Gates of mercy closed for erring lawmakers
House Speaker Thomas P. O'Neill said the gates of mercy will close for any member who acts unethically. He defended Rep. Robert L. J. Sikes after a 1980 reprimand over bank stock, saying the censure was punishment enough and he would not sway caucus votes.
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World Today Reports Wide Cold Snap Impacts Across US
A deep freeze hits Florida crops and Mississippi ice jams while factories close. The cold disrupts energy, transport, and industry with billions in damage and mass layoffs cited. Pittsburgh gas explosion kills two. ARCO refinery tanks burst injuring four. a Miami fire claims a new husband and wife. President Carter plans a $16 billion stimulus including tax rebates.
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Rhodesian talks collapse amid transition dispute
Rhodesia Britain’s shuttle diplomacy collapsed as Prime Minister Tan Smith rejected a proposed transition government aimed at black rule within 14 months. He cited the risk of Marxist minority control, while critics accused him of undermining any path to majority rule.
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Amy Carter Starts First Day of School Late
Amy Carter arrived late for her first day at Stevens Elementary after a five block White House drive due to rush hour traffic. First Lady Rosalynn Carter cited miscalculated travel time as the cause while Amy settled into a new class with a Welcome Amy Carter sign and a first day routine that included Spanish and lunch at the school.
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