Soviet A tests threaten Ford in nuclear pact dispute
In Tehran reporters report two Soviet underground blasts last month possibly exceeding 150 kilotons. Kissinger and aides review data. first blast July 4 estimated 100 to 200 kilotons, second blast described as higher. Result could impact Ford during campaign against Reagan.
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Vermont hit by federal disaster aid after deadly July storms
President Ford declared a federal disaster area in Vermont counties Windsor Rutland Bennington and Orange opening access to federal funds for debris removal road and bridge repairs and public facility fixes. SBA disaster loans and FDAA coordination will support relief efforts led by Thomas Dunne with state input from F Paul Hartzell. Town Manager Louis C Savelas estimated damage Monday but cautioned figures were not yet known.
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Jobless Rate Rises to 7.8 Percent in July
The Labor Department reports a record 7.4 million unemployed in July, 280,000 more than June, as the nation sees jobseekers reach 61.9 percent of the population. Employment rose 400,000 to 87.9 million, while civilian workers climbed to 95.3 million, highlighting ongoing workforce records and political implications for Ford and Carter.
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Inside Local Highlights And Features
The Wadsworths discuss shore dinners moved inland in Agnes Rockwood's column on page 3. The Country Mouse ventures into the New York subway to question a town manager contract on page 4. Fox Hollow Festival coverage profiles a Bennington native who blends art with Hoosick Falls renovations on pages 6 and 7. Entertainment reviews the Green Mountain Arts photography show on page 9. Sports rounds up results with Strollers reaching finals, Owens earning a medal, Phils pitching solid, and Hobson aiding the Red Sox on pages 10 and 11.
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Mystery illness in Legion epidemic may linger with no clear cause
In Harrisburg UPI reports scientists say the American Legion epidemic, which has killed 25 people, appears to be fading but the cause remains unknown. Dr. David Sencer of the CDC notes toxins or viruses as possible culprits, though tests have yet to prove viral involvement.
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Senate approves omnibus Clean Air Act revision
The Senate voted 78 to 13 to approve a broad omnibus bill updating the 1970 Clean Air Act. It tightens controls in cleaner regions, extends auto emission deadlines, and is seen as the era's major environmental action. House votes on amendments anticipated next week amid lobbying by environmental and business groups.
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D.maine
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C.R
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Environmental Protection Agency
Gary Hart
Colorado
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EPA
Shaftsbury school meeting set for Sept. 8 new votes on budget and board member
Shaftsbury School Board votes to call a special meeting on Sept. 8 with two questions. One asks to rescind the June 24 budget addition of 3500 dollars for a staff librarian. The other seeks to reconsider the June 24 board member election, potentially printing Dr. Irving Adler and Lorna Cole on ballots.
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Judson Brown
Shaftsbury
Irving Adler
Lorna Cole
John H. Williams II
Bennington
Vermont
Williams
Reagan wins delegates as Schweiker taps ticket in GOP race
Reagan captures four New Jersey, two New York, and one Louisiana delegates after naming liberal Sen. Richard Schweiker as running mate. Some Illinois delegates consider backing Reagan, while Ford maintains edge with 1,120 delegates to 1,037 for Reagan and 102 uncommitted. Connally loyalty questions rise amid Watergate ties, with supporters like William Simon backing him.
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Debate over doctors' building covers medical-care needs too
More than 50 people gathered for a public discussion on Putnam Memorial Hospital's plan to build a $1.115 million doctors' office complex. A final verdict was postponed to Aug 12 after a three hour hearing.
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Citizens Review
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Bennington
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