17 May 1974
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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1974
Page
1
Markets in Omaha Nebraska show hogs at 301.50 higher with many 200-237 lb bars and gilts around 78.50. sows uneven to strong with 375-600 lb at 24.9. cattle sales sparse with no clear price trend. Monday receipts expected include 6,300 cattle and calves, 0 hogs, 700 sheep.
Bozell & Jacobs Inc , an Omaha advertising and public relations firm, reports a 1974 increase in sales to 51.6 million from 44.3 million in 1972 and a rise in net income to 404,921 from 333,028. The privately owned company attributes the growth to expanded operations and client gains.
AP notes volatile cattle and hog futures with mixed closes and spread movements. Prices show lower and higher quotes across delivery months from June through February, with several contracts near 40 dollars and others around 30 to 42 dollars.
Saturday's Air entries reveal a complex Omaha Ak Sar Dea race program for May 18 with multiple races. It lists first through ninth races, purses from 1,200 to 5,500, mile and furlong distances, and a long lineup of horses with jockeys and weights, including notable entries such as No Boy, Greer, Lively, and Dan Whited. The card notes eligibility cues, allowances, and stakes, with several horses marked as also eligible and a mix of claiming and maiden conditions across 2-year-olds to 4-year-olds and older.
Gregory Allyn Pierce, a Callaway High School senior, earned the Outstanding Teenager of Nebraska honor. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Roger Pierce of rural Qeatto. The award was to be presented at ceremonies in Governor Exon's office on Friday.
Police investigate a missing telegram report at BL2741, noting a possible call between 8 and 8 28 p m on Saturdays from 8 to 3 aie with no immediate clues. The case focuses on locating the sender and verifying the message details.
U S intelligence sources say Russia could move advanced MIG23 fighters to Arab air forces, boosting Syria's air power as the U S seeks a truce between Syria and Israel. Reports cite near Black Sea port movements and claims of Syrian deliveries from the Soviet Union.
Frontier Airlines announced that 737 jets will begin serving West Yellowstone Montana starting July 1 and run through the summer to assist vacation travelers. Expanded service to Jackson and Yellowstone National Park was also noted. The article recalls General Andrew Jackson’s 1815 victory at New Orleans ending the War of 1812.
Aries emotional and indecisive energy stirs a hornets nest of worry while Taurus is urged to avoid secrets that block business or social progress. Gemini plans visit friends and handle business. Leo advises keeping promises and exploring a new project. Virgo shifts to recreation while Libra warns of alliance quarrels. Scorpio seeks expert advice on a problem. Sagittarius cautions against desires clashing with wishes. Capricorn faces home confusion. Aquarius urges careful motion and new chore systems. Pisces suggests budgeting while exploring new methods. If your child is born today they will be active outside and at home, praise is needed and musical studies may help.
Dr. Gerald Rosen reported a chemotherapy mix including Adriamycin, cycle phosphamide, methotrexate, a lure compound, and citrovorum factor rescue. The regimen aims to increase disease free survival in osteogenic sarcoma, with cautious notes about definitive success. Teddy Kennedy’s son underwent above knee amputation last November for cheredresarcoma.
Detroit AP reports Chrysler Corp raises prices on cars and trucks an average 46 dollars. This is the second hike in a month. The base price rises by 37 dollars, effective June 1, with a 4 dollar increase in shipping charges starting Monday.
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