Cabinet clout grows as Carter team clashes informally
In his first 100 days, President Carter allows Cabinet members broad dissent in policy talks and several lead roles shape White House discussions. Yet many top posts remain vacant while weekly lead meetings and urban strategy groups bolster cabinet influence.
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Zaire recaptures Mutshatsha as Katangans retreat toward Angola
Zairean government forces retook Mutshatsha in Shaba province along the rail line to the Angolan border while Katangan rebels pulled back toward Dilolo. Observers warn the rebellion may disperse into guerrilla warfare. Mobutu inspected forward positions as engineers restored the destroyed Bailey bridge.
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First of 300 Americans exits Ethiopia expulsion
The first of 300 Americans affected by the weekend expulsion of five U.S. agencies from Ethiopia boarded a military jet to Athens. The leftist government also ordered three Western correspondents to leave within 48 hours, as page notes.
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Arms export limits eyed by Carter administration
President Carter is expected to approve tighter controls on U S arms exports this week while not aiming for drastic reductions in overseas sales. An interagency paper outlines ceilings on sales and restrictions on sensitive weapons, with goals to slow growth and persuade buyers to restrain purchases.
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Comanches and Utes to Sign Peace Treaty in July
Comanche and Southern Ute chiefs will meet in a reservation teepee in Ignacio Colorado to sign a treaty of peace and trust between the tribes that was attempted a century ago but halted by a rifle shot.
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York youth charged with first degree murder
17 year old Ricky A. Johnson of York faces first degree murder charges in the shooting death of York police officer James M. Richardson. Arraigned in York County Court as an adult, Johnson heard possible state prison or death penalty. Preliminary hearing set for 9 30 a.m. Thursday.
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Bill to repeal death penalty killed by vote tally
The Nebraska Legislature deadlocked 23 for to 22 against LB64 repealing the death penalty. An amendment proposing 30 year minimums for capital crimes passed 26 to 11, as Sen. Neil Simon argued it strengthened the measure. Debate centered on punishment, race, deterrence, and parliamentary asks for reconsideration.
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Omaha
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Ban lifted on political gifts from liquor industry people
The Legislature lifted the ban on political contributions by liquor distributors and bar owners, opening the liquor industry as a potential source of campaign funds for 1978. Gov Exon may veto LB93. LB45 to require agencies to implement laws despite possible constitutional questions, likely vetoed. Final actions include LB196 on fleeing penalties, LB228 for sanitary district trustee elections, and LB472 exempting farm implements from inspections.
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Neligh
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South Sioux City
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