Fresh U.S. push for standby gasoline rationing
In Washington a renewed push for a standby gasoline rationing plan emerges as Carter officials and Congress debate authority. An Energy Department spokesman says a simple retail pricing system to prevent gouging should be chosen by mid July. Deputy Energy Secretary O Leary says rationing should be considered, even as Schlesinger and other officials resist.
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Tornadoes, discrimination ruling, and sports notes from Cedar Rapids
Disaster areas declared in six central Iowa counties as cleanup continues. A large tire maker faces a government discrimination ruling barring future U S contracts. NATO commander to retire after 35 years with no presidential ambitions. Cedar Rapids wing walker remains active on ground. Giants beat Clinton 2-0 in baseball. Juice for cars project eyed. Sports complex dedication noted. Walleyes bite in select lakes as fishing slows. Sky Lab feature eyed for month. Bond thriller review notes life left in Ian Fleming film. Fuel costs may force city budget cuts.
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Beauty queen shuns crown after losing Miss North Carolina title
Debbie Shook, 22, stripped of the Miss North Carolina title after saying the job is not a bed of roses, threw and kicked her rhinestone crown on stage at Raleigh Mem Auditorium. She said she would not apologize for speaking her mind and advised readers to check the papers. The Jaycees canceled her appearance at the night pageant.
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Carter Opens Talks With South Koreans
President Carter after a dawn jog with troops near Camp Casey arrives in Seoul to meet President Park Chung-hee. Tens of thousands cheer as Carter reviews Korean forces and receives the city keys amid a delicate stance on Park’s political methods.
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All-Iowa Fair Opens At Hawkeye Downs In 44th Year
Hawkeye Downs hosts the 44th annual All-Iowa Fair with full exhibit and booth space and grandstand ticket sales progressing well. Fair manager John Emmons notes smooth operations and thanks electricians for a special agreement aiding setup as judging of rabbits food items and a horse show begin today.
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Tragic One Car Crash Claims Rural Swisher Man
Richard C. Powell 30 of Swisher was killed in a two I-380 Cedar Rapids crash Friday afternoon when his Jeep struck a guardrail on the I- 380 bridge over Highway 30. Powell was ejected onto Highway 30 and died at a local hospital.
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FDA orders ban on DES use in livestock feeding
The FDA bans the cancer causing chemical DES from animal feed and fattening cattle after years of legal challenges. Commissioner Kennedy, on his last day, upholds an earlier ruling to withdraw DES from the market as critics warn about risk assessment. Described effects include steers growing 8 percent bigger with DES and leaner carcasses.
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