Special interest sparkle Leaders report surpluses
The six men chosen as House leaders for the 1976-78 term saw major campaign surpluses funded largely by political action committees. Rhodes led with 77 250, Wright 48 000, O Neill 26 500, Michel 24 000, Anderson 16 000, and Brademas 14 390. PACs supplied about one third of their income, with total PAC contributions over 206 000 across the six leaders.
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Indiana
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New Mexico Secretary of State Faces Unexpected Advertising Costs
Secretary Ernestine Evans says the office overspent by about 14,000 on constitutional amendment ads. The funds must be moved from other budget lines and require legislative approval. Evans stresses no deficit spending, while Lt. Gov. Ferguson notes such shifting is not unusual.
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NMMI President Among Five Finalists for Lamar University
Brig. Gen. Dr. C. Robert Kemble of New Mexico Military Institute emerged as a finalist for Lamar University’s presidency in Beaumont Texas. His daughter Caroli Kemble confirmed he was in town for a job interview and would discuss it after meetings. Sources close to Lamar’s board of regents corroborated the interview.
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Roswell Woman Seeks School Board Seat
Roswell resident Mary J. Baldock 39 announces candidacy for six year Roswell Independent School District Board of Education to replace Norman Patterson who will not seek re election Baldock a Roswell High School and University of Arizona graduate with history degree and political science minor has taught at local schools and held leadership roles in community groups She cites support for back to basics and strong athletic programs and notes her long standing involvement in Roswell education and service.
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East Grand Plains
Carter may take high 77 deficit to spark economy
President elect Carter likely faces a record 1977 budget deficit if he pushes spending or tax cuts. Advisers warn Congress may resist a large deficit while Carter weighs anti inflation steps and delays major programs until after his Jan 20 swearing in. The 1977 deficit could reach up to 80 billion if a 15 to 20 billion boost is enacted.
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Prison furloughs end with two escapees at Parchman
Mississippi State Penitentiary officials reported mixed results from the holiday furloughs. Of 55 inmates due back Friday night, two did not return and were labeled escapees. Erby Lee Jones drove to the gates claiming a rush to reenter, stealing a car. the owner Theresa Reed filed charges and Jones faces March trial.
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Soviets impose 200 mile fishing limit impacting Japan
Tokyo faces a drastic loss as the Soviet Union declares a 200 mile exclusive zone cutting into Japan by almost 20 percent of its catch. The move joins similar limits from the United States Canada and others, threatening ports like Kushiro with major declines and prompting Tokyo to consider its own 200 mile claim.
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