American Motors raises prices in line with Big Three
AMC boosts 1975 model prices by about 399 dollars, averaging an 8.5 percent rise. The move follows GM Ford and Chrysler increases, with AMC noting model availability shifts due to strikes and lineup changes. Gremlin remains the lowest US built subcompact, while Javelin and Ambassador were dropped. Cynthia Nelson, traveling from Jamaica to London, faced airline ticket confusion en route to Montego Bay.
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Anti-textbook leaders vow to fight to death in schools
In Charleston West Virginia sheriff deputies brace for more disorder as antitextbook leaders pledge to fight until death if necessary. Nearly 20 percent of Kanawha County pupils were absent and 18 people were arrested for unlawful assembly after parents blocked bus garages. A racist graffiti sign appeared but protesters denied responsibility as schools had reopened after a 30 day review of texts.
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Boston busing crisis deepens as violence escalates
Black children were barred from South Boston schools amid court ordered busing. Mayor White and NAACP leaders consider federal marshals to enforce integration after the day’s violence, with arrests and threats reported. Police stationed at busing pickup sites as discussions shift sites.
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New England better prepared for winter crisis says FEA director
Robert W. Mitchell, regional director of the Federal Energy Administration, asserts New England is far better prepared for this winter's energy crisis than last year due to FEA maturation and stronger state capabilities. He notes a planned monthly fuel forecasting system, aims for a common policy base, and warns of possible coal strikes. He also discusses a rising New England influence in Washington and a cooperative approach with states. Weather outlook shows clear in southern New England midweek, with weekend showers in the north and 60s highs and 30s-40s lows.
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Brazil Forestation Warns of Amazon Deforestation Rate
Recife Brazil UPI reports Professor Marvick Kleer of the University of Ribeirao Preto warns that if current deforestation trends continue the Amazon rainforest could be wiped out within 30 years. He notes about 24 percent destroyed in the past decade as the 26th annual Brazilian Society for the Progress of Science meets. The Amazon covers about 1.8 million square miles.
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Senate Votes to End Great Low Mood and Emergency Powers
The Senate passed a bill to abolish four national emergencies dating back to 1933 and suspend 470 statutes governing executive powers. It requires Congressional approval for future emergencies, mandates six monthly reviews, and repeals authority to detain people under martial law. Termination occurs one year after enactment.
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