Carter shifts to phase two canal publicity drive
The Carter administration launched phase two of a national campaign to promote the Panama Canal treaties. The effort involves the President, Cabinet members, and State Department officials to explain the treaties and their security benefits. Ambassador Patrick Lucey urged governors to back senators who vote as statesmen. The push follows a high profile Washington summit and a televised signing ceremony with Latin American leaders, as opponents mount their own anti treaty effort.
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Whey plant probe sparks politics claim in Vermont
Vermont officials examine the 9.6 million whey processing facility in Georgia to absolve the governor of blame, with chairman Richard Gadbois noting engineers were reassigned to evaluate possible political risk. Delays persist and operations run at about 20 percent capacity producing animal feed.
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White's red over back tax publicity misfires in Boston
In Boston, Mayor Kevin White’s plan to shame delinquent taxpayers by posting names and photos backfired when Lionel Goldman, one noted taxpayer, died five years ago. The display aimed to collect about 50 million in back taxes from six properties. a $94 000 bill cited was disputed and one building pictured had been demolished. Goldman’s family suggests a potential legal challenge over using his father’s name.
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SVSU enrollment falls for second straight year
SVSU enrollment dropped 3 percent from 5,666 to 5,498 students between September 1976 and the start of this school year, with Supt. George A. Sleeman noting summer losses that normally rebound no longer hold. He expects growth ahead due to road construction and regional expansion, including access into New York.
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Sharon puts settlement drive above peace in interview
Agriculture Minister Ariel Sharon said Israel will not withdraw from the West Bank or the Golan Heights and that settlement is more important than peace. He asked for U S understanding as Carter called settlements illegal. Sharon vowed to expand the 26 Golan settlements and extend rights in occupied areas, while Carter prepared to discuss the issue with Moshe Dayan.
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Weekend Weather Outlook With Showers Possible
Cloudy and cool today with temperatures in the 60s and occasional showers. Partial clearing and still cooler Saturday night. Partly sunny Sunday.
Prison work programs under review in Vermont corrections dept
Montpelier memo reports a broad self assessment of jail goals and inmate programs focused on productive use of time. Deputy Commissioner Martin Fitzgerald notes emphasis on inside programs, work habits and support services, with plans for logging and rail bed work and nonprofit prison industries.
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