Nebraskans mark bicentennial with feasts and tributes across state
Across Nebraska, events celebrated the nation’s bicentennial from Mitchell pancake feeds to a Seward sky fireworks show. Osceola and Blair hosted ceremonies while Lt. Gov. Gerald Whelan dedicated scripture gardens and John Raimondi sculptures at interstate rest stops and a time capsule. Thousands joined Heart of America events in Omaha with balloon ascensions and library booths.
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Congress urged to cut foolish regulations on private sector
Thone urged Congress to reduce government controls over business and avoid duplicative rules. He cited a Welfare Commission testimony noting paperwork added 50 cents to each prescription and argued smaller drug firms face higher overhead from regulation. He warned paperwork diverts resources from research into cancer and heart disease.
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Swiss drink more wine a century ago than today
A government report shows Swiss wine consumption averaged 135.9 liters per person yearly from 1893 to 1902, versus 61.9 liters from 1971 to 1975. Officials link lower intake to rising prices and affordability, noting Switzerland ranks fifth in global alcohol use behind France, Italy, West Germany, and Austria.
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Nebraska Treasurer backs tax hike to avoid cash crunch
Nebraska State Treasurer Frank Marsh says he prefers a tax increase to further delaying refunds but cautions he does not seek higher taxes. A new law shifts refund decisions from the State Tax Commission to Marsh, amid a tight budget outlook and calls for higher income and sales taxes to restore large treasury balances.
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Jenson Finishes Navy Basic Course
Navy Seaman Daniel D. Jenson aged 19 son of Mr Dean Jenson of Newman Grove completed the basic enlisted course at the Naval Submarine School He learned basic theory construction and operation of nuclear powered and diesel submarines and shipboard organization damage control and submarine safety for his first assignment A 1975 graduate of Newman Grove High School he joined the Navy in January 1976.
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St Edward Cloverlodge Nursing Home Sold to Jack Vetter
St Edward changes hands as Cloverlodge Nursing Home is sold to Jack Vetter of Millard. Vetter previously led Pineview Manor in Valentine from 1965 to 1968 and has served with the Bethesda Foundation since 1968 as vice president and director of operations for its 22 nursing homes and one hospital. Mrs Pauline Korup, former owner, plans to remain in St Edward.
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Motorcycle safety course begins in Lincoln today
A four week motorcycle safety course starts in Lincoln with eight hours of classroom work and eight hours of road training. Instructors from Southeast Technical Community College Lincoln police cycle dealers and the Nebraska Safety Council will teach. Course graduates will receive motorcycle licenses. Connecticut derives its name from Algonquian words meaning long river place.
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