Gingrich gains GOP backing amid wavering Republicans
Twelve Republicans signed a letter endorsing Newt Gingrich for re election on January 7 citing thorough review of facts. Reps Porter Goss and Steve Schiff pledged support and said they would not back censure. The effort follows intensive lobbying by Gingrich allies and a Friday conference call with more than 100 Republicans.
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Oil prices to stay high warns government
Washington reports indicate heating and gasoline costs will stay elevated through winter. DOE official Jay Hakes cites a 16 cent rise in heating oil and potential further increases while some regions see even higher prices per gallon. In Bristol Connecticut families struggle as aid covers only weeks of oil, forcing tough choices between fuel and essentials.
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Postmaster General hedges on timing for stamp hike
Postmaster General Marvin Runyon suggests no general rate increase through 1997 though a 1998 rise remains possible. An internal memo notes a decision by March with a likely penny or two uptick, tied to June to August timing. Current 32 cent First Class stamps began Jan 1 1995. fiscal 1996 and 1997 revenues rose amid calls for cautious pricing.
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Builders' spending climbs amid housing mix shift
U S builders boosted overall spending on construction in November at the fastest pace since March, led by nonresidential and government projects. Single family outlays held steady for a third straight month as housing starts rebounded and new home sales surged, signaling potential GDP growth in late 1996.
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