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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1976
Page
1
The Associated Press outlines sharp energy policy differences among Ford Carter and Reagan. Carter backs price controls quotas mandatory standards and curbing big energy firms while Ford and Reagan favor free markets and voluntary steps. Carter proposes a World Energy Conference and emphasizes solar over nuclear.
Carter meets Glenn and Mondale in Plains to pick a running mate as Muskie and Rodino enter talks. Brown hints he will run for president. Carter readies for a November general election, fundraising in Fort Lauderdale, and plans a careful campaign build. Republicans Ford, Reagan, and Connally vie for delegates with Colorado and North Dakota contests shaping the race. Hearst to undergo further psychiatric evaluation before sentencing for bank robbery.
FBI Director Clarence Kelley defended federal policy toward American Indians at Pine Ridge as more dangerous to agents than other areas. Testifying in the murder trial of two AIM members, he said AIM is not an un-American group though it is sometimes mentioned in FBI materials. Contempt issues from missed appearances were not resolved as Kelley testified.
President Ford ordered a study to determine if single-sex school events violate Title IX, after HEW banned mother daughter and father son banquets. NOW opposes the ban, arguing it perpetuates stereotypes, while HEW will advise schools on how to proceed during the review.
The Agriculture Department announced 300000 tons of corn and 300000 tons of wheat were sold to the Soviet Union under a new long term agreement. Earlier in the year the Soviets purchased 2.2 million tons. Deliveries begin this fall.
Missouri Attorney General John C. Danforth says the 1974 state reorganization allows the acting director of the Department of Mental Health to be non physician. The five page opinion says director qualifications were not specified in the law, leaving Hensley as a potential permanent head while Robb leaves Aug. 1. A nationwide search continues with Hensley eyed as a candidate, and Danforth noted other departments specify physician qualifications.
A tornado touched down in Hudson County near the Hudson River industrial zone just before noon, ripping walls and roofs from buildings and injuring a worker and a 14 year old boy before quickly dissipating.
Washington AP report says an acoustical capsule will test weld integrity in the Alaska pipeline to avoid digging up thousands of welds. Doubts about 3955 welds from X rays prompt study by Alyeska and Interior Department. crew to inspect and an acoustical holography test is planned this month. Deputy Transportation Secretary to Alaska to oversee welding probe as schedule for 1.2 million barrels daily by mid 1977 faces potential delays.
The Mexico Area Community Chest plans its annual budget review for 13 participating agencies. Forms have been mailed and agencies must submit budget requests with narratives of activities and goals. The Chest board will review in mid August, with the next directors meeting on July 29. The 1976 kick off dinner is scheduled for Sept 14.
Washington AP The government will not impose lead in gasoline limits until Oct 1 to avoid risking a summer gasoline shortage. EPA official Stanley Legro says current demand from vacationing motorists justifies delaying the rule. The limit will cap lead at 1.4 grams per gallon for leaded gas, with current averages between 1.4 and 1.9 grams. The EPA faced legal challenges after 1973 rules, ultimately upheld by Supreme Court last June. Lead remains a health hazard, potentially causing nerve damage and developmental issues.
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