Congressional Battles Over Energy Fight Looms in Congress
Washington AP reports Congress braces for a fierce energy battle as President Carter unveils a multi billion dollar package with energy conservation measures and new taxes on gasoline and petroleum products. A televised fireside chat precedes a joint session. Debate will stretch through the year with far reaching consumer impact.
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Energy plan faces tax hikes and fuel taxes amid congressional debate
Virgil Partch notes energy incentives favor insulation and solar devices while James Schlesinger says Carter aims to protect jobs as Congress weighs a broad package. A standby gasoline tax, a gas guzzler tax, new oil and natural gas levies, and tax credits for homes and industry are central features. The White House previews a CIA report predicting tighter oil reserves and higher gasoline prices, with substantial opposition and regional concerns among lawmakers.
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Strauss Names Trade Negotiator Amid Import Debates
Washington AP report says Robert Strauss, newly named U.S. special trade negotiator, faces painful trade choices on imports of shoes, color TV sets, sugar and textiles. He warns higher consumer prices vs. protecting American jobs, aiming to open world trade despite domestic costs.
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Cardinal Conway Dies After Illness in Northern Ireland
Cardinal William Conway, 64, archbishop of Armagh and primate of all Ireland, died Sunday night at his residence in Armagh after a relapse following gall bladder surgery. Born in Belfast in 1913, he led Ireland's Catholic Church during a period of sectarian conflict and modernization debates.
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Weather summary for Virginia and North Carolina
Partly cloudy in Virginia through Tuesday with a chance of mainly afternoon and evening showers in the west. Highs in the 70s to low 80s, lows around the 40s to 50s. North Carolina shows partly cloudy conditions Monday with scattered showers in the mountains later, highs in the 70s to 80s and nights in the 50s. Downtown log notes calm winds and temperatures from 53 to 70 with minor precipitation.
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Central Arizona Project funding and dam decisions
The article outlines Carter administration choices on 30 water projects, noting the Central Arizona Project with three dams rejected or limited. Environmental groups warned Orme Dam risked Ft. McDowell Reservation and bald eagle habitat, while concerns about Hooker and Charleston dams included wilderness flooding and possible duplication. Governor Castro, Rep Udall, and Sen DeConcini urged stronger groundwater laws to support future conservation.
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Governor Busbee regrets Carter cut funds for Russell Dam
Georgia Governor George Busbee expressed regret and resignation over reports that President Carter would halt funding for the Richard B. Russell Dam on the Savannah River. U S Representative Doug Barnard doubted chances to rescue the $276 million project, which has been in planning since 1961 with a 1983 completion target.
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Free Home Extermination Contest Announces No Obligation Offer
A local ad promotes a free termite extermination with absolutely no purchase necessary. One homeowner in the area will win a free home treatment, and a numbered bumper sticker from Quality Control Ext Co or Discount Ext Co serves as the entry.
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