Prices Up 1.4 Percent In February Inflation Surges
Washington AP reports consumer prices rose 1.4 percent in February matching January gains. Energy and mortgage costs drive the surge with economists predicting no relief before midyear. The annual rate could reach about 18 percent if February trends continue. Patrick Jackman of the Labor Department cautions energy and mortgage costs likely to keep rising.
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Washington
Labor Department
Patrick Jackman
Kennedy sees possible upset in New York primary
New Yorkers voted in a wealthy presidential contest as Senator Edward M. Kennedy claimed a potential upset against President Carter though he said defeat would not end his bid. Ronald Reagan led the Republican field with George Bush campaigning in Connecticut to reduce Reagan’s advantage. In New York Democrats faced 282 nominating votes across 39 districts, California remaining the top delegate prize with 306.
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Edward M. Kennedy
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Ronald Reagan
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George Bush
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Reagan
Kennedy
California
Shah's Escape Triggers Iranian Fury Over Hostage Talks
Foreign Minister Sadegh Ghotbzadeh warned the shah's move to Egypt complicates hostage negotiations as thousands surround the U S Embassy in Tehran. He called the transfer a moral victory for Iran but said Iran will not seek the shah from Egypt, urging continued pressure on the United States and Sadat.
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Associated Press
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Sadegh Ghotbzadeh
U.S
Ghotbzadeh
Tehran
Panama
Iran
Anwar Sadat
Israel
United States
Revolutionary Council
Sadat
Shah
Balloon note links school to Rotary fundraiser surprise
C T Coleman returned a banner to the Vas Legas Rotary Club and a Rotarian quipped that was all he brought. Bertha Caudle found a balloon and a note in her yard from Tony Brown, a student at Euharlee Early Childhood Center, asking the finder to write the student as part of a Weekly Reader Balloon Launch Program.
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C. T. Coleman
Vas Legas
Bertha Caudle
Tony Brown
Euharlee Early Childhood Center
Euharlee
Pot Plane Down Near Aiken. Pilot Sought in Marijuana Run
Authorities hunted for the pilot of a single engine Cessna 180 carrying eight bales of marijuana that landed in a soybean field near Aiken. The plane's cargo weighs 400 to 500 pounds with an estimated street value of up to 150000 dollars.
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Aiken
Aiken County
Sheriff's Department
US Customs Service
Augusta
Thurmond Whatley
New Approach Needed as Aiken Auditor Resigns
Joe W. Dunkin said he resigned as Aiken County auditor citing a need for a fresh approach. He admitted creating bookkeeping procedures for several departments but defended his ethics. A new auditor could spot shortcomings and offer reforms while Dunkin faced subtle pressure from county employees.
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Joe W. Dunkin
Aiken County
Dunkin
Certified Public Accountant
Aiken Council Tackles Entrance Beautification and Zoning
City Manager Windham reported ongoing complaints about U S 1 N in Aiken with eyesores along the entrance. Council considered tougher junk yard rules, reviewed ordinances, and discussed enforcement limits while approving park and plant improvements and water system upgrades.
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Roland H. Windham
M.R. Daly
Alfred St
U.S. 1 N
Daly
York Street
Hampton Avenue
Stephen K. Surasky
Aiken-Verenes
Shaws Creek
Pine Long Road
Five More Candidates File for Local and State Seats
Five candidates enter the race including incumbent Registrar Virginia R. Ergle seeking a second term. Fellow contenders include C Julian Dunbar Bobby D. Kelly Jr. Scott Derrick Terry McMillan and Robert O Cooper. Dunbar targets District 8 state senate with prior House service and long highway patrol career.
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Virginia R. Ergle
C. Julian Dunbar
Bobby D. Kelly Jr
Scott Derrick
Terry McMillan
Robert O. Cooper
Ergle
RMC
Gilbert E. McMillan
Dunbar
House of Representatives
Allendale County
South Carolina Highway Patrol
General Blue Cross-Blue Shield
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