17 Oct 1970
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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1970
Page
1
A broad overview explains a self employed retirement plan offering up to 2600 dollars annually or 40 percent of income, whichever is lesser, with tax deferral until withdrawal. It discusses eligibility, employer requirements, plan types, and suitability for middle aged versus younger farmers in Platte County.
President Nixon voiced deep disappointment as the Senate recessed for elections without approving the new farm legislation. He warned of consequences for 1971 crops, credit and fertilizer access, and possible disruptions in cotton trading while agriculture secretary Hardin called the delay bipartisan but regrettable.
William Curry of Columbus runs a cattle feeding operation near Columbus. The October business issue of Doane's Agricultural Report discusses his cow herd management in a dryfot on his farm. The magazine is part of Deann's Agricultural Report circulated to over 70,000 farm operators nationwide.
A government tally shows the United States producing WG bushels of apples each year with output varying by season and region. Data indicate shifts in orchard yields and processing demand across major growing states.
A partial telegraph catalog lists subscription options and annual rates for Columbus Georgia readers. It notes monthly and yearly pricing, payment terms, and contact instructions for subscribers seeking service and renewal details.
The Adirondacks derive their name from the phrase three eater used for a gincall tribe. The term reportedly described their practice of making soup from tree bark during shortages. Encyclopaedia Britannica is cited as the source.
The Chancellor of the University of Nebraska will speak at the Cooperative Extension meeting in Grand Island October 21 and 22. The program includes a luncheon speaker and a panel with Dr. John Adams and Robert Rava. Awards will honor six extension workers for long service. The meeting will be at the Yancey Hotel with reservations via the hotel or Grand Island hotel.
A historical note defines Braceros as Mexican laborers admitted to the United States under official permits, contrasted with wetbacks who cross the border illegally, often by swimming. The passage clarifies the origins of the terms and their usage in labor and immigration discussions.
DKAY held an organizational meeting at Darwin Lewis home electing Debbie Wipp as president Barb Pearson as vice president Lori Lewis secretary Peggy Lloyd reporter. They discussed new Riquets and changed meeting date to the first Thursday. Lunch served by Mrs. Lewis and Levi. Junior Homemakers Club at Dist 40 schoolhouse elected Diane Kopacky president Marela Slone vice president Rain Olson secretary Barb treasurer Debby reporter Cn as historian and Jackie Line pledge leader Dues for next year are W cents.
Washington officials announced next year a switch to a pictorial sign system on federally owned public lands. A task force plans 77 symbols to indicate road conditions and services, aiming to improve quick comprehension and reduce accidents by promoting visual thinking over reading.
Ragweed is scientifically named Ambrosia. The statement identifies the plant by its formal genus and species designation.
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