26 Sep 1977
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Newspaper
Lincoln Journal
Location
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1977
Page
1
The author notes crickets’ evening chorus as a fall hallmark, pairing this sound with changing leaf colors and shorter days. The piece reflects on autumn’s beauty and its sadness, linking nature’s calendar to life’s stages and the elder years. Winter’s isolation and caution are also described.
A Lincoln Journal report notes a legislative move next session to remove criminal and drug investigation authority from the Nebraska State Patrol. Senator DeCamp backs stronger statewide law enforcement while some sheriffs favor a separate Bureau of Investigation.
The State Health Department says it has no direct authority over a controversial sex education film shown in a Wayne High School home economics class. Gov. Exon called the film shocking and urged action, while the State Board of Education declined to intervene, citing local handling and lack of supply authority.
Nebraska coach Tom Osborne lauds the improved defense in the 31-10 victory over Baylor. He notes fewer defensive mixups, fewer penalties, and acknowledges offense still needs to reduce fumbles as Indiana looms with a potent attack led by Burnett Carrick and quarterback Scott Arnett.
A U S mediated cease-fire takes effect with Israel pulling back across the border and Lebanese officials reporting observance. U S Ambassador Parker confirms nationwide adherence while PFLP and Iraqi aligned factions reject concessions. A 1470 strong Lebanese army unit forms to shield the south as demilitarized buffer zones and Palestinian pullback are agreed.
Secretary of State Cyrus R. Vance argued the Senate must ratify the Panama Canal treaty to prevent Panama from someday seizing control of the waterway. He said a ratified accord strengthens US interests and guarantees ongoing military and navigational rights, while critics fear loss of control once Panama assumes management in 2000.
Moscow and the United States pledge to abide by SALT terms even after expiration on October 3. In Washington, officials debate whether President Carter can extend the pact informally without Senate approval. Pravda reports a broader agreement reached in talks between Andrei Gromyko and Cyrus Vance.
Prime Minister Ian Smith suggested universal suffrage and allowing black guerrillas to enlist in the Rhodesian Army as part of a power transfer package aimed for late 1978. He also said he could consider disbanding the Selous Scouts and would entertain US British plans for a majority rule army.
Violence erupted again this weekend in South Africa as three deaths occurred including two policemen and a black guerrilla. The report notes clashes escalating as authorities work to restore order.
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