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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1976
Page
3
A Columbus Nebraska editorial page from October 4 1976 stresses freedom personal responsibility and self rule. It asserts equality of all men endowed by a creator and calls readers to moral daily living guided by the Coveting Commandment Golden Rule and Declaration of Independence.
Mayor Fred Gerber issues a proclamation for National Employ the Handicapped Week in Columbus. Local employers honored for hiring disabled workers, noting their productivity and perseverance. The piece urges continued inclusive hiring and highlights evolving attitudes and technological aids expanding opportunities for disabled Americans.
California Bar Association lauded four Fresno Bee reporters who spent 15 days in jail for refusing to disclose a secret grand jury transcript on bribery allegations. The measure cites their courage and notes sympathy from Judge Hollis Best and CBS reporter Daniel Schorr, warning against compromising journalistic principles.
Commentary describes Gerald Ford as exceptionally fortunate and protected by fate. It portrays him as a routine leader with few talents who often does the wrong thing or nothing, yet somehow muddles through through decades of public life starting twenty eight years ago.
A defense of personal conscience on abortion contrasts with church involvement in politics. The author criticizes Catholic bishops for pressuring voters and reflects on historical church influence, electing Carter and Ford era stakes, and the evolving methods to prevent pregnancies. The piece laments church overreach and links past reproductive choices to present public policy debates.
Jim Bishop argues bishops should stay out of politics while recounting a Palm Beach monsignor who supported Kennedy and kept opinions from the pulpit. He asserts personal and religious lines should not mix with public policy.
A fragmented critique of public confession and private sorrow in the Carter campaign. The writer derides constant disclosures as spiritual burden and mocks empty social exchanges while questioning the role of politics in personal life and public decorum.
The article traces Gerald Ford’s ascent from House member to president amid political luck and misfortune. It notes Vandenberg’s past influence, Ford’s steady but unremarkable record, and the volatile 1976 campaign atmosphere with Carter as the rival, highlighting rumors of legal issues and media scrutiny that threaten Ford’s momentum.
Ray Cromley argues Carter and Ford rely on quick fixes and grand schemes. He cites a Federal Reserve critic and business leaders calling for less government interference to boost private production, efficiency, and permanent jobs over temporary relief.
A fragmentary report notes a Democratic candidate touring with a focus on showmanship and public parades as the 1998 campaign nears, contrasting with Coolidge's obscured past performances and ambiguous public perception.
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