Oil crunch may decide East West race not arms
A Western correspondent notes fuel crises in Leningrad and CIA projections warn of near zero Soviet growth due to oil scarcity. The piece argues future rivalry may hinge on conserving energy rather than military power as both nations face growing import costs and stalled diversification.
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United States
Soviet Union
Leningrad
U.S.S.R
U.S. Central Intelligence Agency
Kremlin
CIA
Congress’ Joint Economic Committee
Siberia
Russia
Urals
Moscow
Middle East
West
St Mary Hospital sale prompts questions on Scottsbluff care
The article argues that merging St Mary Hospital with Western Nebraska General Hospital could improve services through a single modern complex, achieve economies of scale, and preserve care traditions. It cites North Platte's Great Plains Medical Center as a positive example of consolidating two hospitals into one.
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St. Mary Hospital
Scottsbluff
Western Nebraska General Hospital
St. Mary
Nebraska
North Platte
Great Plains Medical Center
New York Law Channels Crime Profits to Victims
A new NY statute diverts profits from crimes by convicts to funds aiding victims. Inspired by the Son of Sam case, it aims to deter sensational crimes by reducing the lure of fame and monetizing notoriety for victims’ families.
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New York
Editorial Note From The Journal
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Public Input on Signals and Shrine Bowl Coverage
Letter writers urge reinstallation of arrow signals at 70th and O to prevent accidents and oppose congestion from a new Safeway. They praise Shrine Bowl bands Lincoln East Norris and student volunteers, arguing media coverage should acknowledge their efforts and care for community contributions.
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Safeway
70Th and
Lincoln East
Norris
Norris High
Lance Must Go Carter Faces Moral Standards Challenge
A vigorous editorial argues Bert Lance should resign and President Carter must defend higher standards. The piece links Lance’s ethics to Carter’s political future, condemns Washington and Atlanta practices, and warns against cynicism that would lower public moral expectations.
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Bert Lance
Carter
Jimmy Carter
Washington
Atlanta
William Safire
Lance
Nixon
Weather Brews Bad Ideas in Washington
Washington weather spurs doomsday mood and chaotic planning as officials dodge rain and cocktails. Storms drive impromptu programs and heated arguments, from al fresco gatherings moved indoors to clashes over policy and the neutron bomb amid a crowded, sweltering room.
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Mary McGrory
Washington
Capitol Dome
Plains
Calcutta
CIA
Begin's conduct tests U S patience in Middle East ties
The piece critiques Prime Minister Begin for snubbing U S efforts despite American support for Israel. It cites arms and assurances given to Israel, his dismissive attitude toward Palestinians, and the clash at a dinner with Vance. The author urges reciprocal cooperation for a lasting peace.
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Vance
Middle East
Israel
Begin
United States
Carter
Mideast
U.S
Los Angeles Times
Picking on the Scientologists
An exposé recounts a long campaign against the Church of Scientology by multiple U.S. agencies starting in 1954. It notes raids in 1963, FBI surveillance, and extensive IRS files, arguing officials harassed a religious group and failed legally to prove its nonreligious status.
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Carter
Universal Press Syndicate
FBI
Church of Scientology
Washington
California
Scientology
U.S. Air Force
Air Force
FDA
Bureau of Customs
Labor Department
CIA
Post Office
Immigration and Naturalization Service
Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
National Security Agency
Internal Revenue Service
IRS
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