Ford warns oil embargo would hurt US economy
Former President Gerald R Ford told University of Nebraska students that another Middle East war could trigger an oil embargo similar to 1973, with serious repercussions across the board for the United States economy. He spoke to political science classes in Omaha and Lincoln.
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Phase II for Carter Faces Test in Memory of Lance and Canal
Washington columnist Dick West outlines how President Carter confronts a tough week with Lance controversy and Panama Canal talks. He imagines a newsroom briefing and possible policy pivots, noting energy, paperwork, and the canal treaty as key flashpoints. Ford adds remarks on oil embargo risks and Rhodesia, while urging careful handling of Salt II and Middle East issues.
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Senate canal treaty hearings spark political clash
Senate Foreign Relations Committee named witnesses for Panama Canal treaties hearings led by John Sparkman. Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan join bipartisan debate as the panel prepares for three weeks of testimony with a vote not expected until early next year.
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Officials face sunshine law limits in Nebraska cities
KEARNEY Neb UPI officials at the Nebraska Municipalities convention said few city workers must file financial disclosures under the Political Accountability and Disclosure Act. James Baylor of the Accountability and Disclosure Commission led a session noting disclosure applies to state and county officials unless city roles involve county duties. Former Senator Warren Swigart discussed pay and public service, while Valley City Administrator John Sullivan warned the law could deter candidates. Kearney Mayor Francis Richards questioned form complexity and its impact on running for office.
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Eastward sweep of radioactive debris from Chinese test
UPI reports a cloud of radioactive debris spreading toward the Atlantic Coast at 35 000 feet prompts Ohio farmers to shelter cattle and store grain. Expanded rain forecasts raise fallout chances across eastern states as EPA notes low radiation at 37 monitoring sites and predicts the plume will pass offshore by weekend.
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City plans to expand fair employment committee
Omaha report says City Councilman Jerry Hasasett will introduce an ordinance to expand the Fair Employment Practices Committee from seven to nine members. The measure would let the panel form subcommittees of at least three to hear complaints, addressing a backlog of 40 to 50 cases.
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Skunk freed from mayonnaise jar in Colville incident
COLVILLE Washington UPI a resident Mrs Marge Simpson heard rapping and found a skunk with a mayonnaise jar stuck on its head Police freed the animal by breaking the jar with a flashlight The skunk did not leave a calling card in apparent gratitude
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