Oil spill slick extends 20 miles on the Delaware River
A Liberian tanker grounding near Marcus Hook, Pa, has spilled about 133,500 gallons of light Arabian crude into the Delaware River, forming a 20 mile slick threatening New Jersey and Delaware shores. Coast Guard officials say containment is underway with booms and divers aiding cleanup, with a multi-day to weeks timeframe.
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White named to Nebraska Supreme Court by Gov Exon
Gov. J. James Exon named Columbus District Judge C. Thomas White to the Nebraska Supreme Court saying his long district court career and service as Platte County Attorney fit the role. White, 48, will start after district court matters and hopes to finish by March 1. He replaces retiring Judge John E. Newton.
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Bilandic Chosen Acting Mayor After Daley Death
The Chicago City Council select ed Michael A. Bilandic 53 alderman from Daley ally ship for acting mayor amid racial tensions. Wilson Frost opposed led by black bloc but conceded as Bilandic won 45 votes. Frost to No 2 man pending six month special election. Bilandic declines mayoral run. Daley’s death ends a 21 year era as city reels from political shifts.
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Loup Power completes north Columbus transformer upgrade
Gordon Buchholz of the Loup Power District says a project in the area from 26th Avenue to 32nd Avenue and 27th Street to 32nd Street has finished upgrading transformers to permit increased primary voltage. Residents are thanked for cooperation during the conversion.
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Telegram rate hike due to higher operating costs
The Columbus Telegram will raise carrier delivered subscription rates by $3 per year and add 25 cents per month from subscribers starting January 1. Publisher David F. Lyons cites sharp newsprint and ink cost increases, noting two 1976 newsprint price hikes and rising second class postage. Newstand price remains 15 cents.
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Cold air brings wintry Nebraska conditions
A large arctic high pressure system in western Canada and the U S brings cold air and snow flurries across Nebraska. Eastern and northern areas report cloudy skies with flurries while western regions stay mostly sunny and temperatures run in the 20s and 30s.
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Tremor Shakes East Central Italy. No Damage Reported
A predawn earthquake struck east central Italy near Ancona, sending residents fleeing in panic but causing no injuries or damage according to officials.
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Carter points to tax cut and work program in economic plan
President elect Jimmy Carter says a tax cut is a likely prospect in an upcoming economic package while his first priority will be a work opportunity program to reduce unemployment. He notes outline form figures and potential adjustments based on economic signals.
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November Trade Deficit Hits 906 Million
The Commerce Department reports a record 906 million deficit in November as imports rise 1 percent to 10.5 billion led by petroleum and foods while exports fall about 1 percent to 9.6 billion. For the year exports total 104.5 billion versus 109.5 billion in imports.
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Motor vehicle license renewals begin January in Nebraska
Nebraskans start renewing motor vehicle license plates next week under a new system. Renewals run a full year from purchase. January and February expirations reflect earlier deadlines. Check the plate sticker or registration slip for your date. Platte County Treasurer Marietta Newman says renewals begin Monday.
Yearend Tax Reminder for Platte County Residents
Platte County Treasurer Marietta Newman warns that the courthouse closes Friday December 31 with final business on December 30 January 3 and January renewals handled. Assessor Mona More will mail January motor vehicle tax statements to about 13 000 of 29 964 registered vehicles. New LB 839 requires mobile home residents in counties for 30 days or more to obtain a permit and pay taxes by March 1 1977 with a 20 percent or $25 penalty for noncompliance.
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