Ford Leads Local Presidential Poll Amid undecided surge
In La Crosse a Tribune random survey shows Ford ahead of Carter two to one among 42 voters. Ford 18 votes, Carter 8, undecided 16. Respondents praise Ford’s performance while many undecideds seek a clear change and mention preference for a noncongressional president.
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West Salem
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Ford Dole Accept Debate Challenge From Carter Rivals
In Kansas City Gerald Ford and Bob Dole accept a campaign path toward debates with Democrat Jimmy Carter as Ford urges reform of vice presidential selection. Mondale has not commented. Ford’s push follows a heated convention where unity was stressed.
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Harborview
Moderation Again Marks Price Gains
Washington AP reports consumer prices rose five tenths of 1 percent in July marking the second consecutive monthly gain. Food costs rose modestly while gasoline medical care and other items jumped. Yearly inflation stood at 5.4 percent with after tax earnings adjusted up slightly.
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Wisconsin labeled target state by GOP leaders
Kansas City AP reports Wisconsin is called a target state by state GOP Chairman George Parker. He expects President Ford and running mate to visit before November. Parker says the national committee wants Ford to come and foresees Dole also scheduling stops, noting Wisconsin’s electoral votes make it worth a fight.
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Kansas
Overpayment On Campbell Sewers Charged
Campbell officials report an overpayment of 41 958 on the Upper Island sewer project. secretary-treasurer Lehmeier allegedly paid 74 356 instead of 32 397 to Harry Viner Construction Co. The error cost about 600 in interest. The Campbell utility district met in Campbell Town Hall to review the loss and possible recoupment.
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Tribune
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Upper Island
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Utility Board
Harry Viner Construction Co
la Crosse
Federal Funds Sought for Potential Hillview Nursing Home
La Crosse County actions to apply for federal emergency job funds for a new Hillview Nursing Home proceed amid debate. Chairman William Bush seeks approval to pursue a 226 bed facility, with 3501 Park Lane Drive cited as the current site and conditions prompting renovation or replacement. The measure passed 17 to 14 despite opposition noting unresolved need and project readiness under a 90 day start rule.
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Hillview
la Crosse
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la Crosse County
Investors pull Harborview Plaza plan over political climate
Harborview Associates and partners pulled out of the Harborview Plaza project in La Crosse citing a hostile political climate. The redevelopment authority terminated the contract, with a 30 day default window, as HUD permission for partial sale remains possible if a full developer isn’t found.
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