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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1971
Page
3
Eye winding visit to the Pay Board amid Phase IV inflation tensions. Bosses bat issues like hairy problems and juggle hot potatoes while labor members kick a political football, illustrating surreal economic policy theatrics in Washington.
Silver Creek American Legion Post 263 celebrated its 21st anniversary with a social hour and meeting led by Bill Wyman the master of ceremonies. Charles Mallin the commander presided at the pledge and flag salute. Chaplain E M Jacobsen gave the opening prayer followed by a meal prepared by Auxiliary members. Local guests included department commander Maynard Jensen with Mrs Jensen and Merrick County commander Jack Gilmont with his wife. Widow members were introduced and Jensen spoke while service pins were presented to a list of 18 members. A memorial service for deceased comrades was conducted by Chaplain Jacobsen and roll call by Al Wandro. 25 year service pins were presented to Clara Bryant. A cake by Stankoski was decorated by Mrs Keating and Evelyn Robak.
Nixon spoke bluntly to a hostile AFL-CIO audience in Miami Beach drawing White House praise for courage amid confrontation. The clash with Meany supporters framed Nixon as steadfast while labor critics appeared boorish, shaping public opinion on his economic policy and domestic strategy.
Kensington club members discuss gifts for shut ins a Christmas luncheon and a 50 cent gift exchange. Hostess Mrs Johnnie Carlson receives a gift. Cards and dessert follow a 54 card club meeting with Mrs Ir Ward. Couples bridge night with Mr and Mrs Norman Carter. Local families gather for Thanksgiving visits and travel. various relatives from Winona Minnesota Tulsa Oklahoma Kansas City and Grand Island are mentioned.
A new sworn affidavit claims William H. Rehnquist harassed black voters at a Phoenix Bethune School precinct in 1964, adding to scrutiny of Nixon’s Supreme Court nominee. Opponents say the document merits investigation, despite Rehnquist’s denial, as three witnesses now corroborate reading the Constitution at the polls.
Mr and Mrs Arthur Ehlers were surprised on their wedding anniversary Monday evening as relatives joined them for a social evening at their farm home. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Ebner Went and family and Mr and Mrs Ron Went and family of Creston, Mr and Mrs Victor Olson Sr and Norman, Mrs Wallace Wendt and Shelly.
Mr and Mrs Elmer Went of Creston celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary at home Sunday afternoon attended by Mr and Mrs Willard Behlen and family of Columbus and other relatives.
Individuals including Reuben Olson and Christy of Arlington, Ron Went and family of Creston, Victor Olson Sr. and Norman, Amthue Ehlers, and Terry Went, representing the Went line, united from Leigh for a community gathering.
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