05 Dec 1977
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Newspaper
Lincoln Journal
Location
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1977
Page
1
A strong winter system blanketed Nebraska with 1 to 3 inches of snow in places. Lincoln reported heavy winds up to 40 mph, subzero wind chills, and a record low 5 degrees at North Platte’s Lee Bird Field. Roads were slick and accidents occurred.
Correctional Services Director Joseph Vitek told the Legislature that land acquisition for the 30 acre Omaha reformatory near Eppley Airfield has exceeded the 495000 budget with land still uns purchased. Legal challenges from Monarch Oil Co threaten condemnation costs while inflation adds about 65000 each month. alternatives include moving to federal land or Lincoln consolidation plans.
David K. E. Bruce, a veteran American diplomat who served as ambassador to Germany France and Great Britain and led u s liaison office in Peking died of a heart attack at Georgetown University Medical Center at age 79. He held posts under six presidents and earlier directed OSS European operations and served with the Red Cross in London.
The county general election is nearly a year away but jockeying for 14 posts in November 1978 has begun. Filing deadlines: March 10 for most, Feb 28 for incumbents seeking new office. only two candidates filed so far: Dale Adams for sheriff and Ronald Lewis for Weed Control Authority.
A Nebraska Journal Star notice promotes a toll free number 800 742 7385 for placing classified ads from anywhere in the state. The brief advert highlights accessible ad placement options and emphasizes statewide reach for readers seeking to place notices.
Page 14 previews tonight as clear and very cold with a low around 3 degrees. Tuesday forecast calls for partial clouds and a high near 18. The item notes offshore readings in Fahrenheit and Celsius.
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to settle a dispute over water rights between the federal government and California. The case has implications for 16 western states including Nebraska.
Egypt severed diplomatic relations with Syria Libya Algeria and South Yemen and ordered their ambassadors to leave within 24 hours. Cairo recalled its staff from those capitals and called a cabinet meeting. The move follows a boycott threat and a broader Arab freeze aimed at pressuring Sadat over his peace push with Israel.
Kansas City's Country Club Plaza, long a symbol of the city, recovered from early September flood damage in time for the Christmas shopping season. Officials credit merchant resilience and rapid restoration by the Plaza Merchants Association and J C Nichols Co. with reviving the Spanish Moorish and Italian inspired complex and lifting community spirit after the disaster.
United Mine Workers president Arnold Miller says a nationwide coal strike is inevitable and will begin at midnight with no chance of avoidance. He confirms the strike will occur and states there will be one.
The Labor Department proposes eliminating more than 1100 outdated workplace rules, focusing on major hazards. Changes are not immediate, with a 90 day public comment period and hearings planned before year end.
Vincent Brown, clerk of the Nebraska Legislature for 11 years, resigns effective Jan 15 to become executive director of the Nebraska Petroleum Council. He will replace Charles Chace, who retires after 16 years. Brown confirms quitting and notes an announcement about his new role forthcoming. Gene Stearns of the American Petroleum Institute confirms the hire.
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