter Behle reports her husband witnessed a Sunday night plane crash about two and a half miles from Keen Korner around 8 pm. He stood near power lines on his property, saw a flash as the plane hit lines, then observed the craft reach the ground and several flashes, and he phoned authorities for aid for injured men.

Walter Behle Reble Fry Behle

Plane Crash Near Columbus Kills Pilot Michael Neal

A light plane crashed northeast of Lost Creek School near Columbus killing pilot Michael Neal aged 24. Four occupants were aboard, two others from Columbus injured critically and other crew members treated at local hospitals. The wreckage struck power lines from Loup Public Power District before crashing on approach to Columbus airport. The plane belonged to John Hall of Genoa. Funeral services for Neal will be held at the Catholic Church in Columbus with burial at SS Patrick Cemetery in Fremont.

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Weekend Break-Ins Reported Across City and County

Police investigated several break-ins over the weekend including Elks Country Club and Tractor Supply. A door was pried at Tractor Supply 2315 Lith Street with about 1201.88 dollars in merchandise stolen. another auto at a residence had a window broken and stereo tapes valued around 500 dollars vanished. Sheriff reported vandalism at Edgelowne Mall with a damaged sign.

Elks Country Club Terry J. Sliva A& W Don Franzen Edgelowne Malel

Colder Weather With Snow Flurries Across Nebraska

National Weather Service reports lows fall to single digits in northern Nebraska and teens in the south with Tuesday highs in the 20s to 30s. Panhandle stays warmer with highs near 34 to 35. Earlier, Sunday highs ranged from 44 at North Omaha to 56 at North Platte, with overnight lows from 1 at North Platte to 35 at Alliance.

United Press International Nebraska National Weather Service Panhandle Mercury North Omaha North Platte North Plate Allinie Nebnaskar

Today’s Funny Read: A Rate Riff

A light humor item highlights a quirky rate joke and playful wordplay. The piece pivots on a pun about rates and money, delivering a quick giggle without heavy detail.

Fire Report Sees Repeated Date References Last Year

A fire report notes multiple calls on distinct dates last year with unclear timing. The document mentions days without a call and references a date pattern, but specifics are unreadable. Local authorities record fire events and gaps in responses, highlighting monitoring gaps.

Train Derailment Injures 43 on Long Island Line

Brentwood authorities say a switchbar tampering incident caused an eastbound Long Island Railroad derailment near a Long Island community. At least 43 injured, five passengers trapped under twisted steel, rescue efforts delayed by spilled diesel fuel, last victim freed after about six hours. Investigators seek a full inquiry.

Brentwood Long Island New York City Brian Unger William Rowen Metropolitan Teansportation Sail New York

Immigrant Syndicate Wins World Record Horse Prize

A 25 member immigrant syndicate from Wellington won what was described as a world record prize in horse racing. At Ashurst Race Track 250 miles south of Here the longshot Gather captured the fifth and final jackpot vane, securing a prize reported as 716776 dollars.

Auckland New Zealand Wellington Ashust Here

Rural Colfax to vote on new high school district Saturday

Rural Colfax County residents will vote Saturday January 30 on forming a Rural Class VI senior high school district. If approved the district would include most of the county, cap at about 22 million dollars tax base, operate a 225 to 250 student high school for grades nine through twelve, and replace sending students to town schools.

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Recall strikes strain Middletown workers

A messy clipping reports recall actions affecting workers in Middletown and surrounding plants. It mentions layoffs, union dynamics with the United Auto Workers and other groups, and related labor tensions shaping late month activity.

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