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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1977
Page
4
Final Nebraska action keeps 55 mph top limit with emergency effect upon governor’s signature. Kill attempt failed 33-12 in the Legislature. The bill does not alter interstate 55 rules but blocks expansion to all state highways.
The USDA announces proposed official grade standards for triticale a grain blending wheat and rye characteristics. Standards will be established on May 1 1977 by the department.
Nebraska Governor J James Exon ranks energy shortages as the nation’s main issue citing shrinking oil and natural gas supplies over the next 20 to 30 years. He spoke as the March Energy Conservation Month program was unveiled by the Nebraska Energy Conservation Committee with Bill Ramsey stressing prior leadership and potential yearlong impact.
President Carter calls for normal relations with every country, citing Cuba and Angola as possible steps. He backs easing tensions with Angola after Cuba reportedly withdraws troops, and favors normalization with Cuba if it ends its influence and improves human rights. He also supports Vietnam’s UN admission after accounting for MIAs.
Girl Scouts collected 90 dollars 25 cents for the Heart Fund in Bellwood residential and business areas. Clyde Cook served as chairman of the local Heart Fund drive.
Fifteen Albion fifth graders participate in a monthly Fire Patrol program led by State Deputy Fire Marshal Larry Pochop and others. They learn fire safety, hazard checks, and first aid. top reporters will become Fire Patrol chief and assistant chief, earning gold badges and rides on the fire truck.
Grammy winner Wonder dominates the National Academy honors as his album Songs in the Key of Life is voted top album of 1976 and he collects four major awards. The Hollywood ceremony spotlights his impact in music with multiple wins across key categories.
Nebraska Attorney General Paul Douglas launched an antitrust probe into Great Western Sugar Co alleging that layoff actions at four Panhandle plants may amount to closing operations. Gov. Exon urged swift action, warning of possible injunctive steps if closures targeted beet growers and workers.
Members of the Good Time Losers Weight Club gathered at Edna Hiller's home to see who could lose the most weight in a contest. They planned to meet at 6 p.m. each Wednesday during Lent.
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