Behlens and the American dream at Columbus tribute
A nostalgic column reflects on the Behlens and the American dream of self reliance and hard work. It highlights Walt Behlen and family leaders building a manufacturing empire in Columbus Nebraska, their farms, grain facilities, and community contributions including Behlen Memorial Hospital, the Family Y, and a library. The piece honors entrepreneurship and neighborly support as the true dream.
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Walt Behlen
Behlen
Nebraska
Hehlen Manufacturing Co
Fred
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Miike
Gilbert
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Behlen Memorial Hospital
Walt
Mike
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Vital Words of the Day in a Campaign Glossary
A humorous political glossary lists terms like scientific sampling and pork barrel with satirical definitions. It skewers campaign rhetoric, labeling tactics such as gerrymandering and nonpolitical tours while lampooning fundraisers and sound bite language.
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Copley
Sam Stewart
Elks Clb
Rotary
Sameone
Adimir
Harmony in a 1972 graduate message
A satirical school graduation toast uses a hamburger metaphor to value balance in life. It maps bread to drudgery, lettuce to back learning, meat to experience, onion to ambition, and mayonnaise to relaxation, concluding the whole yields harmony. The Greeks’ term for balance frames the advice.
Moon photos spark grim Vietnam joke in White House
In a drenched satirical exchange, the Oval Office humorously reinterprets Vietnam war aerials as moon pictures. Kissinger jokes reveal 62 million craters, defoliation, pacification, and scorched-earth imagery used to justify strategic aims and bombing, reflecting grim policy through humor.
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Henry
South Vietnam
Vietnam
Menry
Photographs Discuss Saigon Terrain and Peace Carpet Plan
A mock White House briefing discusses Vietnam terrain, satellite images showing cratered areas, and a joke about making artificial turf to “carpet South Vietnam” if a cease-fire ends shelling. Remarks attribute to President and Henry, referencing Navy predictions and military concealment.
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Co Sant
Henry
Hanoi
South Vietnam
Telegram urges freedom rooted in moral guides and self-control
The Telegram of Columbus Nebraska on May 18 1972 argues that true freedom comes from God and personal restraint rather than political grants. It emphasizes self-control as essential to realizing human potential and aligning with moral teachings including the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence.
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Lcense
Ikix
Ask the Doctor Has 13 operations By Lawrence Lamb
Dear Dr. Lamb explains a young reader with multiple surgeries and reduced physical maturity should follow a doctor’s guidance before resuming sports. Suggestions include walking programs and low impact activities like bridge and chess to stay engaged socially and mentally.
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Lawrence Lamb
A.D
Dr. Lamb
Vietnam endgame delays and Nixon offer amid stalemate
Analysis argues North Vietnamese advances, South Vietnam limits, and a grim outlook under the Nixon Doctrine. The semi blockade aims to pressure negotiations but risks failure as supplies move via Ho Chi Minh Trail. The piece warns that McGovern could win and suggests winding down the war with U.S. sanctuary for South Vietnamese accepting relocation.
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North
South Vietnam
U.S
Indochina
Halphong
Ho Chi Minh Trail
Hanai
Messure
George McGovern
Vietnam
U.S. Alement
Hubert Humphrey
Glap
Lyndon Johnson
Richard Nixon
McGovern
The Dilution of Experience in a Democratized Society
Dr Lane J Puurs discusses Boorstin's view that expanded travel, media, and entertainment flood modern life. He argues too much readily available experience dulls the senses, erodes individuality, and magnifies discontents, urging stronger inner resource and true individuality rather than crowd conformity.
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Lane J. Puurs
Smithsonian Institution
Boorstin
Yosemite
Dr. Boorstin
Gilving
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