02 Oct 1972
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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1972
Page
1
Hal Boyle notes overweight seniors and uses quotes on life, science and humor. He cites a Georgetown psychologist on juvenile violence linked to muscular build and disrupted families, adds Victorian devotion lore, folklore omens, and a quip by Elbert Hubbard about football and education.
An AP report from OMAMA Nebraska describes a Spanish survey team led by Jose Rampo Posada Garcia arriving in Omaha to study the cattle industry. Their schedule includes tours of the Omaha Stockyards, Offutt Air Museum, Westroads, Boys Town, and multiple farms and processing plants across Iowa and Nebraska, with officials from Spain's Ministry of Agriculture and local industry participants.
A leather punch is displayed on page today and noted as a tool that could create new holes in a leather belt. Albert Miksch of Plate Center brought the item in for viewing.
Published each evening except Sundays off holidays. Subscription rates listed for delivery in Columbus and surrounding areas. Mailing rates shown for Nebraska and other states. Change of address instructions provided to subscribers.
Laguna Beach AP reports Thomas Merrick, a financier who buys and sells unwanted properties, says he will offer $1 million for the Roman Colosseum in Rome if officials there accept. He plans to spend more than $11 million to restore the ruin and charge an admission fee, with the city sharing profits.
The Lower Big Blue Natural Resource District requests the Corps of Engineers to study debris removal on the Big Blue River to prevent log jams and backwater into Beatrice. The panel also debated flood plain zoning, noting a 24.2 foot record stage in 1951 and a proposed boundary eight feet higher, based on a 100 year rain and a 1 year flood.
Aries through Pisces predictions offer brief guidance on daily tasks and personal matters. The text advises organization, prudent finances, and seeking expert advice when needed, with emphasis on calm, practical action and thoughtful communication. It also notes potential for career progress and family guidance depending on the signs.
Missouri Senator Thomas Eagleton told an Omaha rally the substitution of Sargent Shriver for him on the Democratic ticket should not be a fatal blow to Democratic hopes in November. He defended the pragmatic revision and urged focus on which ticket is best Nixon-Nixon or McGovern-Shriver. He claimed Missouri is a Winnable state and noted some backlash but said many have returned to support. One prisoner release by North Vietnam was not to be politicized, and Eagleton discussed Social Security and revenue sharing.
Sen and Mrs George McGovern and Secretary of State Mrs William Rogers attended a closely guarded Kennedy Center concert by the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra for Israel’s 26th founding anniversary. About 4 000 guests joined a Rabin-hosted reception. McGovern and Rogers were seen exchanging greetings at intermission amid extraordinary security with no incidents reported.
In Brandon a gunman killed four, including John T. Sanders and his wife Catherine, their son Earl, and family friend James Bridges. Evelyn Sanders Johnson and her two children survived. Arrests followed a high speed chase. Thoas Chambers and Robert Harris were charged with first degree murder.
New York AP reports men are entering roles long seen as female work. AT&T and Eastern Airlines note rising male participation in secretarial, operator, nurse, and steward positions, fueled by equal opportunity rulings and tight job markets.
The Rev J Kunce pastor of First Baptist Church was elected to a three year term on the state Hoard of Managers of the Nebraska Baptist State Convention at Hastings. Other officers elected include Mrs Robert Phares president Rev John Hoage vice president Mrs WWE Borchers treasurer Mrs Robert Williams recording secretary and Mrs Kanee vice president of the Parish Queen pageant.
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