Oil battle reaches climax in federal fight over offshore drilling
In a high stakes clash in Washington, California and 15 communities seek delays as the Interior Department plans a Dec 11 auction of 1.25 million offshore acres for exploratory drilling. Estimates of oil and gas vary widely, with environmental, military, and regional interests shaping the debate.
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Jack V. Fox
Los Angeles
UPI
California
America
Washington
Interior Department
Rhode Island
Santa Barbara
San Clemente
Santa Monica Bay
San Diego
Defense Department
Santa Barbara Channel
United States
U.S. Geological Survey
Western Oil and Gas Association
Geological Survey
WOGA
Interior 1T
Alaska
Delaware
Maine
Massachusetts
New Jersey
New York
Louisiana
Texas
Gulf of Mexico
Middle West
Investigators review evidence in two B57 crash near Offutt Base
Air Force accident investigation teams examined the scene and records after two Kansas Air National Guard B57s collided in fog near Offutt Air Force Base. Both crews ejected. one pilot injured, the other unhurt. Officials expect weeks to months for findings.
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Bellevue
Neb
UPI
Air Force
Kansas Air National Guard
Offutt Air Force Base
Thomas Cooper
Strategic Air Command
Cooper
Ehrling Bergquist
Offutt
Gary Keller
Wyllie E. Nolen
Bergquist
Keller
Norback
Omaha
Danger of holiday season poisons from common decorations
The Children’s Memorial Hospital Poison Information Center reports 622 December calls in 1974, with 375 involving young children under five. Lead in tinsel, spray decorations, poinsettias, and mistletoe pose poisoning and choking risks. keep foods away from sprays and store utensils safely. For information call toll free 800-642-9999.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Children’s Memorial Hospital Poison Information Center
Children’s Memorial Hospital
Rhode Island Passes First Speed Law in Newport
In 1678 the Rhode Island general assembly enacted the first speeding restriction, banning horse galloping through Newport streets. The informal colonial law aimed to curb public disturbance and chaos in town lanes.
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America
Rhode Island General Assembly
Newport
Best and Worst Bridge Hands From the Vanderbilt Cup
A reader asks about memorable hands in bridge careers. Oswald recalls a slam in the 1930 Vanderbilt Cup where a misled hand and underled ace affected the outcome. Culbertson’s six hearts stood firm. Oswald’s team finished second.
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Jim
Oswald
Ted Lightner
South
Ely Culbertson
Culbertson
East
Horoscope roundup for December 2 1975
Astrology notes for Leo through Pisces issued July 23 to Aug 22. Virgo urged to finish tasks, Libra advised to weigh options, Scorpio sees bright prospects, Sagittarius to rely on ingenuity, Capricorn to share credit, Aquarius urged social activity, Pisces to focus on a key goal. December 2, 1975.
Scottsbluff denies discrimination in federal suit
Lincoln Nebraska UPI report states Scottsbluff City Attorney Loren Olsson rejects allegations that municipal services in Southeast Scottsbluff favor white neighborhoods. He argues no Mexican American or white neighborhoods exist and Panhandle Legal Services lacks standing to sue. The city notes it operates recreation programs at Guadalupe Center and Roosevelt Elementary and plans a park, while the association’s claim centers on schools youth centers and equal services.
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Lincoln, Neb
UPI
Scottsbluff
U.S
Loren Olsson
Olsson
Panhandle
Southeast Scottsbluff Improvement Association
Lincoln
Donald Overman
Scotts Bluff
Guadalupe Center
Roosevelt
Public notices and probate actions in Platte County Nebraska
Notices announce creditors must file claims by March 15 1976 for the estate of Oliver F Kreezing er. a claims hearing is set for March 18 1976. City of Columbus schedules a public council meeting December 3 1975 at 8 PM with an accessible agenda. Probate hearing for Arthur Stone is set for December 9 1975. final report on Nora Clausen estate set for December 4 1975.
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Oliver F. Kreizinger
Nebraska
Gerald E. Rouse
Columbus
Council Chamber
City Hall
11Th Street
LEOA
Boettcher
Platte County
Arthur Stone
State OF
Harland A. Stone
Joe R. Broz
Nora Clausen
Erichle
Henry R. Clausens
Ted
Ay E
Rouse County
Columbus Park bids sought for Playground Equipment 1975
The Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners of Columbus Nebraska calls for bids by 3 00 P M December 9 1975 at the Municipal Golf Course Building for playground gear including twelve coil spring riders two 4 way climbers and multiple backstops benches and seesaw SeeSaw and slide items with freight included and installation by city crews. Bids may be rejected or adjusted after opening. Project Gerrard Park is part of this effort with federal funds and equal opportunity requirements.
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Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners of
Columbus
Nebraska
Columbus Park System
Columbus Park Department
Municipal Golf Course
Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners
Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners City of
James L. Rich, Jr
Columbus Gerrard Park
Columbus Gerrard Park Improvements
27Th Street
45Th Avenue
City of
Gratitude Messages From Behlen Memorial Hospital Patients
Claude Fletcher expresses appreciation for cards gifts and visits during stay at Behlen Memorial Hospital and thanks doctors nurses and pastors. Marilyn Obrist also thanks relatives friends cards flowers gifts and visits and acknowledges doctors and nurses.
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Behlen Memorial Hospital
Claude Fletcher
Behlen Hospital
Marilyn Obrist
Brooks
Miss
Bergan Mercy Hospital
Omaha
Raymond Jones
Nebraska farm auction sale calendar highlights December
A crowded sale calendar from Kimball to Albion and Humphrey lists multiple farm, personal property, and machinery auctions. Entries note dates December 2 to December 6 with times, locations, and auction firms Wegener Jensen Fowlkes Nelson Weldon and others managing sales across Platte County and surrounding areas.
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Mountain Standard
Kimball Equipment Co
Kimball
Nebraska
Wegener, Jensen, Fowlkes, Inc
Tom Twibell
Orchard
Melvin & Agnes Michaelson
Monastery Rd
Conyers Auction Co
Richard & Judy Wallick
Albion
Fowlkes
Wegener
Nelson
Weldon
Ernest and
Elsie Loseke
Humphrey
Nebr
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Mason Road
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David W. Williams
Williams
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James Jacoby
Michigan
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Aquarius
Hale Observatory
Calif
Kitt Peak Observatory
Ariz
Lick Observatory
McDonald Observatory
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County Court OF
Pasa
Robert Kline
Columbus Telegram
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Eeeese
Archie At
Nielsen Chevrolet
GB & B
Gene’s Lawn Service
Joe Schafer
Wes Johnson
L & Construction
Long & Wlaschin
J.M. Construction
Timex Watches
Rickert Jewelers
Keen Korner
Ernest & Elsie Roseke Machinery
Tarner
Wegener, Jensen & Fwikes, Inc
Haiar
Illiam
Rush Bros
Grubabgh Bros
Auc & Clerks
Magdalena Lossi
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