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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Mar 28, 1972

Page

3

NAC editorial pins ghetto growth on mobility and late planning

The NAC criticizes past policy in The American County, arguing that freedom of movement and delayed government action created minority ghettos in major cities. Executive director RKehard F. Hillenbrand urges stricter planning during mechanization shifts to prevent displacement into urban centers.

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Freedom versus control in American liberty debate

The writer argues that Hillenbrand and his allies seek restricting movement and echoes comparisons to tyranny. They warn that such control would thwart pioneers, transport networks, and minority freedoms, urging a reread of American history to reaffirm national ideals of liberty and mobility.

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Phase II of the love Red China campaign in Taiwan

A commentary notes the Nixon Red China visit and Taiwan coverage, contrasting UPI reports and local expectations. It questions media access, warns of propaganda, and anticipates coverage of Taiwan’s economy, living standards, and press freedom amid Chiang Kai-shek's government.

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Postal rate hikes eyed by government panel

The Postal Rate Commission examiner proposes 4.6 percent hike for parcel post and 18 percent for airmail amid declining use. Private carriers win on speed and cost, as first class remains shielded. Government policy keeps competition out of that category, notes the Shreveport Journal.

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Barbs by Phil Pastoret on punishment and life

A string of wry observations by Phil Pastoret touches on capital punishment and daily life in Washington. The piece riffs on workplace friction, misused terms, and youth slang as social barbs.

Phil Pastoret

Nixon spoof on cost of living and food prices

The piece spoofingly cites Herbert Stein and a televised address by the President, claiming inflation fell in some items while food prices remained stubbornly high. It lampoons anti inflation claims and ends with a call for public sacrifices to curb food costs.

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President urges nation to stop eating to fight inflation

A broadcast quotes the President calling for a nationwide sacrifice of meals to curb prices during Phase 2. He argues temporary hunger will yield long term gains, adding other policy options but claiming the hard path is necessary for a stable economy. He warns of worsened living costs if the public resists.

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Fragmented Telegram Style Editorial Promotes Freedom

A fragmentary telegraph style note extols personal freedom and self control as essential to human development. It rails against government overreach while invoking the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence as guiding principles.

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ASK THE DOCTOR No miracle cure By Lawrence Lamb M D

Dear reader rheumatoid spondylitis is a form of rheumatoid arthritis of the spine affecting young men often starting in the late teens. Early diagnosis is hard with negative X rays and tests. Pain spreads from lower back to neck and shoulders, with sacroiliac involvement. Treatment mirrors rheumatoid arthritis with exercise, lifestyle change, aspirin for pain, and limited cortisone relief. no miracle cure exists though some patients experience remissions and long symptom-free periods.

Lawrence Lamb M.D Dr. Lamb

Fragmentary Clio Word List Untangled From OCR

A scrambled OCR text strip lists assorted words and partial clues such as Ethiopian, Slovakan, Indian homes, gland terms, and random numbers. The fragment shows no coherent article, event, or identifiable entities beyond scattered terms and abbreviations.

Constitutional clash over who governs in America

The piece argues two rival theories of governance in the United States. One says the deliberate sense of the people via Congress and the Presidency guides policy, guarded by checks. The other says the courts, led by the Supreme Court, drive governance under the equal protection and First Amendment clauses. It notes Nixon’s push toward judicial supremacy and cites Article III confirming Congress power to limit appellate jurisdiction.

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Peace Corps Budget Faces Cuts Amid Civilian Aid Debate

The article notes discontent over foreign aid and radio propaganda efforts, highlighting a Peace Corps budget cut to 72 million for 1972. Joseph Blatchford warns of recalling volunteers, while Rep. Otto Passman seeks a 2.6 million supplemental, amid Senate talk of nearly ending foreign aid. It also reviews Paul Cowan's memoir The Making of an Un-American and contextualizes Peace Corps critics.

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Peace Corps Worker Faces Disillusion in South America

The account follows Paul as a Peace Corps volunteer in Guayaquil confronting bureaucratic conduct, paternalistic aid, and cultural differences. He sees organizers as pawns for U.S. influence, notes sophisticated local poor, and questions the mission's imperialist undertones while acknowledging some educational value.

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Question Box: Welfare Critique of Government Aid

The writer argues true benevolence comes from individual help but warns welfare programs harm recipient initiative. Government aid allegedly fosters dependency, enlarges bureaucracy, and worsens productivity losses in an affluent society with high taxes. The piece likens welfare to a narcotic, claiming it fails to help neighbors.

Columbus High School Basketball Team Triumphs

The Dunran Glas Club extends congratulations to Columbus High School basketball team and coaches for a standout collective effort overcoming taller rivals. The note recalls Columbus’ 39 years ago Class 4 tournament win and Dancan’s Class A title, celebrating local pride and support.

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