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Newspaper
Lincoln Journal
Location
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1977
Page
4
A Nebraska Lincoln Sheldon Theater summer program screening of Yankee Doodle Dandy sparks reflections on American flag symbolism and 20th century patriotism. Patrons note past optimism while considering current national challenges and the value of steady civic fidelity.
Lincoln City Council freshmen face a split on liquor license endorsements. Leo Scherer Jr. recuses from all discussion and votes citing conflict of interest while Joe Hampton votes, arguing a conflict only arises if voting on his own license. Proximity to Hampton’s east Lincoln business complicates one exception.
George Shute, Nebraska state comptroller, issues a plain language report at year end June 30 detailing a four million dollar ending general fund balance but with more than that in unpaid bills. He notes tax rates were not high enough to cover all expenditures, challenging optimistic statements from Exon aides. The Journal cites Shute’ s candor amid a high wire fiscal period.
Public Mind letter argues rape is a violent act not caused by arousal from women's clothing. It states no woman consents to rape and clothing does not invite violence, emphasizing harm and fear over sexual interest. The writer asserts women may express interest but deserve safety and dignity.
Malone area residents back the Clinton neighborhood revitalization effort after a boxing clinic inside a maximum security unit highlighted inmate development needs. Officials say facilities and organization will improve, with $358000 allocated recently for Clinton area improvements and 290000 planned in 1977 78 for owner occupied housing rehabilitation and loans through Urban Development.
The editors caution that letters submitted for resignation or verification are kept and readers can see that pen names or initials are generally not allowed. The policy states letters retain writers' viewpoints while editors reserve the right to edit for clarity and space.
In a column referencing Philip Berrigan and the magazine Katallagete, the author links jail fires to social vindictiveness and recalls Berrigan’s prison meditations. The piece argues prison policy worsens crime via costly, repetitive cycles and calls for alternatives to incarceration.
Lincoln energy advocates back a performance based insulation standard citing long term savings and higher property values. A last minute change would reduce insulation to 1 2 inches in brick veneer walls, a flaw criticized as unsubstantiated by impartial studies.
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