22 Dec 1973
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1973
Page
1
Whitema outlines a practical plan to aid Seacoast shoppers during fuel shortages. The initiative includes gathering thick sod and knitting Santa hats to support area residents in a traditional winter effort.
Department store managers report a pragmatic buying pattern this year as shoppers seek value and preparedness. Fireside comforts like space heaters, artificial logs, blankets, electric blankets, flashlights, batteries, candles, and scented oils top the list amid cautious credit spending and concerns about possible power outages.
Retailers report steady toy and radio sales as consumers focus on warmth and budgeting. Miss Lund notes strong toy demand while Radio Shack says overall volume is near last year but shoppers avoid high price stereo systems. Credit constraints for ages 18-23 and rising fuel bills shape purchases.
A three-man holdup crew escaped after a 3:30 a.m. shootout in downtown Eynehester. As police sealed the area, a bank worker described exchanging fire with the robbers who wore ski masks and used a blue stolen Boston van as a getaway. One guard was wounded and treated at Sacred-Heart Hospital.
The White House weighs a tax on excess gasoline purchases with a direct tax rebate to eligible car owners. Critics warn about distribution complexities and prefer alternatives to cut federal taxes.
Jane Andrews reports on a push to aid energy interests and accusations that independent firms are being forced out. University experts and industry associates warn of a long winter as new oil wells and retail cuts threaten price and supply.
Naval architect Arthur Martin warns a major oil spill hazard may arise from offshore tankers near Shoals Island area. He cites plans by an Olympic refinery related firm to build offshore facilities and pipelines and notes uncertain shelter amid shoals. The informant suggests risk of damage to tankers and coastline if storms hit.
The report describes a widened gap near Geneva and mentions the UN Secretary General Kurt Waldheim as chairing a committee. It notes concerns about explosive sites and the Palais des Nations, with references to neutral lex and a singer’s Eadiptran context.
The Lost of Living Council discussed delaying a planned 22 percent postal rate increase set to start January 4. A two cent air mail rise to 13 cents and a two cent first class rise to 10 cents were proposed to lift revenue by $1.54 billion. The council did not order changes but favored delaying to March 1.
The Senate approved the 11 percent Social Security boost 65 to 0 and the House 401 to 13 sending the bill to President Nixon. It provides $2.3 billion for 1974 benefits to 30 million Americans and phases in 7 percent in April and 4 percent in July with possible retroactive payments if admin changes delay.
Congress neared adjournment as a negotiated energy measure neared passage. The Senate approved a two stage plan granting President Nixon authority to act on fuel shortages, while House actions included a social security boost and highway speed limit. key oil state Democrats and the White House backed the compromise amid veto threats.
The New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission orders a 3.17 percent rate increase for Public Service Company, raising revenue by over 3 million and offset by refunds due to customers. fuel costs drive the hike and a fuel adjustment charge runs until Sept. 3, 1974.
The Associated Press reports a fast moving storm caused widespread flooding in New England. Vermont declared an emergency while hundreds evacuated in Connecticut as waters rose, with schools closed and roads flooded across affected towns.
They Came to Fish by Ray Hrighton available at Anchorage Winebaum Lak Protesser Trow Tenn Campes Ship's Chandlery Indian Head Bask and The Pore teemth Herald. Brighton signs copies at The Herald office Monday. Also jewelry offers and a commemorative joke set with limited quantities.
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