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Newspaper
Lincoln Journal
Location
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1977
Page
4
Lincoln Journal published by Journal-Star Printing Co under address 926 P St Lincoln Nebraska 68501 with phone 432-3331 and local operations.
An editorial series analyzes Lincoln's power structure led by eight top non governmental figures. It argues power has shifted from private wealth to a broader mix including government and civic groups, with elections and advocacy groups shaping the city’s agenda.
The National Weather Service moves to Celsius by next July with little opposition and will stop reporting Fahrenheit temperatures. The Federal Highway Administration backs away from a full metric switch, citing 5 000 opposed comments and 219 995 000 indifferent responses, delaying signs change beyond 1982 despite national policy backing metric adoption.
Mary McGrory Carter praised his leadership as President announces he will not continue with deployment or production of the B1 bomber. The move came after staged suspense at a press conference and broad consultations, signaling a strategic reversal on a contested weapons system.
Garry Wills notes hawks favored both B1 and cruise missiles to close speed gaps. The piece credits Carter's opposition to the B1 and highlights reactions from John Culver and House Speaker O'Neill, praising civilian oversight and leadership in military choices.
Letters to The Journal recount a polarized International Women's Year conference in Lincoln with pro life factions accusing delegates of misrepresentation and disruptive tactics. Contributors urge unity and action to remove barriers while defending unborn rights.
Beatrice reader Mike Griggs reports neglect on Highway 136 in Tecumseh with overgrown brush hiding guard posts, while praising Nebraska highways overall for beauty and cleanliness.
Report questions who financed chartered buses that brought about 500 people to sabotage Nebraska International Women’s meeting on June 26. They allegedly registered and voted for right to life and anti ERA candidates and occupied seats, while distributing literature with misinformation.
A letter from A. A. Groth notes a July 1 pension rise for railroad retirement and Social Security recipients while parks and recreation push greens fees and senior and regular permits up by 11.5 23 and 61 percent. The writer cites rising costs and endorses the Archie Bunker remark case closed.
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