Radio Show for Truckers Becomes Mutual Clearing House
In New Orleans AP reports Charlie Douglas Road Gang Radio Show reaches nationwide truckers mixing blues country and detour news. Drivers call in from Wyoming Florida Illinois to share information forming a mobile clearing house. Douglas a 20 year radio veteran notes drivers trust him and hopes to help fuel price protests and slower driving speeds.
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Wyoning
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Truckers Call Nationwide Stop Amid Fuel Disputes
Hartford reports Gov. Meskill held talks as nationwide truck stoppage pressure grows. Grinnell and Bartonsville drivers circulate car radios urging halt on Interstate routes, citing fuel shortages, higher prices, and imposed speed limits. Escalation includes blockades and warnings of violence, with truckers facing big operating costs and possible bankruptcy without a deal.
Senate stalls on special prosecutor bills for now
Senate leaders, after debating several measures to create a court appointed Watergate special prosecutor, left the bills for next year. House Speaker Carl Albert and Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield signaled no rush, citing confidence in Leon Jaworski’s handling of the investigation. The measures could be revived at any time if recalled.
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Packard’s Route Notes Mark Driving Costs and Rises in Fuel
Logs show fuel costs varying across states with fees from 28.9 to 40.3 cents per gallon as Packard reports he could buy only 23 gallons at times. He warns the road cannot be profitable with current prices. The Yankee Flyer cites needed changes as small operators struggle and are squeezed out.
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Texas
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