Oil firms seek Vietnam drilling rights amid political turmoil
Western oil companies including American British Japanese Australian and Canadian firms have secretly approached Hanoi and the Viet Cong for drilling rights off South Vietnam. Some sources say they are ready to work under any government if returns are guaranteed as exploration continues despite a worsening military situation.
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Joseph. Galloway
Singapore
UPI
Hanoi
South China Sea
South Vietnam
Bonanza
Two Men on a Barrel De-iced Pipes in 1914 Oregon
In The Dalles Oregon a 1914 environmental protection stunt thawed frozen water pipes with a homemade setup on a wagon. Two men operated a broomstick controlled electric current from a kitchen faucet to a fire plug while a barrel carried water. The feat injured no one and contrasted with modern eco costs driven by pollution controls.
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Dalles
Oregon
Pacific Power
Environmental Protection Service