Nebraska Weather Clears But Turns Cold Across State
A cold high pressure ridge brought clear skies and frigid temps across Nebraska. Temperatures ranged from the upper teens to mid 30s, with lows near 7 below zero at Valentine and highs reaching 27 at Omaha. Forecast calls for increasing clouds, possible snow flurries in northern and western Nebraska tonight, and colder readings by Tuesday with light snow possible. An apparent tornado struck the Lawrence Christianson farm near Steinauer Saturday night causing barn and chicken house damage with marble hail and 35 to 40 mph winds.
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Clark warns of danger in arms aid to Angola
Senator Clark cites risk of U S support for Angola guerrillas fueling Vietnam like conflict. He notes U S has funneled money via Zaire to factions and says an amendment to require congressional approval before military equipment can be sent appears likely to pass.
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Mansfield backs compromise over tax cut veto plan
Senate Democratic leader Mike Mansfield said Democrats aim to override President Ford's veto of the tax cut extension but prefer a compromise. He supported a nonbinding sense of the Congress to curb spending, while Ford demands a binding 1977 spending ceiling. House leader O'Neill predicted an override, citing political pressure and timing.
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Soviet five year plan aims Western trade with little consumer relief
The 1976 80 plan emphasizes higher foreign trade with the West and lower production quality overall, while consumer goods face small gains. Grain output targets rise sharply amid a drought year, but living standards are not expected to improve substantially. Wages are projected at about 28 dollars per month by 1980.
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New bid to end fighting in Lebanon at Hilton Hotel
In BRIRAT Lebanon security forces moved into Seirat’s seafront area and seized control of the unfinished Hilton Hotel as part of a government push to end the fighting between Muslim and Christian militiamen. After a cease fire the violence eased to isolated sniping. Beirut and other cities have seen nearly 600 dead and 900 wounded. Soldiers began negotiations to seize the St Georges and Phoenicia hotels from leftists while sniper fire still sent residents scrambling for cover near Ain Mresle and the American Embassy.
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King calls Spanish cabinet to special session for reform
King Juan Carlos convened the two day old government in Madrid to map its reform aims as Spaniards seek clarity on moves away from Franco era. Interior Minister Manuel Fraga said the cabinet would issue a statement outlining cautious but steady reform plans.
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UNESCO debate labels Israel racist amid resignation stir
Arab and Communist delegates pressed a resolution at UNESCO branding Israel racist while a top official, Joel Blocker, resigned in protest over anti Israel actions at the UN and its agencies. The dispute echoes the UN stance and recalls prior 1974 UNESCO funding actions against Israel.
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Fire death adds to December toll near Columbus
Columbus pharmacist Larry Gerdes, 48, died from smoke and gas inhalation in a blaze that gutted his one story Wagner Lakes home. Firefighters arrived after 2 am and found his body in the hallway. Autopsy used dental records to identify him. The incident marked the fifth accidental fatality near Columbus in the first half of December amid two earlier traffic deaths. Investigators from the State Fire Marshal and Columbus Fire Department probed the cause as about 30 firefighters battled the flames with six trucks and equipment, while the roof collapsed.
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Planning body documents to reach Platte County Supervisors
Platte County Board of Supervisors will hear at least two documents on the Platte County Joint Planning Commission and its work to date at Tuesday’s meeting. County Attorney ay Baker plans to present a resolution creating an office of planning and development with federal aid and staffing. copies may be obtained via the supervisors. A public hearing on zoning and subdivision regulations will be held at 8 tonight in the district courtroom, third door of the Courthouse. The supervisors meet at 9 am Tuesday to open bids on a motor trailer with a snow plow.
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Surrender of South Moluccans Ends Train Hostage Crisis
In Amsterdam a group of Bible reading South Moluccan terrorists who held 23 passengers aboard a hijacked train surrendered after mediation and prayer with hostages. They killed three during the 12 day ordeal and face murder charges. Officials hope the capitulation prompts the remaining gunmen in the Indonesian consulate to surrender, though no sign of imminent violence emerged.
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Soli waives bond in multi charges case
In Miami a man named Soli waived a bond on federal charges during a routine hearing. The magistrate noted the federal charges and that state charges would follow if he posted bond. Police had tracked Soli to a Miami-area scene after tips from associates.
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Investigation into Schuyler Store Break-In
Investigation continues into the Ben Franklin Store break-in in Schuyler. Entry was made through the roof on a late Saturday or Sunday morning. radios tape players cameras watches and a coin collection were taken. Johnny Baldwin, 19 Schuyler, was questioned and is at large after escaping during questioning. District Court Judge C Thomas White oversees the case. Some merchandise has been recovered in a Schuyler residence.
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