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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1968
Page
6
The AMA and the Association of American Medical Colleges urge more medical schools and faster student production. They call for expanded enrollments and shortened programs so qualified youths have access to medical study, aiming to speed up training to meet rising health service demand.
A defense of taxation misconceptions notes that Americans are not the most heavily taxed globally. It highlights higher state and local spending since 1954 64, with education highways and health costs rising sharply. It warns bond-funded debt shifts tax increases to voters and cautions against blaming federal authorities alone.
A provocative column rails at federal auto standards from fuel mixtures to altitude adjustments and mandatory head rests for 1968 models. It laments difficult starts, jerky acceleration, multi seat belts, and dealer limits on removing belts while joking that Ralph Nader’s timing would have saved us from these laws.
North Platte Telegraph reports renewed criticism of federal regulation over passenger trains. Critics argue short term railroad profits drive cuts, urging a one year moratorium and a national transportation study to preserve and modernize rail services. Congress member Rep John Moss calls for broader planning beyond highways and airlines.
The editorial urges lowering Nebraska's voting age to 19, noting legislature and Governor support and national consideration of 18 as a target. It argues 19 to 21-year-olds are ready for civic duty, cites wartime service, education gains, and that a broad public debate should precede a state constitutional amendment.
Western Nebraska critics urge a formal hearing for John Kurtz at Fort Robinson state park, oppose action by hasty claims, and push for a commission inquisition. They warn closure of thousands of acres harms tourism and regional relations, urging a quick, proper decision by the Game Commission.
A Mesa letter to the editor questions use of the National Guard by presidents in domestic disputes, cites Eisenhower and Kennedy era events, warns against dictatorial power, and urges congressional or judicial sanction before military action. The writer, Leon A Lafler, reflects on language, education, and public leadership as he edges toward personal dental appointment.
Nebraska State Historical Society highlights early cigar making in Brownville and Omaha from 1858 to the early 1900s. Notable firms include Philip Dueser, West and Fristscher, Excelsior Cigar Factory, Waltemade & Wolf, and Saeger & Sons, with a postwar downturn and the Kipp Cigar Co. surviving into recent years. The piece also notes a Catholic relief poster urging support for overseas aid funds.
An analysis from air pollution experts notes fuel mix changes may alter cold starts for 1968 models. It advises depressing the accelerator to set the choke, then pressing to start, with more pumps in severe cold, while acknowledging cars can be stubborn and unpredictable.
The National Safety Council warns that houses pose hazards for children and cites at least 500000 accidental poisonings annually. The council sponsors its seventh National Poison Prevention Week from March 17 to 23.
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Advice on forming healthy dietary habits for children to prevent heart disease. Emphasizes replacing saturated fats with polyunsaturated fats, reducing dietary cholesterol, and counting calories to maintain normal weight. Encourages consulting a doctor for diet planning and notes a forthcoming installment on other risk factors.
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