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Newspaper
Lincoln Journal
Location
Lincoln, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1977
Page
3
In New York City, Con Ed shut off power for about an hour to 80,000 customers in the Bronx and nearby areas and reduced city voltage by 8 percent after late day thunderstorms. The move aimed to prevent a repeat of the 1977 blackout.
A House Interior joint panel may revive debate on a coal slurry pipeline bill after a 13 to 12 vote to suspend next year. Supporters cite transportation needs while railroads oppose eminent domain and western lawmakers warn of water and agricultural impact. Plans envision lines from Wyoming Colorado and Montana fields to Texas Arkansas and the Northwest.
Secretary of State Cyrus Vance met Israeli Foreign Minister Moshe Dayan in New York to discuss Israel’s conditions on Palestinian participation in the Geneva peace conference. A U.S.-mediated truce in southern Lebanon held but Palestinian guerrillas held positions near the border as talks continue on how to include Palestinians in the Geneva framework.
Gen George Brown told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee the United States could not prevent sabotage of the canal and would need up to 100000 troops for a major attack. Harold Brown said belligerent ships could transit during war under neutrality rules. Both endorsed canal treaties despite the risk.
The Justice Department warns Americans transferring from Mexican prisons should not expect comforts or privileges. A 92 page pamphlet notes some inmates may bribe access to conjugal visits, maid service, and stereos, while up to 20 percent may choose to serve out terms in Mexico. The canal defense context is raised with remarks on treaties and potential U S troop deployments and cooperation with Panama.
The Federal Energy Administration says normal weather and higher conservation should prevent wide scale natural gas shortages like last winter. No severe shortages anticipated due to improved supplies and usage.
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