Miners vote on new contract as strike nears landmark end
About 160000 United Mine Workers members vote at local halls on a proposed contract ending the 109 day coal strike. Officials expect a narrow pass with Carter administration contingency plans if rejected and court action under Taft Hartley possible.
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Amoco Cadiz breaks in two as oil spill grows
The Amoco Cadiz split completely, stern turned by heavy seas while the forward section ferries up to 15 million gallons of oil. Pollution alerts spread in western Normandy as slicks drift toward Brittany, drawing criticism of France’s cleanup efforts and coordination.
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Carter explores mandatory solar systems for new homes
The Carter administration studies a plan to require passive solar energy in all FHA financed new homes as part of a broad solar initiative to be announced May 3 Sun Day. An Energy Department spokesman said details and exact system type are not yet decided while FHA and HUD officials work on a proposal.
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