No Embargo On Taxes in Nebraska Budget Fight
The Sidney Telegraph argues taxpayers shoulder higher bills either via property taxes or sales and income taxes. It notes the 1971 Legislature held the line on sales and income rates, pushing more cost onto property levies as school aid debates shape the 1972 session. The piece contends mid-summer reveals true burdens as governments announce needs for 1971-72, urging voters to weigh tax structure against overall governing costs.
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Nebraska
Sidney
Exon
Gov. Exon
Tiemann
Memorial Tribute for Msgr Egging a Devoted Priest
A respectful obituary notes Msgr Anthony Egging died at age 59 after a life of service to Church and community. It lauds his blend of scholarship and spiritual guidance, his family faith, and his lifelong dedication to teaching and communal wellbeing. He is missed by many and sympathy is extended to his family.
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Msgr
Anthony Egging
Eggings
Egging
Questionable television coverage of Tricia Nixon wedding
The author questions sponsor logos from Kodak Gulf Oil and a shampoo maker during Tricia Nixon's wedding coverage. They argue a president's daughter deserves dignified, sponsor free air time and favor a simple public service telecast without advertising. The piece criticizes corporate images leveraging a sacred event.
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Tricia Nixon
Kodak
Gulf Oil
Tricia
Fly the Flag urged by Wyobraska Scouts during holidays
The Wyobraska Area Council of Boy Scouts urges display of the flag during the July 4 weekend and Labor Day. It calls out desecration of Old Glory and notes the flag’s long history since 1776 as a symbol of freedom and decency.
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Wyobraska
George Washington
Omaha to Republican country survey under Sioux threat
Dennis C. Hathorn writes from Fort Kearny on July 8 1863 about surveying Franklin and Webster counties in Nebraska. He details weather delays Indian threats and crossing the Republican river as his party advances townships while finishing his contract in late September with notes on Indians bears guns and wagons.
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Nebraska
U.S. Surveyor General of
Pawnee
Hathorn
Amish School Attendance Case Tests Religious Freedom
The Supreme Court will hear Wisconsin's challenge to a state court ruling that exempted Amish teens from compulsory high school attendance. The issue weighs church freedom against public education norms and may broaden or limit exemptions for religious sects like the Amish.
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America
U.S Supreme Court
High Court
Wisconsin
Supreme Court
The
Lincoln Star
Ombudsman Office Opens to Hear Nebraska Complaints
Nebraskans gain an official ombudsman in Murrell McNeil appointed by the 1971 Legislature. With 25 complaints in progress, the office offers citizens help to contact agencies, but cannot provide legal advice or overturn decisions. An 18 month trial will gauge value and public relief from government runaround. Lincoln Journal.
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Murrell McNeil
McNeil
Nebraska
Office of Ombudsman
Quote from Gen. Hershey on handling leadership failures
General Lewis Hershey former Selective Service Director argues that ex-leaders are best suited to advise others who still run things. He notes that those who have never run anything are less qualified to judge.
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Lewis Hershey
U.S. Selective Service
Crossword Puzzle Clue List Reveals Wide Wordplay Range
A dense OCR style crossword puzzle page includes numerous clues and answers across themes like geography, literature, and common terms. The item lists entries from 1 Newt to 41 Affirmative vote with many connected hints and cross-references.
Welfare Proposal Would Double Nebraska's Roll
Washington Congressman Dave Martin warns that a House welfare bill could double Nebraska’s welfare rolls from 57 500 to 124 300 and offer a guaranteed 2400 per year for a family of four. He cites a near 100 percent increase and opposes federal welfare income guarantees while flagging a projected federal deficit approaching 20 billion for the current year and a 15 billion plan for 1972.
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Washington
House
Nebraska
Dave Martin
Congress
Nebraska Motor Vehicle Law Changes Roll Through Legislature
Public information director outlines major updates from the Nebraska Legislature. Key points include lower drunk driving intoxication from .15 to .10 and breath test authority for officers. Penalties rise. helmet, sign damage, rotating lights limits, license plates, speed limits, vehicle dimensions, liability for good faith emergency aid, and towing rules are clarified.
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Nebraska
One Year Nebraska Health Study Opens
A one year study funded by a 252000 grant from the U S Department of Health Education and Welfare will map basic health care delivery across Nebraska. Calista Cooper Hughes will lead the project with Westinghouse Electric Corp handling data analysis under a 175000 contract. Local groups will participate as the study identifies mismatches and develops programs to improve access nationwide.
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Lincoln
Nebraska
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