New England snowstorm leaves over a million without power
A late season snowstorm dumped up to 18 inches in parts of New England, snapping power lines and causing outages for about 625,000 homes and businesses across Massachusetts Rhode Island and Connecticut. The storm also drove record lows along the Atlantic coast and brought frost warnings to several states. Tobacco and fruit crops faced damage while crews worked to restore electricity.
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Officials to meet here for mayor council conference
Nebraska elected officials will gather in Columbus for their annual mayor council conference. City Administrator Lloyd Castner said registration starts at 8 a.m. Thursday with lunch sessions and an evening banquet. Friday includes breakfast work sessions and a 1 30 p.m. adjournment.
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Judge allows laetrile imports with doctor affidavit
US District Judge Luther Bohanan ruled cancer patients may import laetrile if accompanied by a doctor’s affidavit of need. The decision, made after talks with FDA attorneys and patient representatives, challenges FDA guidance requiring recent exams and a terminal prognosis. Kenneth Coe called the ruling a victory for pro-Laetrile advocates.
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NATO Endorses Carter Proposals for Stronger Alliance
NATO unanimously backs President Carter's plans to toughen and streamline the alliance. Secretary General Luns calls the reception very positive as members plan a Washington summit in a year to study rapid defense improvements, long term planning into the 1980s, and East West relations. If no progress on SALT or European Security Conference is achieved, NATO will prepare a long term defensive plan.
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Lakeview Teacher Wins German Study Abroad Grant
Bertha Johnson, a Lakeview High School French and German teacher, has been awarded a government funded grant by the University of California to join the Education Abroad Program at Eberhard Karls University in Tübingen Germany. The seven week session begins July 18 and covers tuition and living costs. Participants receive 12 hours of graduate credit.
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Scotus Central honors day marks scholastic achievements
Scotus Central Catholic High School honored students Tuesday night for scholastic and other achievements. Recipients included Diane Caren with multiple scholarships, Terry Zuerlein with several awards and honors, Jim Feehan as scholar athlete of the year, and numerous others across academics athletics and music.
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Platte County Agricultural Society
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Platte
Charles Putnam
Carter reports progress after London Geneva talks
President Carter returns to Washington after a six day European trip highlighting Western alliance and new cooperation mechanisms. He plans a Thursday news conference to report on talks with European leaders and hinted at a possible France visit in the fall. Brzezinski praised renewed confidence in the West while cautioning peace talks remain uncertain this year.
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Longevity pay near miss in Nebraska legislature
In Lincoln Nebraska a plan to grant longevity pay to State Game Commission officers failed by one vote during LBRS2 debate amid broader budget bill discussions. The same session saw continued backing for longevity pay for State Patrol and amendments altering agency funding.
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Pleasant weather dominates Nebraska skies and temps
A high pressure area over Colorado with a cold front from the Dakotas to Colorado shaped Nebraska weather today. Panhandle clear, rest partly cloudy. Tonight may bring sprinkles and thunderstorms in western areas. southerly winds 10-15 mph central and east, lighter in the Panhandle. Lows 42 to 67, highs in the 70s, then mid 70s to low 80s Thursday. extended Friday to Sunday with possible showers, no big temp shifts. Tel Aviv crash kills 54 aboard in Israel's worst air disaster amid maneuvers near the Dead Sea.
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Five Area Plants Plan Open House During Industry Week
Jon Stavas of the Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce announced five local manufacturing plants will hold open house during Industry Recognition Week May 16 21. Participating plants include Behlen Manufacturing Dale Electronics Priday Fleischer Manufacturing Middle Style Manufacturing and Moorman Manufacturing with varied hours from May 16 to May 20. A Dutch treat luncheon to salute local industry is set for noon May 20 at the Holiday Inn with reservations at 564 2709 by May 18.
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Public meeting on road projects and trees in Columbus
The Nebraska Highway Commission and Department of Roads will hold a public information meeting May 23 at 7:30 p.m. at Holiday Inn in Columbus. Officials will explain tree removals and other effects from the proposed U.S. 8 and 20 viaduct improvement from 8th to 2nd Streets. Interested persons and organizations are invited.
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TV Star Don Stewart Set for St Francis Alumni Banquet
Television personality Don Stewart known for The Guiding Light will speak at the St Francis Alumni Banquet in the auditorium at 7 pm. He is a former Norfolk resident. Alumni planning reunions should contact president Ferry Wembhoff at 563 1753.
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Don Stewart
St. Peais
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Stewart
Michael Bower
Guiding Light
St. Francis Auditorium
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John Mortimer named city playground director in Columbus
The Board of Park and Recreational Commissioners appointed John Mortimer Mohroe High coach residing in Columbus as city playground director with a 1000 dollar salary plus expenses for the summer. The board plans refurbishing Memorial Stadium at Pawnee Park and will not use Pawnee for minor games for one year while trials run.
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