West Texas Braces as Ice and Snow Hit State
Frigid conditions spread across Texas with ice on bridges in Victoria and Dewitt counties and snow in the Panhandle and along the Upper Coast. In West Texas Junction saw 231 travelers halted as ice coated roads. housing and shelters opened for stranded passengers. Public schools in Abilene dismissed. travel warnings issued from Dallas to Temple.
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VW trip yields 35.6 mpg amid 55 mph limits
Peggy McCracken reports on driving 790 miles at 60 mph and later 17 miles per gallon figures, noting the slower speed and rationing era. The trip used 22.5 gallons, with a 35.6 mpg result, reflecting fuel economy comparisons with a big car and the looming gasoline shortages.
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Oil flow stopped at Wyoming well after 33 days
In Gelnrock Wyoming crews halted a 33 day oil and gas gusher about 40 miles north of town. Richard Zirbel of the joint operators said mud pumping continued to seal the hole and a new head assembly was installed with the well shut in. The well had flared on and off since November 30 after fires and explosions, hampered by severe weather. The joint venture is Chaparral Resources of Denver and American Quasar Petroleum Co.
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Oil firms pledge 10 gallon gasoline limit per customer
Energy chief William E. Simon announced that major oil companies and independent distributors will limit service station sales to 10 gallons per customer. He warned prices may rise 8 to 11 cents per gallon in coming weeks, with a variable formula to compensate stations for reduced sales under federal production cuts. Simon noted voluntary compliance, possible standby rationing, and ongoing price adjustments due Feb 1.
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Four men file for Fisher seat in District 21 race
Four candidates announce bid for the U S House seat vacated by O C Fisher in District 21. The field includes Glenn H Kothmann Van Archer Bob Krueger and Nelson Wolff. Archer emphasizes fiscal integrity inflation control and energy self sufficiency while Krueger pledges tax transparency and open dealings. The district realignment moved Reeves County into District 21 affecting Balmorhea Toyahvale Saragosa and nearby communities.
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Bob] Krueger
Daylight Saving Time change to 2 a.m. Sunday in Pecos
Pecos business hours largely unchanged by the new daylight saving shift starting 2 a.m. Sunday. Banks and utilities keep 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. hours. city offices adjust to 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for two months. schools start 9:30 a.m. and dismiss 4:30 p.m. through March. Fourth and Bosses Arc Church of Christ alters morning worship to 11 a.m. with Bible study at 10 a.m. The move aims to ease the energy crisis with year round daylight saving.
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Dollar climbs to record against pound as gold advances
The dollar rose to a record level versus the British pound and gained on other European currencies for a second day. Gold edged up to 121 an ounce, its highest in five months, amid beliefs Arab oil nations may seek gold for exports. Dealers cited U S oil production as a cushion against rising oil prices.
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Chase Manhattan Cuts Prime Rate to 9 44 Percent
Chase Manhattan Bank, the nation's third largest commercial bank, said it lowered its prime rate by four percentage points to 9.44 percent. The move follows by a few days First National Bank of Boston cutting its prime, while New York's First National City Bank had raised to 10 percent last month. Money experts link the rise to strong loan demand from large corporations.
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