High court to rule on gag order
The Supreme Court will decide whether to strike down a Nebraska order barring press reporting of testimony in a murder case. Nebraska's high court allowed radio and print outlets to be barred from publishing confessions or admissions against interest by defendant Charles Erwin Simants in the Sutherland murders.
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Moore asks to change to guilty plea for Ford shooting
Sara Jane Moore asked U S District Judge Samuel Conti to change her plea to guilty in the attempt to murder President Ford. The judge planned a mental competency hearing and postponed the trial from Monday to Tuesday. Moore, 45, said she willingly fired and made peace with her conscience.
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Leana Wellman Leads Thy Serve and Shore City Church Event
Leana Wellman chairs a meeting at the Methodist Church titled Thy Serve and Shore City, guiding discussion on church activities and community outreach with church members present.
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Douglas Refuses Formal Opinion On Reflective Bicycle Tires
Lincoln Nebraska Attorney General Paul Douglas says no formal opinion exists on a law requiring reflective tires on bicycles. He notes a reported Justice Department opinion is a misunderstanding and says any formal opinion would involve further research and review.
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U S population grows by almost ten million in five years
Washington reports the U S population expanding to about 213.1 million, up 4.8 percent since 1970. The Census Bureau cites a boom in the South and West as the main driver of growth during the five year period.
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Ford signs repeal of state fair trade laws
President Ford issued a signing statement at the White House announcing a law that eliminates state fair trade laws to boost consumer discounts nationwide. He said the move restores competition, noting 15 states had abolished such laws this year and 21 still retain them.
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Newman Grove School Board Delays Book Removal Suit
Nebraskan Civil Liberties Union agrees to hold off a lawsuit while the Newman Grove school board reconsiders its decision to remove the novel laws from the library. NCLU officials say a reversal would cancel the suit. officials defend board authority over books citing objections to language.
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Cooper Nuclear Plant shutdown not tied to reactor
Nebraska Public Power District spokesman Ron Bogus said the Cooper Nuclear Plant shut down Wednesday around 4 pm due to a problem in the excitation system that supplies direct current to the generators. He stressed the issue is not connected to the nuclear reactor, and replacement parts from Westinghouse were expected today with a goal of returning to service Sunday or Monday.
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London siege ends as four IRA gunmen captured
Police in downtown London freed hostage Mrs Shella Matthews and two others after a 140 hour standoff at Balcombe Street in Dorset Square. Four IRA gunmen surrendered on the balcony as police marksmen watched, ending an eight month bombing campaign that killed 27 and injured 540. Hostage John Matthews, 54, was also involved in the confrontation and the gunmen were jailed for terrorism related crimes. Mrs Matthews was treated for shock and listed in good condition at University College hospital.
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Consumer optimism fragile warns US recovery risks
Ann Arbor based Survey Research Center reports consumer sentiment teetering as bad news could curb spending. Index sits at 74.4, near the lows of the 1970 recession, though households report better finances and more saving. Auto interest rises despite price concerns. long term outlook shows increased pessimism.
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Two Freed in Angola Release of CBS Journalist Duo
CBS journalist Don Webster and freelance cameraman Bill Mutschmann released after being held by warring factions in Angola since November 22. The Leftist Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola announced the detentions on unspecified charges a week prior.
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Reagan Leads Ford for GOP Nomination in Gallup Poll
A Gallup poll shows Ronald Reagan ahead of President Ford among Republicans and independents for the GOP presidential nomination. Reagan 40 percent of Republicans. Ford 22 percent. Independent results show Reagan 27 percent mid October vs Ford 2 percent. Mansfield says Senate will vote on Supreme Court nominee Stevens by next Wednesday or Thursday.
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Richardson to be sworn in next few days
Elliot Richardson will be sworn in as Commerce secretary within a few days, making him the only American to hold four cabinet posts. The Senate confirmed Richardson for the job Thursday without debate. He previously served as undersecretary of state, HEW, defense, and attorney general.
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Wet Weekend Snow Possibility Across Nebraska and Dakotas
Wet weekend outlook with cloudy skies and light precipitation across Nebraska and South Dakota. Fatigue of icy roads due to drizzle and freezing drizzle prompted travel hazards. temperatures expected to stay in the 20s to 30s with a chance of snow by Saturday, as an Arctic high and developing low pressure influence the region.
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