House Passes Veterans Pension Bill By Voice Vote
The House approved a measure to raise nonservice connected veterans and survivor pensions by 9 percent with an additional $300 income limit increase for pension eligibility. If enacted, top payments rise to 173 for single veterans and 117 for widows, with costs estimated at 198 million dollars and effective next January. The plan targets those under 65 who are totally disabled and depends on other income levels.
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Rig Fire Damages Awarded in New Orleans Case
A state jury awarded 2.725 million to three plaintiffs after an Atlantic Richfield Gulf of Mexico rig fire Dec 7 1973. Helen Folse' husband Robert Wayne Folse died from burns, with their two minor children each getting 150000. Archie Nelson received 1375000 for third degree burns over 80 percent of his body. William Chapman got 50000 for burns to hand and face.
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Amtrak to Put Six New Locomotives in Service Before Christmas
Amtrak will activate six new electric locomotives ahead of the holiday travel period. The company’s directors approved accepting the remaining 24 of a 26 engine, 19 million dollar GE order after test units reached speeds up to 121 miles per hour.
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