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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1976
Page
18
Columbus Telegram discusses promoting freedom and self control as moral duties. It asserts equal endowment by the Creator, not government, and calls for living by the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence. Readers are invited to contribute at P O Box 648 Columbus Nebraska.
An opinion piece critiques the use of drift as a political label, tracing its history from Walter Lippmann to modern politicians. The author argues that opponents of drift push anti democratic aims and mock the idea of routine progress, calling for more curb on political leaders and skepticism toward social engineering.
Readers thank The People Speak editors and Jacoby Brothers for clarity on a bridge issue. A Columbus teen asks what activities exist for youth on weekends, suggesting few options beyond repetitive films and street cruising, and invites ideas from locals. The note references a 1947 1952 revolving fund certificate inquiry and directs inquiries to the Nebraska State Treasurer.
In Charleston, Ford ordered the word detente dropped from official use after the Texas primary, yet Kissinger policy by that name remains central to debate. Regardless of the November election, U.S. foreign policy must be reassessed to see if detente has protected or weakened the nation.
In a column reflecting on readers and politicians, the Nebraska publisher rebuts calls for endorsements while praising local congressmen and a senator. He lauds Virginia Smith and criticizes Jimmy Carter on detente, budgets, and policy, noting personal access to lawmakers and a commitment to informing readers.
A reflective essay tracks a family’s car history from Graham-Paige to Lincoln, recalling moppy hair era contrasts and the drive toward smaller, lighter vehicles as daughters grow independent. It notes costs, road trips, and the funny memory of a doctor’s hospital bill, weaving in personalities like Virginia Lee and Rabbi Wise with cars and culture.
A string of quips about cars, politicians, and public figures. The author mocks shifting allegiances, party talk, and media commentary, recounting anecdotes about owners like Kroll Motors and Buccino, and noting investors’ bets on Democrats. The piece blends humor with political culture through named places and people.
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