Carter vows universal tax cuts tied to Social Security rise
President Carter announced an upcoming tax plan aimed at reducing taxes for all taxpayers as part of an economy package. He expects to decide by midweek on individual and business cuts totaling 20 to 30 billion dollars, despite higher Social Security costs, and plans a progressive, simplified tax system with possible up to five billion in excise tax reductions.
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Venezuela Chief Proposes 5 Percent Oil Price Increase
Venezuelan President Carlos Andres Perez urged OPEC to raise prices by five percent next year to help repay debts of poor nations estimated at 180 billion dollars. Experts say the rise could lift US gasoline prices by about half a cent.
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Carter signs law to raise Social Security taxes
President Carter signs a law boosting Social Security taxes for 107 million workers to stabilize the solvency of the pension system into the 21st century. The measure, affecting higher earners most, raises payroll taxes from 1979 and projects an added $227 billion cost to taxpayers through 1987, with higher rates continuing to 2030.
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Snow unlikely for Christmas by the Constitution staff
The forecast shows a 30 percent chance of precipitation Saturday night and 40 percent on Christmas day. Lows near 20 tonight, highs 58 Sunday with fair skies and cold stretch into Wednesday. NNW winds ease tonight. little change and a slight warm trend expected by weekend from the National Weather Service.
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Iran quake kills dozens as toll rises
An earthquake in southeastern Iran destroyed three villages and left thousands homeless. Rescue teams recovered 80 bodies, with officials fearing the death toll could reach 300 while more than 600 were injured. The epicenter near Zarand and Kerman, 430 miles southeast of Tehran, struck at 3 36 a m with intensity 6 2. Iran ordered cargo planes with tents and supplies to aid the victims as freezing temperatures and lack of drinking water hinder relief efforts.
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Northrop Workers Safe After Iran Quake Spreads Casualties
Northrop Worldwide Aircraft Services Inc employees in Tehran and Isfaham report minimal impact from the southeastern Iran earthquake. Iran Red Cross cites at least 80 killed and over 600 injured as villages Babtangal Gisk and Sarasiyah-Bagh are destroyed near Kerman mountain.
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Cranston proposes boosted pensions for disabled veterans
Chairman Alan Cranston leads a Senate Veterans Affairs Committee plan to raise pensions for disabled veterans with low income. The bill ties pension increases to Social Security cost of living adjustments and would take effect October 1.
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Biscuit Girl Era Ends as Pioneer Martha Burton Warner Dies
Mrs. Martha Burton Warner, longtime open land pioneer and one of the last surviving “19¢ler” settlers, dies at 97. She arrived in the opening as a 20-year-old in 19th century days with a musical bent and taught, but labored with her hands as her family ran a tent cafe. Burial follows at Highland Cemetery.
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Community rallies to aid Sperr family after fire loss
Edward Sperr and family of Cache lost their home and belongings in a Sunday fire. Neighbors and strangers responded with clothing, blankets, dishes, and toys. Donations are coordinated by the Comanche County Sheriff's Department and Beta Sigma Phi Iota Omega. A relief shower was held at Eagle Park with more aid expected as calls and boxes arrive.
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