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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1976
Page
6
Editorial excerpt from the Columbus Telegram advocates personal freedom moral action and self governance. It cites the Coveting Commandment Golden Rule and independence as guides and invites readers to engage while granting permission to reproduce editorials with credit.
The piece argues Carl Albert plans to retire around age 70 amid a climate of scandal and scrutiny. It contrasts his exit with Wayne Hays and urges restoring republican virtue by limiting public perks and salaries to curb self-interest in Congress.
The International Correspondence Schools launched a national Dial A Question service in Scranton to connect deaf students with instructors via an acoustic telephone coupler and teletypewriter. Users dial a toll free number, type a query, receive an answer, then it is sent back. The system leverages widespread TTY stations across the U.S. and Canada, expanding emergency and educational use.
Column describes a weekend at Schuyler Packing plant with Congressman Charlie Thone and jokes about aging politicians. It mocks senior lawmakers flirting with younger partners, notes reactions from Nebraskan officials, and contrasts showbiz glamour with tax dollar complaints.
A Columbus Telegram publisher and a Washington politician are accused of chasing younger companions and living in a show biz fantasy. They dismiss critics as out of touch, clinging to speech writers and perks while planning a family vacation to escape public scrutiny.
The piece analyzes why Jerry Brown attracts liberal suburbs and Washington academics despite sharing outsider credibility with Carter. It argues Brown’s appeal lies in his subtler, countercultural presentation and style rather than stark policy differences, appealing to established interests and a diverse mix of voters.
I carried 20 cans home in a sturdy brown paper bag printed with Another quality product by St. Regis. The line PERSONALLY INSPECTED BY WANDA TREADWAY hints at rigorous checks. The column ponders why the bag impressed, noting trust and durability as key factors.
A fragmentary diary tone recalls St. Regis bags labeled personal inspection by Victor Chavez Lavina Avery and Beverly Close. Wanda Treadway is contrasted with Betty Crocker as the author questions pride and branding. The writer ends with a call for St. Regis to be canonized.
About 94 third year cadets at West Point face charges for cheating or failing to report cheating under the long standing honor code. The case echoes the 1951 expulsion of 90 cadets, raising questions about hypocrisy and the code's role in the Army.
California school officials report a comeback of traditional activities like pep clubs and student elections as teens trend toward 1950s style dress and manners. Administrators say the counter culture fades while youths retain casual attitudes, signaling possible nostalgia for earlier eras.
Men of promise must deliver eventually. Footwear costs and keeping feet on the ground are no trick.
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