Flood threat grows across central Nebraska from storms
United Press International reports rising flood danger due to heavy overnight rainfall in central Nebraska. Eustis saw at least four inches, while Cozad and Norfolk measured near two inches. Flash flood warnings covered Burt, Cuming, and northern Dodge counties as forecasts called for more rain and potential severe storms through Saturday.
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Ford plan to curb crime aims at tougher federal laws
Attorney General Edward Levi said President Ford's package to guarantee prison terms for hard core criminals and crack down on organized crime would reduce the nation's crime rate. The plan calls for mandatory sentences in some cases, higher fines, victim payments up to 50000, prison upgrades, gun control steps, and a model state code with state and local enforcement emphasized. Levi stressed quick trials and certain sentences, and Ford urged Congress to enact tougher federal laws along with state action to combat street crime and urban violence.
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Railway clerks union agrees to 24 hour strike extension
Washington says the railway clerks union agreed to a one day extension delaying a threatened national strike until midnight Monday. Federal mediators said the delay was requested to avoid a weekend shutdown that could cripple the economy and disrupt mills, autos, utilities, and farms.
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National Railway Labor Conference
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Police recover over million in cash from Quebec bank heist
In Manicouagan Quebec police say they recovered all of the more than 1 million dollars stolen Thursday by three men in the province's largest bank robbery in more than ten years.
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Inflation easing seen as CPI up 0.4 percent in May
U S government data show the Consumer Price Index rising 0.4 percent in May led by gasoline costs and meats while broad declines occur in sugar cereal dairy and fats. The index implies $100 in 1967 goods cost $159.30 in May with 9 percent three month inflation for the period.
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Seek bandit after Bellevue bank robbery
Authorities search for a sandy haired bandit with a bushy moustache who robbed the Bellevue Southroads Bank of 5000 to 10000 dollars. The white man in his early 20s wore blue jeans and fled on foot after brandishing a pistol. No prime suspect named by the FBI. The inquiry continues for a separate Omaha Savings and Loan robbery suspect.
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Nebraska Public Power District Urges Media to Promote Conservation
The district asks Nebraska news outlets to show the way in conserving electricity this summer. A rise in costs and Cooper Nuclear Station output reductions due to instrumentation tube vibrations strain generation and raise the need for reduced peak demand. Public officials urge employers and media to shift nonessential usage outside peak periods.
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Assurance of Plenty of Gasoline for Summer Driving
Federal Energy Administrator Frank Zarb urged the public not to fear shortages, saying there should be enough gasoline for summer driving. He dismissed panic reports and noted the tariff would raise prices only minimally, with total increases expected around five cents per gallon.
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UPI
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Cattle Prices Expected to Fade Later This Year
Washington sees spring cattle price boom likely to ease by fall with only modest declines. Factors include lean pork and poultry supplies, potential grass shortages by late summer, and uncertain grain costs. Weather and feed crop size will shape 1975-76 supply.
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Washington
UPI
Agriculture Department
Former Chicago syndicate chief Giancana killed in Oak Park
Sam Momo Giancana aged 95, longtime Chicago crime syndicate leader, was shot dead in his Oak Park home. Police found him on the basement kitchen floor with a single mouth wound and five neck shots, six .22 shells nearby. No forced entry. a small caliber gun may point to a personal or professional hit. A money clip with 1400 dollars was found on the body. Giancana had faced grand jury subpoenas and CIA ties in Senate inquiries.
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House passes energy bill amid debate on oil use
The House approved a measure to curb oil consumption with import quotas, tax credits for fuel conservation, and a fund for energy research. Treasury Secretary Simon dismissed it as meaningless, while sponsor Ullman hailed it as a step toward a new energy base. The bill moves to the Senate on party lines.
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