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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1979
Page
5
April personal income rose slightly but lagged inflation. Commerce Department notes payrolls fell in manufacturing and services up slightly, while trucking and steel disputes reduced wages. Housing starts slipped 2.1 percent as mortgage costs rise and construction slows through the year.
A national oil industry report shows regular gas at 79.1 cents, unleaded 83.6 cents, and premium 85.8 cents a gallon as of May 4. AP spot check finds motorists likely to find enough fuel for Memorial Day travel. Hardest hit areas include California, Seattle region, Missouri and Kansas, plus parts of the East Coast. Carter aides and Gov Brown meet in Washington as Lt. Gov. Curb signs order easing lead content rules to speed up production of leaded gasoline.
County officials describe growing hostility to taking private land for roads as negotiations shift from penance and driveways to appraisals and possible court action. Lawyers note costs rise with delays and juries, while assessors emphasize market value and spot checks to avoid overassessment.
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