Mail rate hike set for January
The Postal Service plans a possible first class rate increase from 8 to 10 cents next January to cover rising labor costs. Postmaster General Elmer T. Klassen said the increase could be requested in September and may raise about $1 billion annually, mostly for wage hikes. He noted 85 percent of costs are wage related and discussed potential elimination of airmail and costly special deliveries.
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First American POW in Laos Captured After May Plane Crash
U S officials seek release of Emmet Kay of Honolulu, the first acknowledged American prisoner since the cease-fire. Kay, a civilian pilot for Continental Air Services, vanished May 7 over Laotian territory near Bouam Long amid bad weather en route to a government outpost. State Department says embassy talks with Pathet Lao ongoing to arrange Kay's release.
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Wind power revival urged by Amherst professor
Amherst MA professor William Heronemus champions wind energy as a practical near term solution. He cites vast atmospheric energy and envisions offshore platforms and windmills in many regions, arguing wind could supply all New England power and supplement other sources.
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Group Discount Plan Promises County Fair Savings
A group appreciation plan lets organizations attend the Santa Barbara County Fair July 24 to 29 at reduced rates with adult gate tickets at 1.25 and children under 12 at 0.20 to 0.75. Applications for $15 minimum space available at the fair office in Santa Maria. mail to P O Box 670.
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Meir to Seek Fourth Term as Israel Prime Minister
Golda Meir announced she would seek another four year term as Israel's prime minister. The 75 year old leader, backed by three quarters of public opinion, appears virtually assured of reelection after months of suspense.
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UPI
Golda Meir
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