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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1971
Page
2
A reflective Thanksgiving meditation questions national wealth and generosity. The author notes Americans may miss the season’s gratitude amid holiday plans and urges humility and justice, citing biblical warning and concern for the hungry. The piece links gratitude to responsibility.
DUV members met at the Bellwood Legion Hall with Mrs. Gerald Mick in charge to initiate a new member, Mrs. Martinson of Casper, daughter of Mrs. Marguerite Hiller. Afterward, refreshments were served. several members and guests from Omaha Columbus Lincoln and Grand Island were mentioned in attendance or visiting relatives.
A fossil tree discovered in 1914 in Pontotre County Oklahoma, now housed at East Central State College in Ada, is believed to be the oldest tree known. The fragmentary report notes the age and preservation status, with local institutions confirming its historical significance.
United Press International recalls that the first Thanksgiving in 1621 was Pilgrims in Massachusetts, but the national observance was revived by New Jersey congressman Elias Boudinot. His 1789 proposal led to a presidential proclamation for a day of public thanksgiving, with federal support in Washington's era.
Hollywood interview with Patty Duke outlines a calmer, more grounded star. She cites motherhood and personal therapy as turning points, recalls a dramatic period of turmoil, and discusses romances, John Ross, and recent work including Two on a Beach and PBS projects. Her son and family dynamics with brother Raymond are noted.
Leigh and Clarkson area groups report a successful honey sale raising 120 dollars from 120 jars and plans for a K-12 program for educable mentally handicapped students in Clarkson Public schools starting Jan 1, 1972. Sixteen cases were ordered this year.
Alliance area voters rejected a 1.7 million dollar county hospital bond Tuesday night. Of 1,742 ballots cast with 1,564 voting against and 273 in favor after counting 191 absentee and disabled ballots in the final canvass expected Friday. Turnout was about 64.3 percent with 52.6 percent voting no.
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