Detroit automakers project 1975 sales growth
Detroit executives forecast total domestic 1975 model year new car sales between 8.6 and 9 million, with individual company predictions totaling about 9.428 million. GM aims 4.851 million, Ford 2.6 million, American Motors 450 thousand, Chrysler 1.527 million, reflecting a optimistic market share shift.
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Relief Teams Rush To Aid Storm Victims In Central America
Fiji relief effort mobilizes across Central America as tropical storm Fifi devastates five nations. In Honduras La Ceiba reports about 100 killed and 100 missing or dead. 80 Peace Corps workers are believed trapped along the Caribbean coast amid poor communications from affected regions.
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Motor industry accused of turning back safety clock
Cambridge based trial lawyers chief Robert E. Cartwright charged Detroit with inflation politics to gut safety features like airbags and safety belts, claiming higher costs threaten life saving technology and urging public scrutiny of industry figures. At the same time, reports detail Hurricane Fifi's devastating impact across Central America with Honduras hit hardest.
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The New Models and the Belt System Debate
A long analysis of seat belt interlocks and air bags. It notes millions paid for belts yet many disable the interlock. Congress weighs ending the interlock and mandatory air bags. safety studies claim major life saves from belts and air bags, while carmakers and AAA voice concerns.
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New Vermont Steak House Seeks Bold New Dishes
A Bennington Vermont notice highlights The Vermont Steak House at 716 Main St offering evolving chef creations. It notes elegant chicken salad ideas and marinating tips, plus guidance on prep timing, equipment like double boilers, and rolls with honey orange butter. The quote from Brillat Savarin accompanies the promotional copy.
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