Long Cold Winter Energy Crisis Threatens US Industry
A nationwide AP study warns of a harsh winter with potential industrial shutdowns and steep fuel price hikes. Utilities face tight gas and oil supplies, higher bills, and possible rationing as coal, oil, gas, and electricity costs surge across regions from the East Coast to the Northwest.
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Washington
United States
Tennessee Valley
Upper Midwest
Far Northwest
Associated Press
North Africa
Middle East
Caribbean
Electric Light Department
Braintree
Mass
Boston
Alban G. Spurrell
Spurrell
Peoples Gas Light and Coke Co
Chicago
Edward Joyce
Consumers Power Co
Michigan
Jack Dyer
Tennessee Valley Authority
James Watson
TVA
Cincinnati Gas and Electric Co
Cleveland Electric Aluminating Co
Watson
Far
Northwest
Bonneville Power Administration
Oregon
Idaho
Montana
BPA
Columbia River
Bernard Goldhammer
EPA
Bonneville
Los Angeles
Aiken Foster Care Needs Grow in County
Aiken County faces a shortage of foster homes with about 20 licensed homes serving over 10 monthly cases. Welfare workers urge more qualified foster parents and county funding for a temporary home to reduce jail placements for youths. The program provides 75 dollars per child monthly and state guidelines shape local practice.
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Aiken County
Foster Care Board
Maxine Brodie
Miss Brodie
Welfare Department
Brodie
Sheriff's Department
Columbia
Mary Ann Skinner
Windsor
PTA
Seat Belts Prevent Injury In Auto Accidents
A historical article argues belts reduce injuries by restraining occupants and preventing contact with hard surfaces. It notes head injuries remain a major death cause, advocates shoulder belts with laps, comments on child seats and proper fit to maximize protection.
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le Mans
Efficient Heating Tips Cut Winter Bills for Homes
Virginia Knauer advises turning down thermostats to 68 degrees at night and when empty, shutting off unused rooms’ registers and radiators, and closing them. Heating costs rise about 3 percent per degree over 70, with a four degree reduction saving about $1.60 on a $60 monthly bill. Check furnaces for proper operation.
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Washington
Virginia Knauer
Consumer Affairs
Winter Will Be Colder This Year
A national long range forecast predicts colder than normal temps across the eastern U S and Gulf Coast extending to Texas with warmer conditions in the Far West and Plains. The report urges fuel conservation measures including insulation, storm windows, humidity control, and timing for appliance use to cut heating costs and waste.
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Rockville
Gulf Coast
Texas
Far West
Plains States
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