Unions Plan Gas Rationing Push After Energy Debate
The AFL-CIO with 13.5 million members will press Congress for nationwide gasoline rationing and an Arab oil embargo. Meany urged action to avoid economic collapse while unions rejected Ford’s plan as an extra tax. The panel backed a $15 billion individual tax cut and a $5 billion corporate tax cut to spur jobs and growth.
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Court Action Looms On Oil Tariffs By The Associated Press
Opposition to Ford tariffs on imported crude oil grows as New England plans court challenges. Rep. Robert F. Drinan and firms New England Electric Co. and Boston Edison Co. prepare suit in Washington. Massachusetts and other states push for joint actions citing misused hearings and constitutional limits.
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Ford energy plan faces criticism from governors and FEA
The Federal Energy Administration warns Ford proposals raise average family energy bills by about 18 percent with natural gas most affected. Governors from 10 Northeastern states urge action as emissions of a tariff on imported crude oil move forward, while the FEA outlines rationing and price impacts.
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Lobbyist Withdrawn After Town Barbs and Budget Dispute
Barstow withdraws his bid to be town lobbyist after clash with Acting Town Manager Plante over fees and extra grants. He says temporary withdrawal due to political temper. claims eight months earned 1763 dollars though contract allowed 50 dollars monthly plus expenses. He notes added grants and new hires via local efforts under town oversight.
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States' Rights Endangered Thomson Threatens Supreme Court Suit
Gov. Meldrim Thomson warned he may sue to the Supreme Court if the Senate blocks New Hampshire from settling its disputed senatorial election. He argued state sovereignty and urged the Senate to respect New Hampshire's electoral process amid a recount that shifted the certificate from Durkin to Wyman.
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Rockefeller Sees Record Crisis Facing Nation
Vice President Nelson Rockefeller warned at a Chicago conference that the United States faces the greatest economic and energy crisis in its history, noting OPEC's oil price rise as an unprepared shock. He expressed confidence the difficulties can be solved.
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United States
Abortion Trial Sees Fetus Autopsy Details Amid Photo Debate
In Boston, medical examiner Dr. George W. Curtis testifies that the fetus allegedly killed by Dr. Kenneth C. Edelin showed lung activity but may have had no air in the lungs. The prosecution argues the fetus was a human being. the defense questions the impact of viewing a photo.
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U.S. Passenger Travel Covers Two Trillion Miles Annually
Estimates indicate that both rail and air travelers in the United States collectively cover about two trillion miles each year. The figure reflects broad travel patterns across domestic routes and long distance journeys.
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