Columbus Telegram Editorial Principles and Purpose
The Columbus Telegram outlines its mission to inform readers and promote freedom, urging moral action under the Golden Rule and Declaration of Independence. It asserts equal rights bestowed by the Creator, not government, and invites reproduction with credit. Published in Columbus Nebraska on Friday May 27, 1977.
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Ofl Communications
Columbus Telegram
P.O
Columbus
Nebraska
IRS Fifth Amendment clash warned by economist Myers
Economist and publisher C V Myers predicts a coming clash between the Internal Revenue Service and the Fifth Amendment that could destroy either the IRS or the Constitution. He cites cases like Harold Francisco and Ray Garner to illustrate legal protections against self incrimination on tax returns and argues tax resistance could explode from grassroots support. He urges media coverage as the confrontation approaches.
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C.V. Myers
Myers Finance and Energy
Myers
Internal Revenue Service
U.S
IRS
U.S. Supreme Court
SES
Supreme Court
Harold Francisco
Ray D. Garner
United States of America
U. Supreme Court
Jack Smith
United States
Letter on cats as pets and freedom
A reader defends keeping cats as indoor friendly pets arguing they aid in pest control and protect children from poison risks. The letter urges opponents to consider care duties, kindness, and the mutual bond between children and animals, noting cats remember kindness and cruelty.
FBI defense speech by Anthony Harrigan urges support
Anthony Harrigan argues the FBI, founded after World War I, has protected the United States in war and peace against espionage and domestic crime but warns morale and effectiveness are eroding. He calls on citizens to aid the agency and its personnel who have protected Americans.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation
United States
FBI
Americans Behind Foreign Bars In Vacation Nightmare
A travelogue tone warns of legal peril for U S tourists abroad. It recounts two American girls jailed in Turkey for cannabis tied to youthful misadventure, plus Mexican jail terms for American travelers, police roadblocks, and letters containing contraband. The piece stresses foreign laws and embassy limits.
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Europe
Japan
Soviet Union
U.S
Germany
Nail
Istanbul
Americans face harsh justice abroad and FBI fight back
The piece recounts Americans Paul and Debbie jailed in Mexico for drug charges with bribes and legal aid, then freed after weeks. It notes a broader warning about foreign penal systems and cites Buckley Luce and Simon praising FBI agent John Kearney, calling for support via the Citizens Legal Defense Fund and urging backing for law enforcement.
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Citizens’ Legal Defense Fund
FBI
Madison Ave
New York
N.Y
Kearney
Len
Buckley
Luce
Simon
Political early birds in 1978 campaign ring
Political consultants say a growing many aspiring 1978 candidates start early, following Carter's 1974 push for early campaigning. They note Republicans like Douglas Bailey’s firm began lining up clients and launching prep work months ahead, with state by state early activity and extensive fundraising and public relations efforts.
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Washington
Jimmy Carter
White House
Douglas J. Bailey
Bailey, Deardourff & Associates
Bailey
Early campaign start echoes through presidential polling
The article notes Gerald Ford era polling firm Richard Wirthlin and Peter Hart describe a rising rush of 1978 and 1980 hopefuls chasing early starts after Carter and Nixon set a precedent. Pollsters warn political dynamics remain unpredictable, with experts contrasting strategy and voter behavior in a fast moving field.
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Richard Wirthlin
Decision
Making Information
Santa Ana
Calif
Wirthlin
Carter
Washington
Rothstein-Buckley
White House
Richard M. Nixon
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