Senate vote on energy tariff fuels push for compromise
The Senate approved a 66 to 28 delay on Ford’s energy plan, with the House already passing a 309 to 114 tariff-delay. Ford vows veto, while White House hints at potential compromise as Democrats seek a 9 day window to craft their program.
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Vietnam
Officials weigh hires linked to Colby staff and Hansen case
Retired Lt. Col. Donald B. McBride may be named to aid a Senate intelligence panel, while Rep. George Hansen faces ethics scrutiny after pleading guilty to two campaign finance misdemeanors. The DOJ notes Hansen is the first sitting congressman charged under the act.
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Monroe High orientation for eighth graders and parents
An orientation program at Monroe High School on Monday at 7 30 p m welcomes eighth grade students and parents to learn about the 1975 76 curriculum and opportunities. High school students and parents are invited to visit classrooms and meet counselors Ed Staskal and Kent Dutt who will discuss grade requirements and courses. Educational and cultural activities will include student speakers and a gymnastics exhibition with refreshments by the IMC Club.
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Lucey appoints two women to top Wisconsin posts
Gov. Patrick J. Lucey names Virginia Hart and Sarah Dean to lead the Department of Industry Labor and Human Relations and the Department of Regulation and Licensing. Both face six year terms pending Senate confirmation and major budget and regulatory challenges amid federal cuts and rising unemployment.
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Home Gardener Workshop slated in Green County
Green County University Extension sponsors the Home Gardener Workshop with sessions on March 5 and March 12. Register by mailing to P. O. Box 120, Monroe. A $1 registration fee per family covers materials.
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Back to DST on Sunday
Washington AP reports most of the nation will shift to daylight saving time this Sunday with clocks set forward one hour at 2 a.m. The change will keep DST for eight months, returning to standard time if Congress does not intervene. Some states have exemptions from the change.
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Governors challenge Ford on energy and social cuts
At the National Governors Conference, governors from both parties pressed Washington to listen to state needs as they criticized Ford administration energy proposals and social service cuts. Milliken Shapp Walker Lucey Longley Noel joined in the debate, warning that federal cuts could force program closures and tax hikes.
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Illinois
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Wisconsin
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Rhode Island
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Maine
Butz Opposes Farm Program Liberalization Hearings Begin
Agriculture Secretary Earl L. Butz testifies to the Senate Agriculture Committee opposing expansion of federal farm programs. He faces questions on price supports and cuts to child nutrition and food stamps as part of potential Agriculture and Anti low mood Act of 1975 revisions.
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Gun control push may make inroads in House
Washington AP reports on growing optimism that a gun control bill may reach floor consideration in year, despite opposition from Rep. John M. Ashbrook. He supports only a mandatory sentence proposal and cites existing federal laws. Separate Hart and Bingham bills would limit handgun ownership for officers and guards and would buy and destroy nonowned weapons with certain exemptions.
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House
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Ohio
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