Carter outlines vast energy outlay
President Carter unveiled a $140 billion energy security program to be funded over ten years by a windfall profits tax on oil. He urged swift congressional action, vowed to keep oil imports below 1977 levels, and announced federal audits of refineries and dealers to enforce energy laws.
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Ambitious national figures in a day of varied headlines
A Cedar Rapids subject fronts a legal success as the highest court backs a former resident now practicing in Colorado. The paper surveys critiques of Governor Ray’s board appointments, notes Pope John Paul II amid celebrity mentions, and covers Iran conflicts, Somoza’s reshuffled army, OPEC questions, school board race, and other items across pages 5A 5B 6A 4A 12B and 3B.
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New gas pricing rules take effect across stations
Energy Department establishes a uniform 15.4 cent ceiling on service station profits with six month inflation adjusters and allows state markups up to 10 cents. Some stations may raise prices by about 3 cents while others lower charges. Stations must post declared margins and prices to aid enforcement.
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Carter Announces Heavy Oil Decontrol Plan
President Carter directs immediate decontrol of heavy oil prices citing a 10 billion barrel U.S. reserve mostly in California. The move aims to curb foreign petroleum dependence and shift incentives toward domestic production while exempting heavy oil from windfall profits tax.
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White House
Cedar Rapids residents react to Carter speech on energy
A Gazette survey finds Cedar Rapids area residents split over President Carter's appeal to save energy. Voters express hope and doubt about a second term, with comments on gas use, national crisis, and political support.
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