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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1974
Page
1
USDA livestock price sheet from Omaha Nebraska shows mixed cattle and hog quotes with hogs at 190 to 250 pounds about 0.50 to 1.00 lower and sow prices around 2.00 lower. Cattle and calves receipts totaled 740 with some cows lower and limited test trades. Sheep receipts were minimal.
Washington AP report says Agriculture Department approved a 10000 research plan for a one year study of marketing costs from slaughter plant to store shelves. University of Minnesota professor will map potential cost reductions across the middleman pipeline.
The Carey Telegram partnership notice lists address 12M 77th Avenue Columbus Net Ga, with publication details and names including Bere warns and Nance. The item references a carriage service and mailing address, noting daily publication except certain holidays and listing subscriptions and offices in Columbon.
Lincoln Nebraska AP Gov J James Exon says he is pleased a petition to place the LB22 state aid to education bill before voters appears to have succeeded He defends the measure as unfair a 100 million tax increase and urges voters to decide in the November election Exon predicts no constitutional issues but criticizes opponent Senator Richard Marvel over contamination of positions and urges passage of a real estate tax relief tied to education funding plus a veto if defeated He congratulates Ramey Whitney and others who worked on the petition drive.
Yutan Nebraska AP reports the annual Yutan Frog Dumping Rodeo is scheduled Sunday afternoon. Former Louisiana Governor John Everroad will compete for the championship against Secretary of State Allen Beermann. Beermann claims competitors have three dozen entries this year. State signatories are expected, and no proceeds go to the Yutan Volunteer Fire Department.
Only two of one hundred Halians buy daily newspapers, marking the lowest newspaper consumption in Western Europe aside from Spain and Portugal, reflecting shifting media habits and regional trends.
The readable text offers scattered zodiac tips and daily advice. It mentions actions for April to June, discussions about plans and approvals, and urges cooperation, productivity, and attention to contacts. The mix references many signs and vague career, finance, and personal themes.
Race card details feature numerous runners and allowances with purses up to 50 000 and 33 000 across divisions. Notable horses include Clann EEL, Miss Code Blue, Anderson-Lit Renecoriaw, and Southside Boy among many others. Race structures show multiple stakes and breeder/owner references with published purses and allowances.
The United States remains the top meat producer with about 15.7 million metric tons in 1973, down slightly from 1972. The Soviet Union followed with 8.2 million tons as meat production dipped regionally, while output rose in South America led by Brazil and in parts of Europe and Asia. Global cattle slaughter is expected to rise as breeders slow herd expansion amid high prices and feed costs.
Annual Platte County market beef show slated for Thursday July 18 at the Columbus Sales Pavilion starting at 9 am. Open to feeders from Colfax, Butler, Polk, Merrick, Nance, Bodie, Madison, Stanton and Platte counties. $10 entry fee. entries due Monday July 13. Sponsored by Platte County Agricultural Society, Platte County Livestock Feeders Association, and Platte County Extension Service. Contact Platte County Extension Office, Box 126, Columbus, Nebraska.
Hastings Neb AP The city used 49 600 kilowatts of electricity Thursday breaking the previous record. Utilities manager John Foster said daily use during 100 degree heat has topped 1000 kilowatts per day. The city also moved about 18 million gallons of water in July with pumping from 16 wells running 16 to 18 hours daily near capacity.
The United States backed a two mile territorial limit plus an economic zone beyond, drawing mixed reactions from fishermen. East Coast groups welcomed broader access while West Coast tuna men warned of losses off Mexico and Peru. Stevenson said U S support rests on a broader treaty guaranteeing free navigation and shared exploitation rules.
Allen Park sees 14 year old Joe Sulika play with Bethesda Bombers while paralyzed from the waist down. He bats kneeling and makes a key play at second base. His teammates and mother stress perseverance amid ridicule and adversity.
Omaha Public Safety Director Richart Roth disclosed that Patrolman John Patrick Carr is under investigation for allegations of assaulting a man after an arrest. Senator Ernest Chambers urged Carr's dismissal, citing a report by Ruben Gondalea. Roth defended Carr saying the officer acted to protect Klingell and warned that armed officers must perform duties properly to avoid danger.
Clover Duties and numerous 4 H clubs report meetings at multiple homes and community sites. Plans include day camp at Sai Lake, fall garment entries, dessert demos, baked luncheon judging, horseback and showmanship discussions, fair entries, and a July church gathering.
President Nixon’s legal team key tactic in the impeachment inquiry centers on discrediting John W. Dean. White House lawyer James A. St. Clair presented six challenges to Dean’s credibility, citing testimony and edited transcripts to argue the White House and Nixon were not involved in Watergate.
In Portland Quebec an 84 year old man and his 82 year old wife Beulah Armstrong face reduced Social Security checks of 40 dollars a month after marriage. The couple struggle to pay rent at McKenzie Manor while a social security hearing offered little relief. The bride and groom defend their union amid financial strain as the home manager weighs eviction.
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