Solar energy study says small units may compete by 1980
A 1980s breakthrough may let small solar electricity units heat and power large buildings, with rising electricity costs and falling panel costs narrowing the gap. The report urges government support, tax credits, and new rate structures to integrate solar with conventional grids, noting back-up systems remain common.
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International Humor Conference explores many angles of laughter
The first International Conference on Humor and Laughter held in Sligo, Ireland, gathered experts from the United States and British Isles to debate canned laughter, vulgarity, teasing, and humor in psychotherapy. Researchers note laughter is a physical event with personal styles, while Norman Cousins cites a cure claim via belly laughs.
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Solar study may apply to Lincoln citywide feasibility
LES Administrator Walter Canney said conditions in Omaha that could enable small scale solar generation may also apply to Lincoln. He noted similar OTA measurements for Omaha and three other cities would hold for Lincoln, though Lincoln’s electric rates are lower. Canney remains hopeful solar generation could be available soon per optimistic federal reports, but cautioned that such reports rely on assumptions and lack backup data for utility review.
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Minuteman III Production Ends After 10 Missiles Built
The Pentagon says production of the Minuteman III ICBM will stop after 10 missiles authorized two months ago are completed. The step follows President Carter’s request to divert funds from new missiles to components for the existing force of 550 weapons.
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Son-in-law charged in slaying of Elisabeth Congdon
Rodger Caldwell, 43, husband of one of Elisabeth Congdon’s adopted children, was arrested in a Duluth hospital room and would be charged with the socialite’s slaying. In Oklahoma City, two children, Melissa Isaac aged 6 and Martin 3, burned to death after a car they slept in was stolen and set on fire. Michael Creston Moore, 19, surrendered on two murder complaints, with arson suspected.
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