20 Jul 1974
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 7 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1974
Page
1
AP USDA weekly livestock statistics show hogs up to 2.00 higher on barrows and gilts with ranges from 190 to 260 pounds, sows 3.00 to 4.00 higher. steers 40 to 100 lower, heifers 1.00 to 2.00 lower, cows 17.00–20.00, lambs 39.00–59.50. Readouts note loads and weights, with mixed results across categories and several price brackets.
Washington reports USDA figures show imports of red meat including beef pork and lamb fell in early 1974. The drop stems from higher world beef supplies lower export prices and Australia pasture conditions reducing slaughter. Officials note quotas could be reimposed though current declines lessen urgency and no immediate action planned.
A garbled horoscope lists Taurus through Pisces with date ranges and advice on health wealth relationships. It mentions children born today as intellectually artistic and romantically alive, and urges planning, restraint, and practical steps for various signs. The text contains many transcription errors but preserves zodiac guidance and birth-year ideas.
Paris fashion writers note the midcalf skirt is back as designers show long, loose lines for winter. Hemlines vary from knee-covering to midcalf with belts and wrap jackets. Evening skirts shorten while overall silhouette favors fluid draping and soft outerwear. Major houses Dior and Saint Laurent influence the trend as demand for practical warmth remains.
A Columbus Social Security Office note explains Medicare eligibility for those not in covered jobs, the premium rates starting July 1, and how to sign up. It covers spouses using a earnings record, post age 65 Medicare parts, and clarifies custodial care not being covered. It also advises that name changes require a new card while the SSN stays the same.
Nebraska legislators, led by Sen. Ernie Chambers, may pursue bills shaping police procedures and probable-cause standards. He argues harsher sanctions against officers with illegal search patterns to curb Fourth Amendment violations and protect citizens. The debate centers on training, accountability, and potential penalties for repeated misconduct.
Bellwood residents report the LaVerne Schmit Fest of the American Legion Auxiliary met with Mrs Catmani and Mrs Robert Behmid. The group decided to halt a food sale September 7 and auction a quilt at that time. Members also planned bathroom articles for the new hall and heard Shirley Dolezal would recap her June Girls State activities. Refreshments followed the meeting hosted by the August hostesses.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.