Carter proposes 7.4 billion foreign aid package
President Carter asked Congress for a 7.4 billion foreign aid package for fiscal 1978, 1.1 billion more than Ford's 6.3 billion proposal. He said reforms will curb mismanagement and target rights-violating regimes while shifting toward economic assistance for developing nations. Carter also extended the Rhodesia chrome embargo and floated an oil spill plan with port inspections and tanker safeguards.
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Congo president Ngouabi shot in Brazzaville living quarters
Reports from Zaire and Paris say President Marien Ngouabi of the Congo was seriously wounded by shots fired in his Brazzaville residence. An infantry lieutenant was named as the attacker with an overnight curfew imposed in Brazzaville.
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Lottery bill moves toward passage with sunset clause
Vermont Senate General Affairs Committee endorsed the lottery bill with a June 30 1980 sunset and a Joint Fiscal Committee oversight power to investigate if losses exceed 450000 in three months. Other actions include earmarking funds for capital expenses and a 250000 startup appropriation.
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Early warmth thwarts maple sugaring across New England
United Press International surveys show unseasonably warm days slow sap flow and hasten tree buds, threatening a poor season though some growers hope for a freeze back. Vermont and Connecticut reports warn of standstill or shrinking seasons, while New Hampshire’s Kenneth Bascom signals cautious optimism if cold nights return.
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Woodbury
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Return of 12 Vietnam War remains ends silent visit
In Hanoi 12 American remains from the Indochina war are returned to U.S. officials. UAW President Woodcock and envoy Yost lead the delegation inside the House of the Reposing Soul as a planned planeside ceremony is arranged after Congressman Montgomery insists on a moment of silence and a proper tribute.
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Montpelier feud over governorship race heats up
In Vermont, Gov. Richard Snelling and Attorney General M. Jerome Diamond clash over authority on Vermont Yankee nuclear plant hearings and IPC matters. Diamond accuses Snelling of harassing him while Snelling claims access to files was denied. The rift, seen as a campaign by Diamond for governor, grows as election approaches.
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