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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1969
Page
2
In strong moral terms the author argues the United States must prosecute soldiers accused of killing civilians in Vietnam. The piece contrasts postwar Axis trials with current actions, condemning killings as murder and warning that excusing orders would reveal barbarism and undermine democracy.
An editorial notes the Apollo 12 splashdown in the Pacific after their Moon excursion, praising the scientific value of the mission. It commends the brave, patriotic, family men astronauts and weighs the cost of space exploration against its enlightenment for humanity.
A glowing portrait of the University of Nebraska football team, praised for overcoming adversity to finish a wonderful season. The piece extols teamwork and perseverance as lessons for American youth, urging optimism and can-do spirit over doubt.
Washington reports show media outlets grappling with how to cover Judge Clement Haynsworth’s failed Supreme Court nomination. Editors, networks, and syndicates debate timing, framing, and potential political backlash while public opinion stirs about whether to publish the news at all.
Explorer I launched January 1958 revealed the Van Allen radiation belts circling the Earth. The Q A list also notes Stevenson’s burial place near Apia Western Samoa and the juniper bush legend symbolizing protection. Memorial Day founder is John A. Logan.
A fragmentary note describes attempting to contact an old friend in Chinatown, referencing a Wong number. The piece laments poor outcomes from troublesome contact and hints at confusion from a cautious long range forecast about dressing for weather.
Barbs by Phil Pastoret argues the worst thing for a pessimist is being proved wrong. He notes at any cocktail party you attend they will be serving mixed drinks and offers a sharp, skeptical take on social ceremonies.
The Telegram asserts that true freedom comes from self control and personal responsibility, aligning with the Coveting Commandment, the Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence. It emphasizes freedom as a gift from God, not a political grant, and rejects both spontaneity and anarchy as definitions of liberty.
The column explains that there is no drug to raise virus susceptibility, diagnosis is via blood and urine tests with biopsy sometimes confirming hepatitis, and no specific cure exists. Recovery hinges on rest and a high protein sugar diet low in fat, withImuran or mercaptopurine aiding some cases. Transmission can occur through blood, contaminated milk or water, and incubation ranges 16 to 160 days. Most recover in four to six months but fatigue and liver enlargement can persist. Alcohol should be avoided for months after recovery and reintroduction should be gradual.
A jumble of crossword like entries includes scattered terms such as Gazelle, Indigo, East, and Dionysian style hints. The readable fragments hint at linguistic, geographic, and mythic references without a coherent narrative or clear headline.
A Columbus sea scout ship was formed at a YMCA meeting with William Haney named skipper Brose Bunting first mate and Zack Howell second mate. New members include Vernon Pope Bob Gerard Maurice Whitaker Richard Taylor Robert Mills Beal Penington Oscar Hollinger George W. Johansen Lloyd Horton and Harold M. Crowe.
The piece argues Spiro Agnew acted after years of internal warnings about TV news bias. It cites CBS's Frank Stanton and ABC's Leonard Goldenson, noting Edith Efron's TV Guide report and NBC's Shad Northshield who spoke of addressing the silent majority. It links preexisting concerns to Agnew's November stance.
Reuven Frank and Phil Lewis critique network news radicals and coverage bias in September discussions. Edits note Spiro Agnew’s reception, while Fred Freed and others reflect on New Deal roots, class perspectives, and neglect of white working Americans in media narratives. Edith Efron and TV Guide are urged for a Pulitzer.
The notice lists subscription rates for delivered carrier service in Columbus and surrounding counties including Platte, Boone, Colfax, Merrick and Nance at $11.00 per year and $15.00 elsewhere. It mentions a change of address procedure and indicates regional pricing across mid Nebraska.
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