Railpax unveils 114 city network reach 85 percent of metros
Railpax, created by Congress to save passenger trains, proposes a semipublic network linking 114 cities and 85 percent of major metropolitan areas. The plan requires signups by May 1, standardizes service, pools equipment, and may drop about half current trains with emphasis on major routes.
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Nixon sees Laos action speeding U.S. withdrawals
President Nixon told ABC he expects the Laos invasion to accelerate the pullout of U.S. forces at about 12,500 monthly, calling the campaign a milestone for South Vietnamese fighting ability. He warned against judging the effort as a failure and said long-range results would surface later.
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Vermont Reports Suspected Intravenous Poisoning Case
Vermont health commissioner Dr. Robert Aiken says at least one suspected case of poisoning from contaminated intravenous feeding solution occurred in the state. Hospitals and nursing homes were warned a week earlier about Abbott Laboratories' product. Federal authorities are probing about 285 poisoning cases with nine deaths nationwide. A Rutland Hospital case is mentioned by informed sources with the patient reported to have fully recovered.
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Couple’s bodies found in plane crash on Mt Washington
Mrs Irene Hennessey age 44 and her husband Dr Thomas Hennessey Jr 54 were found dead in a twin engine plane wreck at Huntington Ravine atop Mt Washington. The couple from Wellesley Hills Massachusetts were both pilots and had flown to the West Coast Bahamas Bermuda and Canada. They disappeared Saturday after their plane came within 60 feet of the summit and weather delayed rescue until Monday. Friends said they planned a skiing trip with their 15 year old son Jeffrey before taking a short holiday alone.
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Vermonters clash over land-use tax bill again
Rep. R Marshall Witten of Bennington sought to bring the land-use taxation measure to the House Appropriations Committee amid a standing vote of 87 to 36 against suspending rules for its consideration. The bill would grant a preferential tax for farmers earning at least half their income from farming. Witten plans another push later in the week as he opposes the current proposal from Agriculture and Ways and Means while supporting Gov. Davis' plan.
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Winooski St Michael's College Increases Tuition
St Michael's College in Winooski announced a 75 dollar per semester tuition rise effective July 1, lifting the annual tuition from 1850 to 2000. Summer school charges rise from 35 to 40 per credit. room and board stay at 1050 yearly. President Bernard Boutin cites inflation and vows no program cuts, urging prudent use of income.
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Residents sue over 95-foot water tower plan
South Burlington residents vow court appeal after the Environmental Board granted a 95-foot water tower. Champlain Water District argues the site is under 10 acres and exempt, while residents claim the entire district, far larger than 10 acres, should be considered. Water Resources says the project covers 7.65 acres and is exempt.
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Erroneous ID Found in Wallingford Truck Crash
Vermont state police corrected an earlier identification of the tractor trailer driver in a Wallingford fatal crash. Kristian P. Hansen, 22, of Orwell, was the truck driver. two Belmont residents, Edna Mae Desjardins, 56, and Mildred White, 76, died in the near head on collision near Cuttingsville.
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O Shea Seeks Meeting With Gov Davis on Peace Walk Day
Bernard O Shea, former Congressional hopeful, says antiwar supporters want to meet Vermont Governor Davis on April 2, the day Louise Bruyn of Newton Massachusetts arrives in Washington after a 400 mile peace walk.
Albany Assembly Bill Lets Pigeons Be Panned as Nuisance
The Albany Assembly approved a bill allowing humane elimination of pigeons deemed health threats or public nuisances. Permits could authorize taking the birds under local findings, excluding homing pigeons and focusing on park and street varieties known as clinkers.
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Prosecution Rest on Witnesses in 1969 Teacher Murder Trial
Albany reports begin with six witnesses on day one of Thomas J. O'Brien murder trial for the September 1969 slaying of a 21-year-old Troy teacher. Jerilyn Bush’s father testified about her body found in a bathtub. The day also notes state lawmakers seeking large budget cuts, aiming to trim Rockefeller’s budget by hundreds of millions, potentially $700 million from an $8.45 billion proposal, focusing on welfare and New York City.
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Bomb found at Mt Greylock High School triggers suspensions
A partially activated homemade bomb was found in a Mt Greylock Regional High School locker. Two 14-year-old students were suspended and turned to authorities as they admit making the explosive at home. School superintendant Osterman said no malicious intent was planned. In Adams, town meeting approved over 2 million dollars for school administration and authorized returning Mount Greylock land to the community. In Pittsfield, over 50 people recycled four tons of paper despite snow, with proceeds of sixty dollars to charity.
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