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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1976
Page
6
Psychiatric patients at two Utah hospitals interact with a computer system designed to collect and analyze clinical data. Staff use daily printouts to track progress, evaluate treatment, and guide decisions after assessments. Thunderstorms across the nation bring heavy rains, strong winds, and damage in several regions.
Rookie Tom Eilenberg of Millville New Jersey won the 28 foot 6 inch distance contest in Raleigh Mississippi becoming the first out of state winner in 24 year history. He earned a brass prize and a year’s supply of tobacco, beating last year’s record of 31 feet 1 inch.
California cannery workers ratified an 11 day strike ending with a $1.60 wage hike over three years. About 60,000 Teamsters Union members approved the contract, boosting costs of some fruits and vegetables when new packings reach markets in autumn. Production recovery varied as plants resumed limited picking amid rotting crops.
Rev. Betty Bone Scheiss marks a third anniversary as an ordained Episcopal priest amid ongoing sex discrimination battles. She plans a new parish to serve women alienated by the church, stating the effort is an affirmation not a challenge, with about 50 women taking part thus far.
The United States has coal resources enough to meet energy needs for 200 years or more, with most in the West and many low in sulfur. PG&E is exploring coal as a future power source and has acquired substantial reserves in Utah.
The piece notes California would face logistical and environmental issues relying on coal. No commercial coal within the state. nearest source nearly 1,000 miles away. A 2000 MW plant would need 137 railcar coal daily and produce 900 tons ash daily, raising disposal concerns. Even with inter-state burning, costs favor locating plants in California.
The document outlines five energy sources for PG&E, highlighting hydro power as dominant in Northern California and noting rising costs for natural gas and fuel oil. It discusses geothermal growth, the role of nuclear at Diablo Canyon, and future tech like wind and solar, urging conservation to curb rising rates.
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