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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1972
Page
12
The text details rules for a nomin ating commission including prohibitions on members who served within two years and a requirement that nominees be released publicly. It notes roll call voting by young members and a majority threshold for nomination to the governor.
Nebraska voters would decide in November 1972 on a measure allowing state and local governments to adjust retirement benefits for public officers and employees to reflect cost of living and wage changes after retirement. The amendment would permit periodic reviews while barring general pay increases during terms, and preserve local review of vested pension benefits by ordinance.
Voters face a choice on a constitutional amendment altering the State Board of Equalization and Assessment. A Yes would remove the Tax Commissioner as a member and add an additional board seat to be chosen by the Legislature. A No would keep the Tax Commissioner on the board and omit the extra member.
The passage outlines the appointment and powers of a state tax board. A commissioner is appointed by the Governor with Senate consent and has jurisdiction over the valuation of property for taxes. The board includes key state officials and a fifth member chosen as prescribed by law. It reviews and assesses property tax values and may perform additional duties as mandated by the Legislature.
St Francis Central Schools and Humphrey public schools joined American Legion Foltz Zuerlpin Post No 80 to honor veterans Monday at the St Francis auditorium. After colors, Rev Edwin Albers gave the invocation. Commander Richard J Muser Sr introduced, with speakers Alice Schumacher and Sandy Schmidt. Guest John M Miller Major USAF JANG and Humphrey Public Schools principal addressed attendees.
An archival note references Allen Heermann as secretary of a state body with dates and figures including 46 25 and 30, 1572, suggesting a transcription of historic records and scattered numeric entries without further context. The fragment hints at governance roles and dated entries in a ledger or minutes from a governmental or organizational archive.
Nixon leads in Nebraska polls with 73 percent in an Omaha World Herald survey. McGovern trails as the 1960 and 1964 GOP wins loom large, while both campaigns limit general election visits. McGovern campaigned more in May for the primary, where he defeated Humphrey in popular support and delegates.
School hosts an open house from 7 to 8 p m for parents to meet teachers. Knights of Columbus Halloween party planned Saturday at St Francis Auditorium with prizes and guest Knights invited. Fourth Degree members attended First Holy Communion at St Francis Church 8 30 a m mass. Notable political notes include Gov Hixon comments on McGovern and local Senate race details with Carpenter and Curtis subjects. Nebraska election coverage highlights include congressional and unicameral races, constitutional amendments, and state official terms.
The Rev. William Henry Clem of Albion and his wife Jane were honored at Leigh United Church of Christ for the 50th anniversary of his ordination on October 22, 1922. Clergy from nearby churches presented a clock and flowers as members highlighted his service in Georgia, Kentucky, Illinois, and Nebraska, plus leadership roles in several church associations.
The American Heart Association reports that more than 25,000 infants are born annually with congenital anomalies, highlighting a persistent public health concern and the need for early screening and intervention opportunities.
Kat Wellington AP reports Weldon Barton National Farmers Organization says chances of higher wheat prices next year are slim. He notes Nixon administration actions push toward a larger U S crop and CC stocks could be sold with profit as domestic prices stay above 115 percent of the farm loan rate.
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