Senate votes largest defense bill amid B1 bomber delay
The Senate passed the fiscal 1976 defense package 82 to 6, approving 948 million for the B1 bomber but barring spending until Feb 1, 1977. House leaders aim to fund a final decision on the bomber and may restore B1 money in conference. The bill lifts military readiness with naval and artillery boosts amid budget tensions. Hurricane Belle lashes New York area with 90 mph winds causing outages and floods, weakening to a tropical storm by dawn.
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House passes postcard registration bill amid 1976 campaign tensions
The UPI report notes a 239 to 147 House vote approving a postcard voter registration law allowing all states to mail in forms while a federal registration admin was rejected. Ford and Reagan vie for delegates as GOP tensions rise. Flooding impacts Vermont towns with boil-water orders and river overflows, stranding roads and damaging buildings.
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Harris twins found guilty in SLA kidnapings
William and Emily Harris of the Symbionese Liberation Army were found guilty of two counts of kidnapping during the Hearst case. Jurors return to court under defense claims of prejudice as the nine day deliberation ends after a three week trial.
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Connally Could Lead Ford Campaign If Not VP Pick
President Ford may appoint John B. Connally as campaign chairman if he chooses someone other than a running mate. The plan, supported by Rogers C. Mort, aims to counter Watergate as a campaign issue and appeal to conservative voters in the South and West without risking anti-Connally sentiment among progressive Republicans. Morton, Whyte, and an associate report Ford has shown interest in Connally for a central campaign role.
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Inside Local highlights school rides and local rail talk
Buckley proposes free Steamtrain rides for schoolchildren while Serrigo discusses local rail issues. Tom Braden offers Ford campaign tips with skepticism on adoption. Alec Drysdale recalls Battle Day history and Tims critiques of neuter language. County items cover Stewart Road, White Creek filming, school boards and Grange honors. Regional maps outline Bennington plan. Entertainment reports chamber concerts at Bennington College.
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New York towns warned to enact wetlands laws by Sept 1
Albany officials announce a Sept 1 deadline for town ordinances to regulate freshwater wetlands or lose local control to state or county authorities. The Freshwater Wetlands Act targets 12.4 acre areas, with maps and permits to follow, risking delays until 1978. Louis Concra notes statewide outreach as DOT eligibility pressures arise.
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Burgess calls halt to Vermont Bicentennial Steamtrain
Democratic candidate John Burgess urged stopping Vermont’s Bicentennial Steamtrain calling it an extravaganza. He criticized managers for dropping the ball and warned the project will end summer with an $800,000 deficit. Burgess said the steam train was a pipe dream and the mounting bills are real. He is unrelated to former Lt. Gov. John S. Burgess who heads the state commission.
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