Polar Star Icebreaker Hobbled by Dockside Maintenance
In Seattle the Coast Guard icebreaker Polar Star and its sister Polar Sea have endured long dockside delays from propeller problems. Crews, many staying near Seattle, describe days spent cleaning and repainting while awaiting drydock and a November restart. Captain Robert Smith defends the vessel’s complex design as progress continues.
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Carter Energy Proposals Face Tough Senate Test
The Carter energy plan heads to Senate floor votes on natural gas deregulation and tax provisions. Debate centers on raising the price ceiling from 1.46 to 1.75 per thousand cubic feet. Senator Long pushes rebates to oil companies to spur new reserves and delays consumer credits.
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Evangelist Graham Denies Carter Lance Reports
Evangelist Billy Graham rejects claims that President Carter sought help last week regarding Bert Lance and the budget controversy. He says he has not spoken with Carter in a month, and notes his last talk involved praying for Lance. A White House spokesman calls the Evans Novak account mostly wrong.
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