Carter pledges energy tax plan amid debate and refunds
President Carter defended a gasoline tax plan aimed at raising up to fifty cents a year in five cent steps, promising rebates of up to 188 for a four person family and 100 per five cent tax if the tax rises. He warned Congress against blocking the plan and said rationing powers exist under current law for emergencies.
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Cal senators say Carter gas tax may change in Congress
California's Senators Alan Cranston and S. Hayakawa offer mixed views on President Carter's proposed gasoline tax. Cranston expects changes to reflect Western car reliance and work travel, while Hayakawa argues the tax increase is too small to shift driving habits or spur new fuel supply drilling. He supports conservation and alternative fuels though.
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Jet OK after gear problem at Lindbergh Field
A Western Airlines Boeing 707 carrying 127 passengers from Honolulu landed safely at Lindbergh Field after a hydraulic problem prevented automatic wheel lowering. The crew manually lowered the wheels as emergency units stood by, with the plane touching down nearly on schedule about 15 miles out to sea.
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Death Penalty Debate Shapes California Law Change
Legislature debates replacing life without parole with a death sentence in certain cases. Backers argue it deters violence inside prisons while opponents warn it undermines governor clemency power. Key figures include Sen. Denkmejian and Gov. Brown, with votes seen as pivotal ahead of an expected veto fight.
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Tuna fishers urged to go back to work
Fishermen and Commerce officials clash over tuna fishing rules as 3,500 member Fisherman's Union of America reports negotiators in Washington growing hopeful. Authorities warn some vessels may return as 175 captains take refresher courses on porpoise protection amid weekend fog and rising coastal seas forecasts. Daylight saving time ends Sunday at 2 am with clocks set forward one hour.
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Soviet Bears cross closer to U S coast in training area
U S officials report two TU-95 Bear bombers and an escort flew about six miles off the East Coast near the Saratoga and escort ships during a fleet training drill. F-4 fighters scrambled from Seymour Johnson AFB but the Bears departed without incident. officers cite-growing Soviet assertiveness in air and naval activity.
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Free mail access urged to include citizens in franking
Washington AP report notes Senator Yoho Durkin proposes extending free mail privileges to citizens who write to Congress and the President. The two way franking bill aims to allow constituents to mail elected officials at no cost, mirroring lawmakers sending mail to voters.
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