05 Dec 1974
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1974
Page
1
Tehran Mehrabad Airport roof collapsed into the crowded main passenger hall after heavy snow. Officials feared 50 to 100 deaths as workers disputed snow weight versus structural failure. The wreckage buried many passengers beneath collapsed ceiling and debris.
The Federal Power Commission raised the ceiling price for new natural gas by about 20 percent, retroactive to June 21, potentially adding up to 2.9 percent to average residential bills. Interior Secretary Morton urged Congress to end price controls before Christmas, warning wellhead prices could double or triple.
Archbishop Makarios postpones his Cyprus return by 24 hours and will land Saturday morning at Akrotiri base due to flight constraints from the Turkish invasion. Government cites public holiday shift and newsmen demand as factors in the change. The Nicosia airport remains closed.
Len Lford M. Bentsen Jr. of Texas plans a big reception for delegates, alternates, reporters and staff as the 1976 Democratic field heats up in Kansas City. Morris Udall and Henry Jackson favor quieter approaches as the party courtship begins at the charter conference. The effort marks the start of serious delegate wooing by several contenders.
Mountain View Calif AP Pioneer 11 races toward a perilous dive through Saturns rings in September 1979. The 570 pound craft will plunge through a 15 000 mile gap between the planet and its rings then swing behind Saturn to gain speed and head 760 000 miles to Titan.
Vesco denies SEC accusations that he looted 224 million from a mutual funds complex he controlled. In a late night TV speech the fugitive says charges and Costa Rican expulsion efforts are political ploys. He asserts no fraud was proven in court and that witnesses testified he never took funds.
President Ford and West German Chancellor Helmut Schmidt meet in Washington to address a global economic crisis. Schmidt arrives amid grave concerns over inflation unemployment and balance of payments pressures facing industrialized nations.
Warm weather jokes mask a chilly Sunday on Houndslake course as two players are noted while others claim cold conditions kept them off the greens. Golfers from other courses report participation too as the season winds toward Polo play and holiday crafts at Kennedy Junior High.
At Kansas City the Democratic convention approved key reforms on national party power over state rules and grassroots balance. The economic program, urged by House leaders, will be debated Friday after a keynote by Carl Albert, with some labor leaders unhappy and considering protests or withdrawals.
A proposal to hire an extra certification worker for the county food stamp office funded jointly by the Aiken County Community Action Commission and the U S Department of Agriculture was approved for discussion. The plan allocates 37.5 percent of the certifier’s salary to CAC and 62.5 percent to the agriculture department, with CAC contributing 3164 dollars and the agriculture department 5274 dollars. The new assistant will work with Social Services staff in the food stamp office amid concerns about crowded space and privacy in the food stamp trailer. Board members noted progress reports on a future Human Rights Committee and a new agency progress evaluation method, stressing the Reports’ role in funding decisions.
United Mine Workers win ratification of a three year deal with Bituminous Coal Operators Association by about 57 percent amid a 66 000 vote count. The pact raises wages 10 percent first year 4 percent second year 3 percent third year plus cost of living increases and expanded sick leave holidays and pension benefits. Some miners may return to work Friday or Saturday to prep mines for reopening once deemed safe.
Forecast calls for fair and cool conditions today through tomorrow with highs about 60. Showers are expected over the weekend. Lows near 30 tonight. Rain probability near zero today, about 10 percent tonight and Friday.
The Jaycees report 199 raised in their Shopping Tour drive to aid children in need. On December 21 the funds will buy Christmas treats for families, including a mother and her five children relying on a social services income. The family lacks basic furniture and sits to eat due to a single worn chair and a rickety bed setup.
Today five donors reported, including Mrs Lucille Stoter contributing $16 and Mr and Mrs William Ro Tyson via Total to date in oe.
The Salvation Army approaches the 1500 dollar mark in its annual drive to aid needy families in Aiken County. One 13 member family relies on a father's four day a week job and food stamps. Additional holiday food and toys would bring greater happiness. Donations listed on page 24 SALVATION.
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