27 Dec 1973
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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1973
Page
1
South Vietnamese forces massed in the lower Mekong Delta to safeguard the rice harvest after a Viet Cong ambush left about 150 government troops dead or wounded. A battalion of roughly 500 men was reportedly halted in Ve on Christmas Day.
The FAA expressed dismay that President Nixon's trip to California aboard a commercial jet was not pre coordinated with the agency. Alexander P. Butterfield said the oversight left little time for air traffic to implement special precautionary procedures for presidential air travel.
Police hunt for thieves who stole 1500 dollars worth of gold from four Providence firms during the Christmas holiday weekend, the third Rhode Island jewel burglary in a year. Walter M. Oppenheim says 10 ounces of gold in a liquid solution was taken from Rolo Manufacturing Co as the shop closed for the holiday.
The American Automobile Association notes lower vehicle counts at Hooksett tolls from 2,? million in 1972 to 10,154 in 1973 and at Hampton plaza on the coast 28,041 in 1972 dropping to 16,498 in the following year.
In Portland Maine a blaze tore through an apartment building on Wednesday forcing evacuations and leaving 29 residents homeless. Investigators probe the cause as Christmas plans were disrupted.
New Hampshire and Vermont insurance commissioners were asked to approve rate increases for Blue Cross and Blue Shield. The reductions and adjustments involve proposed aggregate rises of about 16 percent in New Hampshire and up to 29.5 percent in Vermont, with Blue Shield seeking further adjustments and potential reductions on payments to hospitals and subscribers.
Israel's chief of staff says negotiators in Geneva with Egypt are only in preparatory stages and not drafting working formulas for a separation of forces. Election timing could delay any decisive outcomes.
The report outlines a stand by system for gasoline rationing under consideration by federal officials. It notes President Nixon directing steps to prepare for rationing if needed and details proposed rationing levels, possible regional adjustments, and anticipated price effects amid Arab oil price shifts. Airlines projected to receive 95 percent of prior fuel, with broader regulatory revisions underway.
A council member harshly criticizes yesterday's taxicab fare increase and raises questions about the city administration and the council's effectiveness. He complains the council lacks teamwork and calls for reassessment of city government roles while targeting fellow members and questioning hunger for reforms.
President Nixon secretly boarded United Airlines Flight 55 from Washington to Los Angeles, sitting in first class with Secret Service. The White House said the trip aimed to set an example during the energy crisis and was kept secret for security reasons. Passengers described surprised reactions as Nixon signed autographs and spoke with travelers.
Crews cleaned up bunker C oil spilled from a ship to shore transfer at a Saint John area terminal. officials said ashore oil was limited to Hunter's Beach, with a small quantity suspected elsewhere but weather hindered full mapping. Irving Oil crews used oil-soaked sand and snow to absorb contamination along a 300 to 400 foot beach stretch.
A proposed Emergency Energy Commission bill aims to grant broad powers, including potential overruling of citizen votes, amid officials like Meldrim Thomson Jr. signaling support. The measure, tied to a February special session, would empower a new body to regulate energy and fuel decisions.
Los Angeles AP reports truckers may walk out January 31 in a nationwide action. Industry figures are unclear as shippers and owners express fear of supply disruptions and possible toll on road transport. Comments from Drinkhall note uncertainty over exact impact and timing.
Portland Maine two attorneys filed a federal suit naming Ram Coben Republican of Maine as a defendant. House Speaker Carl Abbert asked the court to dismiss the case citing lack of actionable claims and procedural issues. The filing marks a procedural turn in the dispute over impeachment matters and executive conduct.
Fragmentary text discusses traffic movements and a miner’s remarks on energy crisis and deaths, with several weeks before a raweeh center and references to speakers named Acer and Qigares. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent events or facts.
Portsmouth schools will close for two weeks amid an energy crisis action. The Board of Education approved moving the April vacation into March or February while keeping the sports schedule. State education actions pressured districts to cut time without student makeup, with teachers and staff still working at central points.
William Mayo Jr. was approved as new principal of Portsmouth's Junior High, effective end of January. He currently leads Timberlane Regional High School's junior division and accepted after a 10 to 2 board vote. Mayo cited the junior high area as the most fascinating and plans a WO day notice before starting.
The First National Bank of Boston will lower its lending rate from 19 percent to 8 percent effective Monday. Chairman Richard Ty Hill announced the move, noting the rate hosts the banks most creditworthy customers.
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