Britain asks IMF for 3.9 billion loan to stabilize pound
The British government will seek 3.9 billion dollars from the IMF as the pound slides to a record low. Chancellor Healey canceled trips and planned a national television speech after a 42 cent drop, with market analysis noting IMF credit aims to quell repayment uncertainty on earlier credits.
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Botswana
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Dar Es Salaam
Bell profits spark rate hike threat in AT&T bid
AT&T chief deButts told a House subcommittee that Bell Telephone may seek higher residential rates if FCC competition bids fail. He argued FCC rules would force a costly restructuring and raise home bills, while legislation would curb regulators and reshape pricing.
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Carter to visit New Mexico on October 8 for blitz
Democratic candidate Jimmy Carter will visit Albuquerque on October 8 starting a major campaign blitz with a noontime rally and small fund raising event. Carter's New Mexico coordinator Ben Alexander said plans may include Roswell and Chaves County and other campaign activities in the state in early October.
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Albuquerque
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Hobbs
Roswell
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Ford
Towle seeks more funds for district highway projects
State Highway Commissioner Kenneth L. Towle of Hobbs says he will pursue additional funds for long range district projects in southeastern New Mexico. He notes a December meeting to review the five year plus statewide plan including 25 projects totaling 44 million in District 2, which covers eight counties.
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Parade draws 35000 at Eastern New Mexico Fair kickoff
First day turnout at the 1976 Eastern New Mexico State Fair parade estimated at about 35,000 despite cooler weather. Fair executive secretary Burton Brown cited 6,947 paid admissions and roughly 9,000 with free entries, with rodeo gates down about 1,800 from last year.
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ENM Fair Schedule Highlights Rodeo Market and Show
Schedule for ENM Fair lists activities across Sept 29 and 30. Events include a 6:30 p.m. rodeo, 8 p.m. Honda Dancers, a carnival from 11 a.m. to midnight, market steers judging at 8 a.m., Villa Solano Day at 10 a.m., and horse show entry deadline at 10 a.m. on Sept 30.
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