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Newspaper
Portsmouth Herald
Location
Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1978
Page
1
In early Europe trading the dollar rose slightly while slipping against the yen. Gold prices declined as London dealers cited a backlash against early week declines and potential action to support the dollar ahead of IMF talks in Washington.
In Jerusalem, Israel prepared a lavish welcome for Prime Minister Menachem Begin with roadblocks and a live national TV broadcast planned for his arrival after the Camp David summit. In Hackensack, journalists urged US Supreme Court review after a New York Times contempt ruling for withholding Farber notes.
Ottawa AP reporting that talks to avert rotating strikes by 19 000 Canada Post letter carriers broke down after one hour of negotiations. Robert McGarry president of the Letter Carriers Union of Canada said no settlement was reached as talks ended Thursday night.
Rockport Maine AP Edward J Riley acting regional OSHA administrator told the Maine Safety Conference that New England businessmen frequently drag their feet on federal safety regulations. He said his office lacks staff to crack down widely and will target only the most serious violations.
Damascus reports that Syria Algeria Libya South Yemen and the Palestine Liberation Organization agreed to form a joint military command to sabotage the Camp David accords, according to informed sources.
Corrective action at Portsmouth Industrial Park started Thursday after Economic Director Robert Benson flagged problems. Developers Tamposi Nash and contractor Frank Construction began restoring stump dump sites and will submit paperwork for site review. Benson met with Nash Millette and Frank to ensure compliance and tighter adherence to approved drawings.
In Durham at the University of New Hampshire, 400 to 500 students participated in a late night water fight injuring at least five. Katheryn Harrington was hospitalized for a cut above the eye from a trash can, while Tammie Stevens cut her foot on glass, Diane Dubois slipped and was treated, and Bradford Devereaux and Robert Marchenka received hand lacerations.
A 133 unit condo project off Sagamore Avenue was rejected unanimously by the Planning Board due to traffic concerns. Residents described Sagamore as a dangerous corridor, with many speakers warning of increased hazards and noise. The board praised the concept but feared a traffic nightmare and potential disaster on Sagamore Creek.
Wells Maine AP The town sues the Temple of Bacchus in Alfred Superior Court asking whether the temple is a legitimate church or an effort to bypass zoning rules. The suit seeks an injunction to bar serving wine or food for donations.
Keene State College hosts a news briefing as the New Hampshire university system trustees vote to request a 34 percent state funding increase, warning tuition could rise if funds are not supplied. The plan targets maintenance, salaries, life safety and federal compliance costs, with total 1980-81 budget at 214 million.
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission by 3-1 vote plans to press ahead with an Appeals Board staff study on alternative Seabrook sites. The effort hinges on EPA reversing its stance on cooling towers, otherwise cooling by seawater would remain. Commissioner Victor Gilinsky criticized the inaction and urged review of work completed and timing.
Seabrook residents approved a special town meeting vote to recover lands sold to Public Service Co. for a nuclear plant site, but Town Counsel says the move is moot and not binding on selectmen. The meeting also questioned Rocks Road land transfers and access to a natural docking area.
Seacoast area near Portsmouth is sought for a new Portsmouth Vocational Technical College site. The current 58 000 square foot building is sinking into marsh soil and unsuitable to carry the load, prompting state backed relocation studies and a planned 80 000 to 90 000 square foot new facility.
Secretary of State Cyrus Vance faced Jordan and Saudi Arabia with no backing for Camp David. Jordan's King Hussein reiterated reservations over Israeli withdrawal and Palestinian state rights while Saudi leadersCALled the plan unacceptable. Vance promised further talks as the dispute over Jerusalem and West Bank settlements remains unresolved.
Concord source reports that Public Service Co investors received 41 percent of $17.8 million allowed under construction work in progress charges for Seabrook plant. PSNH spokesman counters that funds are not earmarked and earnings must cover all company expenses and prior thin margins.
Negotiators talked but reached few agreements as teachers strikes continued to affect more than 500000 students from elementary to college. Wages are the central issue with salaries ranging from 9450 to 20180 dollars. Fall River and Bridgeport see active protests and continued walkouts despite fines and court orders.
The New England Regional Commission approved 150000 dollars for extensive rehabilitation of the Portsmouth branch line of the Boston and Maine Railroad in Springfield Massachusetts on Friday. The funds will be matched by the railroad and used for yard improvements in Portsmouth and track redesigns along with roadbed work in the Barberry Lane area. Ballast stabilization work will also be done in Greenland and Stratham.
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