Britain Faces Energy Crisis and Austerity Plan
London reports a sweeping energy and inflation crisis as Chancellor Barber unveils austerity measures. A three day work week and electricity cuts threaten 40 percent coal output, with million workers facing pay and job risks. Banking, shipping, and food imports strain the economy amid potential rationing.
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Propane tanker crashes into crane near Madras
A railroad tanker carrying 30,000 gallons of propane broke loose from a siding in Madras Oregon. The tanker rolled ten miles and struck a crane. Burlington Northern employee Alfonzo Villaneuva 34 jumped aboard to try to brake it and rode for a mile before leaping off. He alerted a nearby crew to clear the path. Investigators said no propane leaked.
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