Burnside Promotes Ecofallow Suitability for Eastern Nebraska
Dr. Orvin Burnside of the University of Nebraska outlines ecofallow as a no till mulch system adapted for eastern Nebraska. He notes benefits in moisture retention and erosion control but warns of grassweed and rodent challenges and the need for thicker seeding and careful herbicide use. Farmers show growing support after trying the method.
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Nebraska
Orvin Burnside
University of Nebraska
Lincoln
Burnside
Decline in U S cattle inventory seen as Nebraska gain
The July 1 1977 U S cattle and calves inventory fell 2 percent from 1976 to 130 6 million head with a 9 5 million drop from the 1975 peak Nebraska experts note the drop in cow and beef cattle totals but warn against overoptimism as feeder cattle supplies shrink and calf production falls Heifers over 500 pounds down 30 percent Steers over 500 pounds unchanged from last year.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Nebraska
al Wellman
U.S
Wellman
Arraignment Due in Grand Island Shooting Case
Grand Island officer Robert Vasquez remained in good condition after being shot in the leg during a Saturday morning attempted robbery at a 7 11 store. An 18 year old suspect was in custody and arraignment was expected Monday. Vasquez fired a revolver but all bullets were recovered.
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Grand Island
Robert Vasquez
Tom Smaha
Vasquez
Miniature World Landmarks Open in Saarbrucken Gardens
Visitors to Saarbrucken can view tiny replicas of the world's famous buildings at the German French gardens as announced by the central tourist board. The display highlights global architecture in miniature for tourists in West Germany.
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Frankfurt
West Germany
UPI
Saarbruecken
Central Tourist Board
Wet August Weather Could Shape Next Year’s Nitrogen Levels
University of Nebraska Lincoln extension expert Dick Wiese notes heavy August rains may saturate soils or push moisture below roots causing nitrate leaching. He urges annual soil testing to gauge nitrate levels and adjust fertilizer accordingly for next year’s fertility.
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Dick Wiese
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Wiese
Alvo man killed in head-on crash near Ashland
Rodney Snide 20 of Alvo died when his car collided head-on with Merle Nelson 55 of Ashland on U S 6 one tenth mile east of Ashland. The crash followed by related fatalities near Bellevue and Lincoln are noted in regional traffic reports.
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Ashland
U.S. 6
Nebraska
Rodney Snide
Merle Nelson
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Bellevue
John Stacey
Co van Nguyen
Taipan Resuscitated After Mouth to Mouth at Australian Park
In Adelaide a Taipan, Australia’s largest venomous snake, was revived by Joe Bredel from Renmark using mouth to mouth via a straw after it fell unconscious during a park move. The reptile was crushed when placed in a bag with a python.
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Sydney
Australia
UPS
Adelaide
Joe Bredel
Renmark
South Australia
North American Fiddlers Championship draws small crowd
Organizers reported fewer than 1,000 fans at the Omaha event held Sunday night at the city auditorium. Victor Gutman, Omaha events coordinator, said return fiddling championships depend on financial outcomes. Open division winner Jeff Pritchard of Valley Center Kansas, with runners up Dick Barrett Pottsboro Texas and Mark O Connor Terrace Washington. Senior winner Frazier Moss Cookeville Tennessee. Women’s winner Loretta Brank Washington State. Junior winner Wade Stockton Victoria Kansas. Accompanist Eddie Young Cookeville.
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UPI
City Auditorium
Victor Gutman
Jeff Pritchard
Valley Center
Kan
Dick Barrett
Pottsboro
Texas
Mark O'Connor
Terrace
Wash
Terry Morris
Decatur
John Francis
Spokane
Loretta Brank
Washington State
Wade Stockton
Victoria
Eddie Young
Cookeville
Tenn
Owls and Hawks Used to Fight Rats in Satellite Beach
Satellite Beach Florida city officials pursue natural pest control by releasing barn owls and hawks to curb rat populations. City Manager Richard Shinn cites environmental limits on poisons traps and firearms as the reason for using raptors. Midwest biologist Dr Richard Clark notes owls as effective ratters and urges public education on owl protection. The Smithsonian notes past efforts to reestablish owl colonies.
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Washington
UPI
Florida
Satellite Beach
Fla
Cape Canaveral
Richard Shinn
Shinn
Richard
Nebraska school aid repeal drive nears required signatures
Supporters claim 45 131 petition signatures with a distribution factor must be filed by 5 p.m. Tuesday to suspend the law and put a November 1978 referendum on the ballot. Officials cite high disqualification rates but optimistic leaders say margin safeguards will withstand challenges. The measure would authorize 20 million dollars more in state school aid for the current year and the two following fiscal years.
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Associated Press
Donald Dworak
Columbus
Allen Beermann
Des Moines officer killed in racially charged shootout
Two slain and three wounded in a pre-dawn Des Moines incident as police pursued Anthony Clayburn, a 23 year old ex Marine, after a noon volley. Officer Denny Hill died from a shotgun wound. Clayburn was killed by returning fire. The city urged calm amid fears of racial tension and rumors.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Wendell Nichols
Anthony Clayburn
Denny Hill
Hill
Clayburn
Clayburn black. ‘What took place was probably a_ senseless shooting,”’ Nichols
Richard Jones
Ronald Davis
Donnie Buckner
Davis
Charles Cramer
Cramer
Daniel Ctalfo
Dean Emory
Emmauel Lassina
Depu
Ty Polk County
Nichols
Brian Melton
David Louis Welton
Welton
Alfredo Parrish
Parrish
Private college aid still goal in Nebraska 1978 ballot
The Rev. Joseph Labaj of Creighton University says another push for state financial aid to private college students will be made. He plans to urge the Legislature to place private college funding on the 1978 ballot after federal funds decline. A 1976 constitutional amendment on the issue was rejected by voters.
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Omaha
UPI
Joseph Labaj
Creighton University
Father Labaj
Creighton
Jaws 2 resumes filming in Navarre Beach Florida
Universal Pictures announced that Jaws 2 will resume filming next month in Navarre Beach Florida after a two week shutdown caused by artistic differences and location problems.
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Hollywood
UPI
Navarre Beach
Fla
Universal Pictures
Munich Oktoberfest Dates Announced for This Year
Munich authorities announced the annual Oktoberfest will run from September 17 to October 2. The event in West Germany attracts visitors from across Europe and around the world for beer halls rides and traditional costumes.
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Munich
West Germany
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