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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1979
Page
8
The piece weighs standby presidential control and possible gas rationing against WWII era conservation. It notes Iran's supply impact, urges self-discipline, and contrasts compact cities and mass transit then with today’s sprawling suburbs and highway network, warning energy shortages demand tougher sacrifice.
AP analysis notes Americans favor safety over risk in investing. William Batten cites falling direct stock ownership from 31 million in 1970 to about 25 million, with more money moving via pensions and mutual funds. Funds bought $948 million of stocks in January but sold $1.23 billion, while riskless investments gained appeal. Bold ventures built the nation, Batten says, contrasting with current timidity.
On March 8 1979 date line recaps world events from 1917 Russian revolution beginnings to 1968 appointment of Terence Cooke as Archbishop of New York. It notes 1765 Stamp Act passage 1894 dog licensing law 1942 Rangoon fall and 1970 Makarios escape. Includes three history quiz questions asking about Lincoln opponents, Catholic presidential candidate and Benedict Arnold betrayal of West Point.
Washington reports quote Arab and Jewish leaders and leaked intelligence alleging President Carter mishandled the Middle East crisis. They say his hands on approach and crambook knowledge failed to grasp human tensions, harming ties with Sadat and Saudi royals as Khomeini gained influence.
The piece notes cautious signs of reduced oil dependence in 1978 with oil use rising under 2 percent while total energy consumption grew 1.9 percent. Efficiency gains, higher prices, and conservation messaging may be driving the trend, though experts warn it may not be lasting.
Washington NEA official argues education is a powerful lobbying force. The piece notes Carter's proposed cabinet level education department would consolidate scattered programs, cost billions, and create 16 000 staff, with little proven impact on improving student learning.
A survey of remarks from public figures and officials. Quotes include Sen. William Proxmire and Sen. John Tower during a hearing, town managers noting odd tax payments, China’s Teng in border claims, Dr. Harold Schwartz on Lincoln ancestry, and Menachem Begin on Middle East negotiations.
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