Dust and flood debris choke cleanup across Kentucky towns
Dust from flood debris blankets Pineville and surrounding towns as crews shovel mud and boards and masks shield workers. Gov Carroll tours disaster zones. Harlan and Welch host relief centers. thousands seek help and temporary housing planned to aid eventual permanent development.
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FDA to Ban Saccharin in Food Use Next Month
FDA plans to ban saccharin as a food additive under the Delaney law after a Canadian rat study linked high saccharin intake to bladder tumors. Manufacturer Sweet n Low argues OTC drug status could signal safety for foods, while FDA officials say saccharin likely remains dangerous.
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Traffic deaths rise after speed limit year
CHICAGO AP The National Safety Council reports the first rise in the national traffic death toll since the 55 mph limit began. Deaths totaled 47,100 in 1976 after 46,000 in 1975, with total miles driven up slightly, while accidental deaths fell to 99,500—the lowest in 15 years.
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Moroccans Reported Near Kolwezi In Zaire Offensive
Moroccan troops massing in southern Zaire near Kolwezi and Lubumbashi, with Mobutu pressuring them to move against Angolan invaders. Observers note strength and supply lines, while Mobutu seeks neutral observers to verify cross border arms supplies.
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Weekend Weather Outlook with Mild Skies
Partly cloudy tonight and Friday with lows near 50s and highs in the mid 70s. Rain chances about 20 percent tonight and Friday, with a weekend shower chance Saturday and Sunday and fair skies Monday, as temperatures cool from 70s to 60s and lows near 50.
Carter drops $50 rebate plan in economic reset
President Carter decided to scrap the $50 tax rebate proposal for about 200 million Americans, saying the economy would improve without the stimulus. Administration sources say the final decision was made Wednesday night with a formal announcement anticipated. Critics warned the plan could fuel inflation, and reports noted the move also withdraws a $2 billion investment tax credit, clearing the way for anti inflation proposals.
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Carter energy plan nears final form amid tax and price proposals
President Carter and advisers push a wide set of energy measures including a standby 10 cent gas tax rise, a rising two tier tax on cars, higher crude oil and natural gas prices, and incentives for home insulation. Proposals aim to curb consumption via price signals with substantial resistance expected in Congress. About 80 options were under study as final decisions loom.
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