Cold weather cripples factories as gas shortage widens
Frigid conditions kept most of the Midwest and Northeast in cold, with thousands of factories closed by gas shortages. The Senate approved a Carter energy plan to divert gas to hard hit areas. Florida will get 30 million federal funds for growers and displaced workers. Unemployment fears rise as claims soar and states brace for debt and higher heating costs.
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Evel Knievel Jump Canceled. Knievel Listed In Good Condition
Hours before a nationally televised event the jump was canceled and Evel Knievel was described by a hospital spokesman as in good condition. The report notes AP Laserphoto attribution.
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Restrictions eased energy officials call off extra limits
Minnesota energy officials canceled plans to seek further restrictions after fuel oil inventories appeared higher than expected. The Energy Agency cautioned against relaxing conservation efforts as inventories, still under verification, stood at about 834 135 barrels. Stage I energy saving remains in effect with thermostats urged to 65 and 60 degrees. Des Plaines refinery fuel oil supplies of 1.2 million gallons were available, but distribution remains unmanaged.
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Used 1972 Oldsmobile Delta Royale For Sale
A man advertises a 1972 Oldsmobile Delta Royale four door hardtop with power steering brakes and air conditioning. The owner offers the car below book value and invites inquiries via the listed phone number. The ad appeared in the Automotive section for two days of a six day run.
Silver Bay Wins Ruling for Milepost 7 Tailings Site
Silver Bay reacts to a three judge panel ruling granting permits for Reserve Mining Co to use Milepost 7 tailings site near Silver Bay and Babbitt. Judges say Milepost 7 poses greater health risk but deem Milepost 20 meaningless. ruling faces possible appeals.
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Gas rationing bill clears Senate amid emergency move
In Washington the Senate approved an emergency natural gas bill by 91 to 2, sending it to the House. The measure would empower President Carter to direct gas supplies to scarce regions, loosen some price controls through August, and shape how intrastate gas markets interact with interstate pipelines. The House weighs adopting the Senate form with a separate price-limit amendment.
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Young Heads for 10 Day African Trip as U N Ambassador
U N Ambassador Andrew Young begins a ten day tour of Africa representing the United States under President Carter. He travels to meet leaders, discuss regional concerns, and reinforce diplomatic ties.
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South Africa
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Georgia
Kurt Waldheim
Frigid winter slows economy and boosts bills
The severe winter has strained the US economy from Florida citrus to Midwest factories. Estimates place 1.5 million workers affected by plant closures tied to natural gas shortages. Analysts warn of possible $15 billion hit if cold persists into February and March, while stimulus plans may adjust to cover higher heating and food costs.
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Chase Econometrics Associates
Tarkenton hints at retirement as season nears
Minnesota quarterback Fran Tarkenton says he may retire, noting doubts about his football future in a Minneapolis Tribune interview. The remarks came as national news tracked GOP tax-cut proposals and FPC pipeline approval, plus FBI arrests in a kidnapping case and Mexican produce price trends.
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Minnesota Viking
Fran Tarkenton
Minneapolis Tribune
Mondale vows U.S. remains Asian Pacific power in Asia policy
Vice President Mondale ends a 10 day 22000 mile trip to Western Europe and Japan insisting the Carter administration will not turn its back on Asia. He says alliance with Japan remains central and military balance in the Pacific will be preserved with continued Southeast Asia interests and no timetable for troop withdrawals in Korea.
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South Korea
Weather outlook clear to partly cloudy tonight and Wednesday
The forecast calls for clear to partly cloudy conditions tonight and Wednesday. Lows dip to 0 to 10 degrees with daytime highs around 18 to 25 degrees.
Weather May Force Higher Tax Rebates In Carter Era Plan
The cold wave could add 2 to 5 billion dollars in heating costs and raise the case for a 50 dollar per person tax rebate. White House adviser Charles Schultze warns weather may push costs up if winter worsens. Carter pushes a 31.2 billion stimulus package with 50 dollar rebates totaling 11.4 billion.
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