Tax Czar Seeks Smaller Cut Than Carter Plans
Washington AP reports House Ways and Means chair Rep. Ullman favors a smaller tax reduction than Carter’s expected 25 billion plan. With an economy stronger than hoped, he hints July 1 timing, delays on business tax breaks, and possible 15 to 16 billion range if full crude oil tax is enacted. He cautions 25 billion is too high and inflationary.
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Washington
Congress
Carter
Rep
A. Ullman
House
Ways and Means Committee
Oregon Democrat
Ullman
Senate
Sharp Increase In Prices Pushes Wholesale Index Up
Washington AP reports wholesale prices rose 0.7 percent in December led by a 1.5 percent jump in consumer food costs. The Labor Department adopted a new finished goods focus, phasing out the old all commodities index.
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Washington
Labor Department
Winter adult education program and farm strike movement
A brief mention outlines a winter adult education program slated for Page 3 and a comprehensive look at the area and the farm strike movement on Page 8. The notes indicate coverage across pages with a regional focus and labor topics.
Sports Forecasting Fad Brings Bad News for Denver Fans
A new forecasting fad dominates Page 4 coverage, casting doubt on Denver teams. Analysts warn the trend may mislead fans about upcoming games and outcomes, highlighting caution for readers following sports predictions.
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Denver
Legislative action looms against back door rate hikes
Lawmakers eye action over proposed utility price increases described as back door hikes. Officials warn consumers face higher charges through hidden surcharges while providers defend the plan as needed revenue. Political rounds unfold as committees review details and potential votes loom on page 11.
Carter Accused of Playing Politics Amid Tax Trends
In a brief page 14 item the newspaper notes Carter faced political charges over policy stances while a shaky trend in farm real estate taxes appears on page 10. A long and bitter fireman strike in Britain ends on page 12, signaling a major labor dispute resolution.
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Carter
Britain
Bennett Defends Budget in Topeka Press Conference
Gov. Robert F. Bennett defended his fiscal year 1979 budget, saying it includes about 6 million more general fund money for agencies due to a new preparation method and pre-hearings consultation with department heads. He earmarked 25.5 million more for Education and 2 million for homestead tax relief, while adding 7.6 million for a 7 percent state worker raise. The total general fund request rose to 954 million from 948 million, with the overall 2.04 billion budget up 8.3 percent. The piece also notes a county forecast of partly cloudy skies and cold temperatures tonight and Friday.
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Topeka
Kan
Robert F. Bennett
Bennett
Department of Education
Revenue Department
Legislature Moves To Plead Farmers Case
In Topeka the Kansas Legislature advanced two agricultural resolutions urging federal action for fair farm prices. One Senate measure backs grain export programs to reduce surplus and strengthen the economy, while a House proposal seeks parity program reform to sustain U S food production.
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Topeka
Kan
Kansas
Carter
U.S. Congress
Senate
House
Congress
Senate Committee On Agriculture and Livestock
Ambrose L. Dempsey
D-Leavenworth
John H. Vogel
R-Lawrence
United States
Communists and Christians Eye New Italian Government
Rome AP reports Premier Andreotti ready to resign next week. Communists and allies press to deprive Christians of crucial parliamentary support, raising odds of Communist entry in NATO Italy amid ongoing left and right violence.
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Rome
Giulio Andreotti
Christian Democrat
NATO
Christian Democrats
Giorgio Napolitano
United States
Italy
Europe
Moscow
Andreotti
Communists
Socialists
Mopeds Rise In Popularity Amid Legal And Safety Questions
Mopeds, small two wheeled motorized bikes, see rising sales with estimates over 150000 for 1977. They legally operate in 32 states plus DC, with varying licenses and a $5 registration. Ottawa dealers stock several models priced 399 to 484 dollars. Honda Hopper expected at 450. Safety experts warn of traffic integration as numbers grow.
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Dan Winter
Motorized Bicycle Association
Europe
District of Columbia
New York
Kansas
Charlie Porter
Porter-Spears Insurance
Porter
Don Lytle
Kansas Highway Patrol
Lytle
Ottawa
Ottawa Co-Op
Jean Artinger
Honda
Kenneth Licht
National Safety Council
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Ottawa Public Works Department
Pellettiere
Marais Des Cygnes River
Herald
Municipal Housing Authority
John Hayes
R Hutchinson
Anita Niles
D-Lebo
Arden Dierdorff
Rsmith Center
Kansas Court of Appeals
Kansas Corporation Commission
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