Trucker Protest Sparks Freight Market Slowdown Nationwide
Drivers plan to park rigs for two days in a price and speed limit protest. Freight markets wobble as hog and livestock buying drops and some markets shut. Amid calls to President Nixon, unions dispute scope while others say operations will continue.
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Story's Union 76 Truck Stop Buzzes With Protest Rumors
Trucker activity at Story's Union 76 near Chesserfield shows normal operations while rumors of a national shutdown circulate. Drivers like Clay Perkins discuss possible weeks of work disruption and some trucks remain idle on the back lot as plans for demonstrations spread without specifics.
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Railroads Await Impact as Truck Protests Persist
Local freight handlers remain wary though Indiana lines show uncertain gains. Central Indiana RR and Penn Central report little current volume in Anderson while GM and Delco Remy keep trucking. A trucker stance could shift freight later if fuel stays scarce.
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Ex EPA Chief Urges Caution Amid Energy Crunch
Former EPA head William D Ruckelshaus warned easing environmental rules could set back the clean air movement by a decade during the fuel crisis. He spoke after addressing the Indiana Republican State Committee and said temporary relaxations may be needed to heat homes this winter while stressing the goal of healthy air.
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Inside Story on Mitchell Block Probe and Jaworski Firing Testimony
Investigators say former Attorney General John N. Mitchell blocked a dairy group’s $202,000 contribution to Nixon’s campaign. William B. Sax testifies he will not resign over any order to fire Watergate prosecutor Leon Jaworski, while avoiding improper orders. Details on Page 10.
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White House May Release Tape Records On Watergate Probe
The White House may reveal information from secret presidential tape recordings as part of a Watergate prosecution. Page 26 covers this developing access to documents and potential public disclosure.
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Christmas Prices Rise for Dolls and Decorations
The Herald reports rising costs for gifts and groceries as Christmas toy selling prices climb, with lifelike dolls from $2.87 to $18.99 and deluxe accessories. While some items stay affordable, eggs sugar and flour have jumped, and shoppers seek cheaper options amid shortages and inflation.
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