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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1974
Page
7
UPI reports the 1978 median U S household income reached 10512 dollars, up 8.4 percent from 1977, yet real purchasing power rose only 2.1 percent after inflation. The Census Bureau notes 70 million households included all residents in a dwelling, with 8 percent earning 25000 or more and 23 percent under 5000.
Jimmy Connor found a brown paper bag containing thirteen thousand dollars across from his home in Maryville Illinois. He considered spending it but his mother urged him to turn it in to the rightful owners. Police and local associations thanked him for honesty.
A large-scale crop-duster effort spread zinc-laced oats over a 10 mile by 600 foot brushland strip on Maui to deter an influx of mice into a populated coastal area. Officials described the plan as a buffer as mice descend from mountains. results expected within 48 hours.
California officials report tentative approval for a new baby beef cut sold at 50 cents per pound with early sales expected in the San Francisco area. State food and agriculture director C Brunel Christensen notes tender yet light marbling, while California Beef Council manager cautions widespread availability may wait until year end amid industry debate.
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