Ford Veto Expected On Six Month Oil Price Controls
President Ford indicated he will veto a six month extension of oil price controls as Congress heads into a vacation. Nessen in Helsinki blamed Congress for possible gas and heating price hikes this fall while outlining steps to ease the transition and maintain price stability.
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White House
Ron Nessen
Helsinki
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Senate
Bob Eckhardt
Texas
Frank Zarb
John Rhexies
Buy Heating Oil Now Expert Says
CHICAGO UPI America's oil consumers urged to shift focus from gasoline to heating oil to save money. Herb Hugo senior editor of Platts Oil Brain says filling tanks before early September can save about 40. Only modest price rises expected in August by most firms. Gasoline supplies are 10 percent lower than a year ago while heating oil inventories rise to meet demand. Weather largely decides. He advises topping up when tanks are half full to maximize savings.
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UPI
America
Herb Hugo
Daily Platt
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Chuckle Most Children Hate To Begin A Meal
A lighthearted note on children often feeling hungry before meals, suggesting a humorous take on appetite and routines as families prepare to eat together.
Senate votes to partially lift Turkish arms embargo
Washington API reports the Senate approved a partial Turkish arms embargo lift for a second time, 47-46, as House delays threaten action before August recess. Democratic Sens. Dick Clark supports the measure while John Culver opposes it, and a White House push urged action. The House leadership blocked a Friday vote, making a two-thirds requirement likely and delaying action until September at the earliest.
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Bjornson Challenges Moore for School Director At Large Seat
Bjornson, 42, filed papers for the three year director at large seat, challenging Ronald E. Moore who had been unopposed. Bjornson called for policy focus and limited board involvement in day to day operations, aiming for unity among seven members.
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Moore
Barbara B. Bjornson
Cefiat Rapids
Ronald E. Moore
Hit Knoiwood Drive SE
Bjornton
Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.4 Percent in July
The U S labor department reports the unemployment rate fell to 4.4 percent in July with total employment rising by 630000 to 85.1 million. Joblessness declined across teens women and Black workers while long term unemployment rose to 3.2 percent of the labor force.
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Lator
Iowa Jobless Rate Drops .2 Percent
DES MOLNES AP Iowa's season ally adjusted unemployment rate for July is projected at 5.9 percent, a drop of .2 percent from the previous month, the Iowa employment security commission said Friday. The unadjusted rate is estimated at 6 percent, both figures are only estimates.
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Iowa
Hoksbergen
Sylvia Porter's Money Book series preview
The Gazette begins an exclusive run from Sylvia Porter's best selling Money Book. A Monday through Friday August series offers common sense money tips to save on food and medical costs, maximize savings, and defend against rising prices. First installment appears on page 4 today.
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Sylvia Porter
Horrowine
Hoffa Disappearance Ties to Detroit Mob Figure Questioning
Bloomfield Hills authorities prepared to question Anthony Giacalone, a reputed Detroit crime figure and friend of Hoffa, as part of the inquiry into former Teamsters president James Hoffa missing since Wednesday. Police say Hoffa was due to meet someone at a Bloomfield Township restaurant, a report later contested by Giacalone.
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Teamsters Union
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Curt Grennier
Anthony Giacalone
Giacalone
Haffa
U.S. Senate
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Grennier
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Michigan
Associated Press
Grenier
Ozone Record Set in Cedar Rapids as Month Ends
Cedar Rapids recorded the highest ozone level since records began as July proved unusually dry and hot. statewide rainfall averaged 0.85 inches against 3.86 normal, with Cedar Rapids totaling only 38 inches for the month and air pollution advisories lifted pending rain.
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National Weather Service
Pact Signed at Summit Sets Tone for European Contours
President Ford warned leaders that the Helsinki summit pact must be more than words as 35 nations endorse a guiding document on Europe and human rights. He urged concrete moves on arms reduction with the Soviet Union and a new accord to curb offensive weapons over the next decade while promising ongoing U.S. pursuit of a broader agreement.
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European Security Conference
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United States
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Helsinki
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Romania
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