05 Dec 1977
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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1977
Page
1
Azie Taylor Morton the first Black U S treasurer says the job is mostly ceremonial though she promotes the Savings Bond program and would like more authority. Her signature appears on all new dollar bills issued since mid October alongside Treasury Secretary Blumenthal.
Five Arab opponents of peace overtures to Israel form a confrontation front and impose diplomatic and economic sanctions on Egypt while Iraq walks out of the Tripoli summit over conditions. The bloc urges a boycott of Egyptian trade with Israel as Syria and others clash over strategy and a Baghdad meeting.
The United Mine Workers edge toward a midnight strike as talks with Bituminous Coal Operators Association fail to yield a breakthrough. About 2,200 miners in Ohio and West Virginia abstained from work last week, with potential further absences as the expiring contract nears renewal. Union President Arnold Miller and Operators President Joseph Brennan commented on the stalled negotiations, while mediators warned of a possible extended stoppage and a lengthy ratification process.
In Columbus AP report, more than 1,500 miners at three Southern Ohio Coal facilities prepare for a prolonged stoppage after a contract expiry. Officials warn residential coal users face shortages while utilities hold large stockpiles for electric production and emergency reserves are set.
A strong cold air mass lowers tonight to the low teens with occasional snow flurries. Tomorrow's high expected in the low 30s with a 50 percent chance of precipitation tonight and 30 percent on Tuesday. Earlier low was 32 and yesterday's high 38. Weekend precipitation measured .7 inch. Extended outlook calls for cloudy skies and possible snow across Ohio Friday. Tuesday and Wednesday highs in the 20s with overnight lows near 10 Wednesday.
The Cincinnati board seeks an injunction on state funds arguing urban districts are discriminated against under the existing financing system. If granted, many Ohio schools could close while Toledo and Cleveland battles loom over payroll money and tax wording.
Heavy snow halted Toledo, Ohio protest plans as four inches fell and more was forecast. A court order bars using 1977 tax funds for loan repayment, delaying pay for about 2,500 district staff. Superintendent had planned classes to run, but weather and finances kept schools closed.
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