Cheering House Endorses Ford Confirmation Oath Today
The House endorsed Gerald Ford’s nomination for vice president with broad support from Republicans and Democrats. Some Democrats urged impeachment moves to elevate Ford if Nixon stayed in office. Ford’s confirmation would be the first under the 25th Amendment to fill a vice presidency vacancy after Agnew’s resignation.
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Trucker Blockades Probe on I 70 and Turnpikes Widens
Troopers and National Guard moved to clear heavy tractor trailers from Interstate 70 east of Columbus as drivers pressed protests over fuel costs and speeds. Similar blockages blocked Pennsylvania routes and I 75 near Toledo, with 1 400 rigs at Lamar awaiting Washington talks and 32 year old Gil Dollar leading calls to shut the industry until demands are met.
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Roosevelt appeals for peace to Hirohito on eve of Pearl Harbor
On this date in 1941 President Franklin D. Roosevelt made a personal peace appeal to Emperor Hirohito of Japan, just before the Pearl Harbor attack. Weather forecasts show highs in the upper 40s and Friday mid 40s with lows around mid 20s. Classified notices and ads appear in Today’s Daily Calendar section.
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No Rationing Before March 1 Says Simon
Washington AP The chief of federal energy programs told senators that gasoline will not be rationed before March 1. William E. Simon administrator of the federal energy office said the government could work out rationing details within 60 days after a decision is made.
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Juniperperper causes a stir in holiday tale
The Daily reports a whimsical elf from Magic Snow nation struggles with toy making for Santa as a decision on rationing looms this month. Simon testifies before the Senate committee on a bill to create the Federal Energy Administration to oversee fuel policy.
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Central Bank to open fifth Decatur branch on US 31
Central Bank of Alabama plans a fifth Decatur office along US 31 near Sheraton Plaza, citing southern growth. John Reynolds says shopping center branch is inadequate for new business. comptroller of the Currency approved the expansion, with Fort Payne and Albertville branches also authorized. Our ads note appliance service by Robinson Furniture in Decatur.
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Fort Payne
Albertville
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Pape Ke
TVA Plans To Boost Rates
The Tennessee Valley Authority announced a power rate increase averaging 14 to 23 percent effective January 1. Residential customers will see about a 14 percent rise, large industrial users up to 23 percent, with residential bills up roughly $2 more per month.
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Energy tip saves gas by cutting car accessories before starting
Miss Jan Bagwell of Moulton advises turning off the radio heater and lights before starting the engine to prevent battery drain and reduce cranking fuel use. Readers with energy tips can call THE DAILY at 353 4612 for credit if used.
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Wholesale Prices Jump Sharply During November
The Department of Labor reports November wholesale prices rose 1.8 percent seasonally adjusted, 1.6 percent unadjusted, reversing a two month decline. Fuel and energy costs surged with refined petroleum up 34.7 percent and crude oil up 4.5 percent. Meanwhile farm products eased and some processed foods fell, even as milk and eggs rose modestly.
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Department
Newborn Son Reunited With Parents After Birth En Route
Mrs Geraldine Cole and Terry Cole of Punkin Center welcome their second child Spencer Trent Cole at Decatur General Hospital after a race with the clock. The ten day old newborn was reunited with his parents following the birth on Wednesday morning.
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Decatur General Hospital
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Punkin Center
Danville Man Dies In Well Drowning Ruled Suicide
Lawrence County coroner ruled the Danville death as self inflected after Donniver Holland York 33 dived into a 30 foot well. Rescue workers recovered the body about an hour and a half later. Funeral services to be announced by Moss Funeral Home Cullman.
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Carl York
Moss Funeral Home
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Alabama Supreme Court recognizes confidential doctor patient relation
The Alabama Supreme Court ruled there is a confidential doctor patient relationship that creates a duty for physicians to protect information from patients. In Washington, Haig testified that his predecessor Halderman does not influence White House decisions.
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Washington
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Nixon
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White House
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