Truckers protest diesel costs block interstate in Pa and Conn
About 100 tractor trailers blocked Interstate 80 near Hiakeslee Pennsylvania in both directions for four hours to press for higher diesel fuel priorities and a nationwide 65 mph speed limit. Earlier, 12 trucks blocked the Connecticut New York border near Danbury as police urged calm and traffic slowed on I-84.
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Electricity use declines amid warmth and conservation drive
Utilities report November electricity consumption fell nationwide due to warm weather and energy-saving actions, but officials cannot separate weather impact from conservation effects. Con Edison and PG&E show mixed weekly trends, while Edison Electric Institute notes declines not accounting for weather. Experts differ on whether the drop signals a lasting trend or weather alone.
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Energy Center at UF pools energy crisis data nationwide
An Energy Center at the University of Florida in Gainesville pools information from about 50 scientists across a dozen fields to guide government and industry. Dean Morton Smutz says the center helps Interior Department and other agencies, while Dr. Howard Odum urges energy unit accounting and efficient use as the nation faces potential economic strain.
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Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
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Canada forms fuel control panel for wartime panel
Canada’s government introduced a bill creating a five member fuel control panel to regulate distribution and prices, and to impose wartime rationing during petroleum shortages. The board may extend to coal and electricity, review company records, limit wasteful use, and set penalties of up to 20 000 dollars per day for violations with potential prison terms. It requires cabinet reference for national emergency and for any rationing.
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Oil firms defend profits in face of windfall claims
Washington critics say oil and airline profits ride energy crisis. Exxon profits rose 59 percent over 1972 third quarter while Mobil up 38 and Texaco 34. Industry says ROI remains around nine percent, not windfall. Airlines argue higher load factors won't guarantee profits as fuel costs and weaker economy bite. United's Edward Carlson warns profitability not assured.
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D-Ohio
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Edward F. Carlson
United Air Lines
United
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Cartson
Kissinger, Brennan Keep Limousines as Energy Crisis Bites
In a shift due to the energy crisis only Secretary of State Kissinger continues using a Cadillac limousine among cabinet members. Brennan now drives his own car and occasionally carpools, while others move toward smaller cars. Chauffeurs face reduced overtime, likely cutting their earnings and jobs risk.
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UPI
Henry A. Kissinger
Labor
Peter J. Brennan
Brennan
Ski Areas Busier Than Usual This Weekend Near Los Angeles
AP reports mountin and desert visitors crowded destinations despite weather and fuel rationing fears. Mammoth Mountain drew about 8000 skiers, more than last year, while desert campers saw a smaller decline. Yosemite and Curry Co. noted an 8 percent weekend rise in lodge use and growing reservations.
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Cattlemen Warn Speed Limits Hurt Profit
Memphis Tennessee police officials and cattlemen convened as R B Carothers of the American National Cattlemen's Association warned that lowering speed limits to 50 miles per hour could stiffen cattle during long transports and cut weights, jeopardizing profits at the two day meeting.
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