Ohio Democrats pledge cooperation with Rhodes in new session
In Columbus the 112th Ohio General Assembly opens with Democrats pledging cooperation to Gov. James A. Rhodes while vowing to press enacted laws. House Speaker Vernal G. Riffe Jr. notes vetoed bills will be reconsidered and outlines budget focus on public education and state priorities. He warns against claims of a veto proof legislature and signals upcoming debates on collective bargaining, unemployment, energy policy, election reform, and consumer protection.
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Senate
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Mayor outlines finances and staff changes in State of the City
In a Monday State of the City message Mayor Donald Barrett cites financial planning needs and developmental strategy. He signals dropping new garbage collection proposals after five years of study and urges no attrition in maintenance while expanding the street crew. John Coon to oversee privacy law compliance.
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Barrett
Jack Coon
Nelsonville York Board approves temporary school funds
Nelsonville York City Board of Education approves temporary appropriations totaling 814298.42 during reorganizational meeting. Superintendent Jack Hillyer says the figures are to keep the schools in business until more information arrives from the state.
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Nelsonville-York City
County budget talks open with sheriff request and meals plan
Meigs County Commissioners start the year reviewing the sheriff department budget request for 157 080 dollars. Sheriff Proffitt proposes meals for prisoners from a local restaurant instead of jail kitchen prep, as noted in Page 12. Weather: cloudy tonight with lows near 27 and a 20 percent chance of precipitation. Wednesday high around 39 with a 50 percent chance of rain or snow. Details on Page 6.
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Meigs County
James Proffitt
Sheriff's Department
Ford proposes $10 billion income tax cut and tax tweaks
President Ford backs a $10 billion personal income tax cut with corporate tax reductions and higher personal Social Security taxes. The plan mirrors the tax cut package Congress declined last year.
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Ford
Congress
Task Force urges abolishing 89 Ohio state agencies
In Columbus the Governor's Task Force on Commissions urged abolishment termination or consolidation of 89 agencies. Chairman James M. Wilsman said full implementation could save at least 1 million dollars yearly for the state.
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Inauguration Day Costs and Free Events at Carter Installations
Washington AP reports for Jim Carter's inauguration crowds must bring money and patience. Outdoor events include a free sightseeing tour in an open air tourmobile. Only 340 foreign ambassadors get free entry. many attendees must buy seats at $25 each or $50 for VIP couples. The People’s Inaugural shifts funding away from corporate contributions.
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Democrats to Start Carter Plan Early in Congress
The 95th Congress opens with new leadership and a pledge to back President elect Carter. Democrats plan a $4 billion public works jobs bill to jump start Carter’s economic program, while Byrd and others vie for top Senate posts and O’Neill remains House speaker as Carter prepares to take office.
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Carter to place peanut business in trust under new ethics code
President elect Carter proposes a strict ethics code requiring cabinet nominees to divest conflicting holdings and sign a commitment to serve full terms. He will transfer Carter Farms Inc and Carter's Warehouse to a trust, limiting personal financial impact from farm operations. Rosalynn Carter's stock is unresolved, valued around twenty five thousand dollars.
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PUCO Hones Conservation Plans After Gas Curtailments
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio endorses residential conservation measures and offers to push gas suppliers into insulation and furnace converter services following Columbia Gas curtailments. Cold November and 40 percent higher gas use prompted expanded cuts for industrial and commercial users while residential customers face no direct pinch.
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Washington State
Jim Balthaser
Puco Natural Resources Division
Washington
Balthaser
Columbia Gas Co
Coffee Boycott Spreads Across Several States
The boycott started in New York City and has spread to Ohio Massachusetts and upstate New York with supermarket chains urging customers to avoid coffee and promoting substitutes. Stores like Liberal Markets Inc Stop and Shop and Shopwell Inc have launched ads and coupons while Syracuse officials say major chains joined the campaign. Retail coffee prices remain high with wholesale prices near three dollars and retail prices around three dollars per pound.
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New York
Liberal Markets Inc
Dayton
Cincinnati
Boston
Stop-and-Shop Co Inc
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N.Y
Consumer Affairs Office
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Ford Schedules Move to End Gas Price Controls
President Ford steps to lift federal price ceilings on gasoline as Congress has 15 days to veto. If no action, controls end Jan 19, potentially raising prices and impacting inflation and unemployment. Administration argues long term gains in exploration and capacity. critics warn of higher near term costs and economic strain.
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Pentagon Divides Over Service Unions and Labor Talks
Pentagon lawyers clash on whether servicemen can join unions but agree the department can bar union negotiations on pay and conditions. The dispute centers on potential constitutional rights impacts. Army argues authority exists. Wiley challenges that view. Air Force and Navy give uncertain signals. A directive currently bars commanders from recognizing or bargaining with any service union.
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Richard Wiley
Air Force
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