Debates Near as Ford and Carter Prepare in White House
On eve of the first nationally televised debate Ford conducts dress rehearsals at the White House with aides simulating reporters to sharpen responses. Carter rests and studies briefs while pledging a major federal overhaul, including abolishing four energy agencies and creating a Cabinet department. Jetting toward Philadelphia for Thursday night’s debate, the rivals face issues on economy and domestic policy amid campaign strategy from Mondale and Dale.
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Associated Press
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White House
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Philadelphia
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San Francisco
Bot Carter
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Bob Dale
Plains
Kissinger Lays It On Line In Rhodesia Talks
Secretary of State Kissinger told Rhodesian leaders in Pretoria that the game is up and they should yield power to the black majority. He outlined five points: Rhodesia’s quarantine by the world, rising guerrilla pressure, risks from Soviet and Cuban influence, shrinking Western backing as South Africa comes under pressure, and limited American support if Rhodesia faces defeat.
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Salisbury
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Vietnam
United States
Corry approves new dog pound plans
City Council on Monday night approved renovation plans for the Corry dog pound. The drawings were prepared by consulting engineer David Johnson for the project.
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Corry
David Johnson
Council Balks State Over Corry Dog Pound Renovation
Mayor Kibler opposes funding to renovate the Corry dog pound near the sewer plant after a debate with Dr. Hoffman chief veterinarian for dog law enforcement. He warns of humane issues and the need for proper facilities referencing nearby Benzinger Township to illustrate best practices.
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Dan Scannell
Mary Ann Kibler
Corry
Kibler
R.D. Holman
Pennsylvania
Hoffman
Harrisburg
Matt Kania
FDA bans food color Red No 4 and carbon black dyes
The FDA banned Red No 4 for internal foods and drugs due to safety concerns and banned carbon black in candies and cosmetics amid tests suggesting risks of bladder polyps and possible carcinogenic byproducts. The agency will also restrict 10 other color additives and advance safety testing for 52 colors while phasing in broader approvals for external cosmetics.
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Food and Drug Administration
FDA
Sai
Richard Ronk
Virginna
Maryland
Washington, D.C
Janet Tenney
Grant
Canada
Man dies after two weeks chained to tree in Florida forest
Douglas Ray Sumner, 21, spent two weeks chained to a tree, shelter built with palm fronds, rainwater collected in holes, and ate palmetto leaves before dying of starvation or exposure. Investigators call it murder though no arrests. A pastor blamed religious extremism, noting Sumner spoke of going to the forest to get closer to God. Bones largely decayed. remains found by hunters a mile from the Gulf. university ID and Bible found at scene.
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Fla
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Sumner
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Gulf of Mexico
Pierre Kennedy
University of South Florida
Local Program Drops Corry Skill Center Plan
County drops plan to fund a $200,000 Corry Skill Center under the Public Works Employment Act of 1976. The Corry vo-tech project was already nearing completion inside the former Elgin Labs on Route 6, so funds cannot be used. City to pursue its own facility and apply for federal funds for senior citizens and community centers and storm sewers while the school district may seek a water line to the vo-tec school.
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Food Prices Rise Amid Inflation Pressures
The Agriculture Department expects overall food prices to rise 3 to 4 percent through June 1977. Sugar tariffs and new milk price supports may lift costs for consumers. Inflation runs near 6 percent annually, with higher meat, fuel, and clothing prices offsetting any meat price relief. Ford boosts sugar prices by tripling the import tax to protect domestic producers, signaling continued inflationary pressure on groceries.
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United States
Labor Department
Department
White House
Ron Nelsen
William R. Cotter
D-Conn
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