Inflation easing slows but prices still high overall
Inflation shows signs of moderation across sectors with gasoline and mortgage costs easing since mid-year while December CPI rise marks the smallest since July. Real spendable earnings fell for the typical married worker, and fuel taxes may push prices higher again.
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Youse Found Guilty in Wisconsin Chemical Bribery Case
A 12 member jury convicted Rocco E. Youse, president of Del Chemical Corp., Menominee Falls, after a nearly five hour deliberation. The trial, tied to kickback schemes involving Menasha mayoral administrations and chemical salesmen, uncovered substantial purchases and discarded chemicals, with state witnesses tying Youse to improper sales practices across several states. The case stems from a four year investigation that began with Menasha officials and spread to other jurisdictions, resulting in fines totaling over $90,000 for chemical firms and municipal employees.
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Circuit Court
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Del
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Oil tariff hike pits Dems against Ford energy plan
House Democrats move to block President Ford's energy program by delaying an oil tariff increase and attaching it to a debt ceiling bill. Ford warns a delay would be a backward step and urges Congress to act, while defending a rationing plan if needed. Kissinger to the Middle East is cited as pursuing a set tlement.
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Ford urges FBI to destroy non-criminal information
President Ford told NBC he would not object to disposing of information the FBI collects on congressmen and private citizens not involved in crime or job related probes. He cited concerns about intrusions by the FBI, CIA, and other intelligence agencies into citizens lives.
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Rockefeller urges Congress to back Ford plan or craft own
Vice President Nelson Rockefeller, in his first major speech, urges Congress to pass President Ford’s economic program or create its own alternative to combat inflation and recession. He warns against a tax cut without a full package and notes uncertain congressional support while stressing the need for a comprehensive plan. Rockefeller also references FBI files debate and possible legislative steps, with continued coverage on page 2.
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Ford plan to raise energy bills by eighteen percent
The Federal Energy Administration reports Ford energy policy would lift the average family bill about 18 percent, hitting natural gas hardest. Overall consumer prices could rise 2 to 2.5 percent, while regional effects vary with Mountain States seeing the largest fuel-cost increase and East South Central the smallest.
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Truce urged as IRA expected to pause violence in Ireland
Irish Republican Army sources say the Provisional IRA will call an indefinite weekend cease-fire in exchange for reduced British Army activity and calmer enforcement. Sinn Fein talks with officials followed an Andersonstown News report of steps to lower violence ahead of a possible statement next week. Four killed since the holiday truce ended. attacks targeted a pumping station and the Europa Hotel in Belfast as peace talks with Merlyn Rees loom.
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Rhinos Die in Breeding Attempt at Whipsnade Zoo
A post mortem on two rhinos at Whipsnade Zoo indicates mating attempts may have caused their deaths. Mulunda a 15 year old male rhinoceros died of a heart attack and Myrtle a 5 year old female died from spinal injuries. Both weighed over two tons.
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Missing Heidi Peterson Case Ends With Bones Found Near Home
Seattle police report locating a child's bones and clothing matching 11 month missing Heidi Peterson in a brushy area near her home. Medical examiner to identify remains. abduction suspected. Heidi was last seen Feb 21 playing outside with her brother Carl. thousands participated in nationwide search and posters.
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High fashion bulletproof apparel from J Capps and Sons
Jacksonville Ill AP A clothing firm in business since 1839 will begin manufacturing ProLife bulletproof garments for men and women. Outer vests coats jackets and undergarments plus non bulletproof trousers available in colors plaids or checks cost 120 to 250 dollars. Kevlar panels removable for cleaning. Garments warrant penetration resistance except against a .44 magnum. Potential buyers include bank and currency exchange workers and VIPs. Officials warn criminals can already obtain weapons. officials hope to prevent attacks with discreet protective wear.
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