07 Aug 1976
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Newspaper
Arizona Daily Sun
Location
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1976
Page
1
Viking 2 completed a four minute burn to reach an elliptical Mars orbit about 992 miles at closest approach and 22,126 miles at farthest. The craft will image new areas each Martian day while Viking 1 conducts surface life experiments.
Senate and House conferees set to reconcile differences on a vast tax bill that would extend personal income tax cuts through 1977 and provide wide ranging breaks for families, homeowners, and various industries. The Senate backed a broader approach while aiming to keep taxes steady for individuals until 1976, with a major portion of the measure devoted to extending cuts and broad business relief. The process centers on balancing investor relief with curbing tax shelter abuse while preserving key credits for parents of college students and working families.
Washington AP: Reagan backers discuss a possible open vice presidential ballot if he wins the nomination. Ford accelerates his search for a running mate as Schweiker’s liberal record fuels conservative concerns. Delegates favor Ford 1103 to 1034 with 122 uncommitted at nine days from the convention.
Northern Arizona University workers council leaders say they will pursue legal action if Senate Bill 1222 is not promptly implemented to achieve equal pay for equal work. Regents exec Woodall counters that the goal will be met via a four phase plan, with a report due by Jan 15 and possible legislative variation to speed implementation.
Scientists deflect conclusion on a cause for the Legionnaires outbreak after two rounds of tests find no virus. CDC director David Sencer says the illness may never be fully explained. Focus shifts to toxins from food water or air with tests in Philadelphia and at CDC. Officials note toxins are harder to detect and may stem from pesticides, household items, or other sources. Death toll rises to 25 with 39 to 82 age range, 10 over 65, and case definition narrowed to convention ties with fever and pneumonia signs. Investigations include hotel sites, testing for chemicals in carpets wallpaper and AC systems, and continued lab work with long hours. Authorities stress no proven infectious agent and no sabotage link yet, though inquiries remain open.
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