This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1974
Page
1
STAN BENJAMIN reports the federal government starts a gasoline energy program with gas rationing and stricter fuel oil rules, reducing home heating energy nationwide. The move aims to curb consumption amid shortages and rising prices.
Readers seek clarity on minibike use on private property with permission and on pension benefits from Indian Head Hosiery. Advice covers city ordinances limiting riding on vacant property, how to obtain pension plan disclosures, and where to contact plan administrators in North Carolina and New York.
Washington AP report states technical experts traced the 18 minute gap on a Watergate tape to erasing and rerecording in at least five segments. They say the gap cannot result from a single continuous operation and recovering the speech is not possible with current methods. Sirica set a hearing for 1 45 p.m. EDT for more testimony.
In 16 states that cut speed limits in November the Department of Transportation reports an 19 percent drop in highway fatalities, while the rest of the nation shows a 2 percent decline. Dr. James Gregory cautions potential nationwide life savings but notes possible increases due to motorcycles pedestrians and car pooling. Data covers 47 states DC and Puerto Rico with three states missing.
The 10 percent rise in flue cured tobacco allotments for 1974 drew criticism from North Carolina leaders and farmers. Lt. Gov. Jim Hunt backed the decision amid federal plans to suspend controls, while State Agriculture Secretary Jim Graham warned of potential planting responses if weather is favorable. Senator Jesse Helms disclosed the move ahead of the official release.
London AP report says most of Britains railway engineers staged a 24 hour strike causing traffic delays in London and other cities. AML passenger service halted while some freight runs continued. Coal miners threaten escalation as Prime Minister Heath faces party pressure amid wage talks.
Secretary of State Kissinger outlined Egypt's counterproposals for thinning forces on the Suez east bank in exchange for Israeli withdrawals. He reported a warm, useful discussion with Israeli leaders and said differences with Egypt were manageable, with contention mainly over weapons retained east of the canal.
John D. Ehrlichman, former Nixon aide, aims to restart a environmental law practice after resigning last spring. He runs a Land Use Group for developers and faces 10 civil suits plus criminal charges in Los Angeles over the Elisberg psychiatrist case. A trust fund supports his legal expenses, with voluntary contributions reported. He hints at optimism about the facts but declines detail on discussions with Watergate prosecutor Jaworski.
Independent Chicago dealer raised home heating oil from 28 to 35 cents per gallon in six weeks, a nearly 23 percent jump. Trade associations report nationwide increases, with some spokesmen predicting further hikes this winter and potential yearly bills rising by $100 or more. Imports, now about 150 million barrels for 1973, account for over 10 percent of supply, intensifying impact for those dependent on foreign oil.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.