Washington bid to make George a General gains traction
In a bicentennial move the House Armed Services committee approved a bill to promote George Washington to General of the Armies, despite concerns it might be a poetic gesture. Critics argued it echoes Michelangelo and could spur similar “paper honors,” while supporters note Washington’s historic status and Congress previously considered the promotion.
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Oldest 8000-year campsite uncovered near I-5 Salem
Highway workers along Interstate 5 near Salem unearthed what may be an 8000 year old campsite with hearths and cooking points. A guard is posted to deter looting while University of Oregon Museum of Natural History archaeologists help extract artifacts and carbon samples to date the site.
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Nebraska City youth sentenced for double murder and assault
Thomas Gene Cole, 19, received life in the Penal Complex for the April 1 murder of Mrs. Roettger and 16 to 25 years for the knife assault on her daughter Stephanie Rouse, 11. He pleaded guilty to amended charges of second degree murder and assault with intent to kill after withdrawing earlier pleas.
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State agency must justify spending in 1977-78 requests
The Nebraska Department of Administrative Services requires agencies to justify funding requests for fiscal 1977-78 by Sept. 15. Each agency receives a 77 page funding procedure booklet. Inadequate performance data may lead to budget returns and affect governor recommendations. John Jacobson notes salary procedures may revert to anniversary date boosts.
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Debates urged as LWV seeks 4 million signatures
The League of Women Voters seeks a nationwide petition drive to compel presidential nominees to debate this fall. They aim for 4 million signatures, planning three Carter versus GOP nominee debates and one Mondale versus GOP VP debate.
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