Democrats Open Mini Convention In Kansas City
Democrats opened their first mid term miniconvention with 2035 delegates. The gathering featured the adoption of the party's first formal constitution and an endorsement of an economic program to contrast Ford’s policies. Leaders promised open debate while seminars shaped future positions on economy and foreign affairs.
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Ford Schmidt ink deepened postwar friendship proves historic tie
Washington UPI report says President Ford and Chancellor Helmut Schmidt near a close Anglo American alliance bond. Their two day talks produced a longer first meeting than expected and an unscheduled economics discussion in Blair House with West German financial leaders joining.
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New schooling standards face broad educator criticism
In Manchester Vermont, the state Board of Education heard strong opposition to a 21 page public school approval plan. Educators from groups including the Vermont Education Association argued the proposal sidelines professionals and weakens quality while pushing for inclusion and clear standards.
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Inside pages brief notes and column summaries across pages
The note lists show columnists on page 3 discussing detective stories. Sperling’s Monitor column on page 5 compares Ford and Nixon on parochiaid. Page 6 covers school board news from Pownal and Shaftsbury. A nephew of Grandma Moses headlines a one man show on page 7. AVM alumni protest loss of football on page 9. Downtown Revitalization Committee adopts a new logo on page 10. Ski team prospects at Mt. Anthony are highlighted on page 12.
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Missing ballots trouble statewide attorney general recount
A statewide recount of votes for attorney general stalled by the loss of 300 ballots in Barre. The review, led by Washington County officials, prompted court orders to retrieve Barre ballots. The missing ballots could push the matter into the courts if not recovered.
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Unemployment Reaches 13-Year High At 6.5 Percent
National jobless rate climbs to 6.5 percent in November, the highest in 13 years, with 790000 added to unemployment rolls. Ford urges Congress for 2.5 billion in public works and unemployment aid to curb deterioration. Coal strike impacts not yet counted. economists foresee 7 to 8 percent in 1975.
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Diamond gains county votes in Bennington recount
Bennington County's recount of the race for attorney general between Kimberly Cheney and M. Jerome Diamond finished before noon Thursday with all candidates gaining votes. Diamond added 43 plus 2 on Independent Vermonter totals. Cheney added 10 and Nancy Kaufman 9 for Liberty Union. Final rankings unchanged but Cheney's margin narrows from 266 to 221. statewide loss by 376. County totals to be filed with the secretary of state and superior court.
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Heir Apparent Sees Mills Resigning Soon as Chairman
Rep. Al Ullman of Oregon, heir apparent to the House Ways and Means chair, says he expects Wilbur Mills to resign soon due to illness. Mills, 65, has led the committee for 17 years and is hospitalized after exhaustion.
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Fanne Foxe
Quebec eyes Richelieu River flood dam without U.S. approval
In St Jean Quebec officials assert flood control on the Richelieu River is urgent and may proceed without U S consent. Mortimer Hendler of Quebec Natural Resources testified that delaying proposals harms farmland while U S Vermont New York raise environmental concerns and urge study before proceeding. The IJC must review findings and issue recommendations amid renewed hearings in St Jean Plattsburgh and South Burlington.
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Public absorbs coal deal costs across economy
Consumers will pay higher bills as a coal contract raises mine wages and benefits. Cincinnati Gas and Electric cites a $1.50 per ton coal price hike and 40 to 45 cent monthly bill increases. Executives say pass throughs are allowed with fuel-cost escalations. Union and industry leaders call the agreement costly while overt inflationary impact remains uncertain amid shared recession indicators.
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Arnold Miller
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Trailer Destroyed in Incident At Local Lot
A trailer owned by Arthur Paulin was destroyed in an incident at a local lot. Details appear on the back page of the edition.
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