Energy crises grip Northeast amid harsh winter
United Press International reports severe energy shortages across Ohio and Pennsylvania with state of emergency declarations and appeals for action. Governors seek gas supplies from Canada while utilities urge reduced usage. winter storms disrupt South and Southeast travelers and fuel supplies. Eskers note 75,000 workers affected and cloud seeding sought in Colorado. Localities mobilize aid as shortages trigger rationing and water trucking.
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Opposition Lingers as Assassination Probes Delayed
A bid to revive the congressional probes into the deaths of John F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr was delayed in the House floor amid lingering opposition to the $13 million plan. Maryland Rep Bauman objected to unanimous consent delaying action to Thursday. Delaney pressed for a stop gap to allow amendments and study of rules committee hearings.
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Las Vegas Weekend Forecast With Sunny Days
The forecast calls for mostly sunny days through Wednesday with high cloudiness at times. Northerly winds 10 to 20 mph. Today's high near 60 and low in the mid 30s.
Senate Anti Pardon Resolution Fails To Clear Hurdle
Senate leaders failed to stop debate on a resolution opposing President Carter’s Vietnam draft evader pardon. The 53 43 vote fell short of the 60 needed to end debate. Carter defended the pardon saying it should have been done and expressed ease over the decision. Byrd opposed the pardon but acknowledged the President’s authority. The measure, introduced Jan 10 by Sen. Allen, sought to express Senate sentiment on the action. The pardon was issued Friday in Carter’s first week in office.
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Rhodesia PM Rejects British Transfer Plan
Rhodesia Prime Minister Ian Smith rejected Britain's plan for a peaceful transfer to black majority rule. British negotiator Ivor Richard warned the decision risks continued war and suffering. Smith prepared a broadcast to state his case.
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Arizona approves Alaska oil pipeline plan
The Arizona Corporation Commission endorsed a proposed pipeline to carry Alaskan oil across Arizona from California to Texas, signaling state support for the project.
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Gunman Takedown Ends Manila Hostage Drama
Filipino hostage drama ends as troops shoot and kill Lorenzo Balane after a 30 hour standoff at Eduardo Coo’s house. Balane held Mia Coo and wounded a visitor, then released others before the fatal confrontation. Coo’s daughter unharmed. Balane’s motives linked to personal grudges and drug use.
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