Council urged on energy insulation standards debate
Lincoln Journal discusses a proposed energy conservation ordinance for new buildings arguing for uniform insulation performance. It notes masonry and concrete groups claim strong insulation while urging independent testing. highlights cost, long-term energy savings, and options for the City Council.
Fresh breeze in Washington shapes CAB chief Kahn
Alfred E. Kahn, new Civil Aeronautics Board chair, pushes clear prose and practical airline reforms. He urges direct, humane language, discourages jargon, and explores voluntary bumps with $100 incentives to minimize overbooking disruption. If adopted, his ideas could reshape federal management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civil Aeronautics Board
Alfred E. Kahn
Kahn
CAB
Washington
Carter
Summer travel and resource notes amid sharp state contrasts
Nebraska reports July and August as the deadliest highway months with 107 fatalities last year. California water rationing signals possible futures, while Nebraska Natural Gas stops service to 16 towns for lack of supply. Washington completes part of its subway yet cathedral builders fade, and New York seeks donated horses for mounted police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
California
America
Los Angeles
Nebraska Natural Gas Co
New York City
New York
Public Mind on Women in Courts and Election Day Registration
Readers voice concern over gender balance in judicial commissions and cite a Supreme Court alimony remark. They argue long-term marriage earnings should be split and criticize same day voter registration bills S1072 HR5400 for potential fraud and erosion of state rights, naming Sara Freeout fork.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Sara Freeout Fork
Senate reconsiders neutron bomb amid budget concerns
The Senate debated the Energy Research and Development Administration neutron bomb found in the ERDA budget. Debate centered on its impact, with Hatfield and Kennedy clashing over vetoes and foreign policy, while Stennis defended the weapon as crucial and the chamber postponed final action until after the recess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Energy Research and Development Administration
Armed Services Committee
John C. Stennis
Hatfield
Sam Nunn
D-Ga
Congress
House
Pentagon
Edward Kennedy
Dmass
Stennis
Kennedy
Energy program holds through early congressional tests
Field News commentary notes Jim Schlesinger contrasts radio and TV debates to explain the administration's energy plan. Congress preserves much of the program through Commerce and Ways and Means, with key moves on conservation, price structure, and a coal shift, despite exemptions and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jim Schlesinger
Schlesinger
Congress
Commerce
Ways and Means
House
Commerce Committee
Treasury
Ways and Means Committee
California
Oklahoma Women Defeat Libbers in Stillwater Conference
In Stillwater Oklahoma on June 18 two Tulsa and Broken Arrow activists shifted the Oklahoma Conference outcome by easing Saturday registration rules. About 1000 anti libbers led by Christians seized the ballroom while 200 pro ERA bloc members moved to the theater. The event produced an unscripted set of resolutions including opposition to the ERA and emphasis on homemaking as a career. A credentials fight is anticipated for Houston 22 delegates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Stillwater
Okla
Bella Abzug
Oklahoma
Houston
Ford
Congress
Carter
Ford Commission
Abzug
Anne Bowker
Tulsa
Diane Edmondson
Broken Arrow
Bowker
Edmondson
Guymon
Boise City
Texhoma
Panhandle
Altus
Lawton
Durant
Broken Bow
Oklahoma State University
Washington Star Syndicate
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lincoln Journal
Journal-Star Printing Co
Lincoln
Neb
National Concrete Masonry Association
Energy Action Committee
National Cathedral
Rials Abi
Vear
Walter Pincus
Capitol Hill
Jimmy Carter
Mark Hatfield
Stennis and Company
Gerald Ford
Europe
Mary McGrory
Joseph Kraft
Archie
Archibald Cox
Doonesbury
James Kilpatrick