Global car sales slump sparks multination bailout plans
U S auto makers seek 39 billion in government loans to stay afloat while six European nations back domestic firms with state aid. Canada weighs GM and Chrysler support. China boosts demand. Toyota seeks bank-backed help. Europe funds include EU loans of 3.8 billion euros and national packages from six countries. Ford not seeking aid. Japan's Toyota, Honda, and Nissan pursue indirect help via government-backed financing.
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Vermont moves to legalize gay marriage after civil unions fight
In Montpelier lawmakers began hearings on a bill to allow same sex marriage and end civil unions by Sept 1. Opponents rally while supporters call it civil rights progress, noting civil unions in 2000 fell short and federal benefits remain uncertain.
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Leno adds second free show for unemployed in Detroit area
National roundup reports Jay Leno adds a second performance on April 8 at The Palace of Auburn Hills after high demand for the April 7 Comedy Stimulus Plan show. About 15,000 attended each show. tickets were limited to unemployed individuals and distributed at the box office until depleted.
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George Rood Masonry Builds Fences and Replaces Rotting Brick
Odessa area masonry provider George Rood brings 42 years of experience and 30 years as owner. He offers free estimates, discusses layouts, and emphasizes rot repair and brick replacement at reasonable prices. Rood notes rot often goes unnoticed until selling and highlights columned fences to prevent cracking.
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