Carter likely backs Piketon uranium plant site
President Carter appears to support funding for a commercial uranium enrichment plant near Piketon to honor his Portsmouth area pledge. A White House meeting with a Tennessee delegation left Baker noting commitment to Portsmouth and a formal site decision expected within a week.
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Carter gains support as oil shortage views shift in poll
The Roper poll shows 55 percent accept oil shortages as a national fact with 39 percent doubt. Carter warns of a potential 10 to 15 point drop in popularity as public understanding grows. Congress faces the energy bill hurdle and a slow path to action ahead of pay raises.
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Carter impresses Europeans with calm approach at summit
In Europe Jimmy Carter arrives amid mystery and leaves with mixed judgments. Officials praise his intellect and poise at 10 Downing Street and in talks with Helmut Schmidt, noting his willingness to learn and ability to steer discussions on inflation and nuclear deals.
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Will Rogers on Ku Klux Klan Threat in New York
Will Rogers comments on a Ku Klux Klan visit to New York saying he distrusts white robed men. He jokes about tar and feathers and notes limited white sheet support in the city.
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Athens Birth Center Thanks Readers for Benefit Dinner Support
A letter from Athens Birth Center commends the community for a successful benefit dinner at Casa Que Pasa and thanks Athens’ Mexican restaurant for extra help. The center offers information on home birth and hospital options and lists contact details for more information.
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Saxbe backs ink ballot method amid Ohio voting debate
Former Ambassador William B. Saxbe endorses a simple ink on voters' fingers as a fraud shield while Ohio debates Hall's registration bill tied to driver licenses. Republicans worry of fraud, Saxbe cites Indian elections and ancient local practice as counterpoints. OSU journalism seminar on covering courts announced by Chief Justice ONeill.
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Sinking in federal regulation impacts higher education
Senator Jesse Helms cites rising costs of federal rules on colleges and universities. Harvard, Duke, Georgetown, UC Berkeley, and San Francisco Community College report large spending and time losses for compliance and affirmative action mandates. Helms seeks early Senate hearing amid debate on funding strings and standards.
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Civil Service changes loom under new administrator Campbell
Washington observes Alan K. Campbell take the helm of the Civil Service Commission with plans to reform hiring and promotions. He criticizes rigid veterans preference and advocates decentralizing personnel decisions while facing cabinet resistance over delays and political influence.
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