Widow Rickenbacker dies from gunshot wound
Adelaide Rickenbacker 89 widow of World War I ace Eddie Rickenbacker died late Wednesday night from a self inflicted gunshot wound police said the death is listed as a death by own action She was despondent over failing health in Key Biscayne Florida. Forces loyal to Sudanese government crush attempted rebellion at Juba airport killing eight soldiers and two foreigners Ethiopian coup crushed after heavy fighting curfew imposed in Addis Ababa Londonderry du Pont plant manager Jeffrey Agate killed amid rising sectarian killings study by Rev Ian Paisley noted to police as potential wave of violence.
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Sterling bill seeks stiffer sentences under new California law
Sacramento Assemblyman Dave Sterling proposes a bill to toughen penalties under California's determinate sentencing system set to start July 1. The measure would fix minimum terms, including 12 years for life imprisonment, arguing penalties should reflect offense severity. At the same time, UPI reports from Zanzibar quote U S Ambassador Andrew Young saying the Rhodesia peace formula is two thirds complete and a congressional ban on Rhodesian chrome may be repealed within 60 days.
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IRS projects fewer audits despite rising returns
The IRS estimates audit chances are higher this year than last but cuts in staffing reduce auditors. Fiscal 1976 audits reached 2.5 million, the most since 1968, while this year’s projection is about 2.3 million. President Carter signed emergency natural gas legislation and broke White House tradition by distributing three pens rather than many pens.
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Zap N D zip code listed by postmaster says town prospers
Norma Fuchs, postmaster of Zap N D, 285 residents, 22 years, reports good business from nearby strip mining amid energy crisis. Drought-ridden Minnesota and South Dakota conditions ease with ample hay and 8 to 10 inches of snow. Zip 58580 disputed. almanac should include Zap’s code. Sterling Holloway released after complete recovery from heart attack in Laguna Beach California.
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Congress grants Carter extraordinary powers over natural gas
Congress overwhelmingly approved emergency legislation allowing President Carter to direct gas pipeline sharing and to buy gas outside price controls. The measure, praised as a temporary fix, enables within state markets and interstate bidding for gas, with price controls lifted only during the emergency and subject to renewal decisions. Critics warn it may not solve the energy crisis.
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Carter Calls For Fighting Spirit In Fireside Chat
President Carter in a national address urged a renewal of wartime fighting spirit to unite the country around a shared national interest. He outlined a bold program to cut high government officials, cap government employees, and push campaign promises as he spoke in a casual sweater and slacks setting.
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Fireplaces and energy policy mix in early 1970s notes
Old open fireplaces pull cold air into homes, forcing furnaces to run harder while factory built setups with doors provide supplemental heat. Carter proposes a Department of Energy and broader energy program, with office cuts and staff ceilings to curb government waste. Brown and aides go warmer at 65 degrees to save energy. Billy Carter signs with Top Billing Inc to promote his celebrity status and human rights concerns remain a focus.
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Congress Pay Hikes Virtually Assured
The Senate blocked a veto bid on pay raises for Vice President Mondale, Congress members, Cabinet members and top officials set to take effect February 20. If no disapproval resolution passes, salaries would rise from 65,600 to 75,000 for top posts and to 66,000 for Cabinet and Supreme Court associates, with other boosts for leaders, judges, and staff. Proponents say the move ends delays. opponents warn it skirts a straight vote.
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