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Newspaper
Lincoln Journal
Location
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1977
Page
4
Editorial notes a dramatic late shift in the 1977 Nebraska Legislature's strategy to raise state aid for local schools and tax changes. It highlights a two vote shortfall on key appropriations, prompting questions about tactics, possible special sessions, and the risk to the July 1 budget. The piece forecasts political maneuvering by Exon allies and opposition as events unfold.
Joe Hampton, veteran Airport Authority member since 14 years, was elected to the City Council on May 3 and then chosen by three peers to join the Railroad Transportation Safety District Board. He plans to vacate the Airport Authority post, though the city attorney sees no legal requirement. The Journal notes concerns about dual elected office and expects Hampton to minimize conflicts.
Eastern Air Lines agreed to lease four Airbus A300B jets from the French-German manufacturer with potential for 50 more if economical. The wide body seats 237 and aims to fill a market gap by offering operational advantages over Boeing and other rivals, signaling foreign competition challenging American makers.
Paul Greenberg argues Israel’s Labor party deserved defeat after decades of scandal and indecision. He says Menachem Begin could shake Israel with a hard line on West Bank and Gaza and questions whether Israel can justify moral distance from adversaries with Begin leading.
A veteran letter urges Detroit automakers to regain leadership in clean, efficient design. The writer recalls the postwar innovations and calls for retooling factories, hiring top minds, and cutting emissions without legal threats or excuses. The appeal ends with the author recommending a copy of The Little Engine That Could.
A Harris survey for Sentry Insurance under the Marketing Science Institute finds 78 percent say products do not last as long, 64 percent note harder repairs, and half feel consumers get a worse deal. Warranties are seen as inadequate and mainly for manufacturer protection. Banks top trust ratings. many view car, oil, and used car sectors poorly. Executives misread public attitudes, signaling a push for sweeping business reforms.
Five delegates from South Salt Creek Community Organization attended Washington meetings at personal expense with support from local residents and friends. The group praised media coverage and urged Lincoln's city council to raise minimum off street parking to one and a half stalls per unit to curb congestion and aid emergency access.
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