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Newspaper
Sandpoint Daily Bee
Location
Sandpoint, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1976
Page
2
The piece notes DST became permanent in 1967 to extend evening daylight, used for energy saving during the 1973 embargo, then argues that with oil depletion and greater import reliance, Congress shows weak leadership on energy conservation and research despite DST.
Nearly half of 212 autos tested by the Washington Department of Ecology and Inland Automobile Association failed to meet safe standards for emissions. John Raymond said 42 percent released dangerous carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons. Older autos fared better, and larger vehicles produced fewer emissions. maintenance lapses common.
One man waved from a rocky shoreline four miles northeast of Bayview while another two men are missing. Sheriff’s Sgt. Bill Rice reports rough water hampering search efforts as a sheriff’s boat and navy units move to the drifting craft. Radio contact was lost and it is unclear if the waving man is part of the missing party. The accompanying man is Fey Kossman, brother-in-law of a salesman at Alpine Motors.
An archival listing shows a dense lineup across channels with programs from Mickey Mouse Club to News scenes, sitcoms, and movies. Notable items include The Brady Bunch, Bewitched, All in the Family, Maude, and movie titles such as A Girl Named Sooner.
Ambassador Graham Martin defends the 11 minutes on April 29 1975 that preceded the last helicopter lift from Saigon. He says the delay saved Americans and should be read as disciplined action to evacuate as many Vietnamese relatives and others as possible while avoiding panic.
A Census Bureau study shows women have higher life expectancy education and employment since 1900 yet the income gap widens. From 1950 to 1974 female employment doubled while men rose 25 percent but male median income rose faster. In 1974 women's median income was 6957 dollars versus 12152 for men.
Funeral services were held at Rich Valley Alberta for Margith Hellen Carlson born March 21, 1918 who lived there all her life. She is survived by a sister and brother in law and a niece, with her mother and two brothers also in Canada. Leroy Clayton Shaw died April 23 at Bonner General Hospital born March 20, 1933 in Coeur d Alene Idaho. He married Jo Ann Saccomanno in Spokane in 1965 and moved here in 1971, worked as a sawmill operator, and was active in Panhandle Racing and the Eagles. He is survived by his wife Kathi and three children, with multiple siblings and his mother Emma Shaw. Graveside services will be held April 28 at Pinecrest Memorial Park officiated by Pastor Robert Landsverk.
We thank friends and relatives for the beautiful flowers and cards received while in the hospital. Sincerely Ced and Aggie Chaney.
Willis Jordan reports $310 in animal traps stolen from a locked shed behind his Sandpoint home with a crowbar entry. A Sandpoint home sustains $200 damage when a car spins on the lawn at 700 Forest. A bicycle from 719 N 4th is found in Sand Creek. Michael P. Travers, 18, arrested for petty larceny in a gas siphoning case at 110 N Florence. $10 gasoline taken. Windshield smashed at 1101 Elm. $100 damage. City police car antenna damaged near Fourth and Cedar. $25 damage. Sheriff Bob Frank reports a deer struck and killed on Highway 200 near Clark Fork. no injuries.
Frank Church moves to file slates in 169 towns for Connecticut May 11 primary except Hartford and West Hartford. Udall faces a split field with Jackson Carter and an uncommitted delegate group, while reformers back Udall in most areas. Church plans broader outreach to 160 towns.
Rep John D Dingell expressed being appalled by the Justice Department and FBI handling of the Silkwood death inquiry. The House subcommittee opened hearings into the Nov 13 1974 auto crash that killed Karen Silkwood, while the FBI reportedly completed its investigation with no action.
About 100 students refused to enter South Boston High School on Jerome Winegar’s first day as headmaster amid racial tensions. Police arrested two youths after warning them to enter or leave. White students carried a wreath saying Go Home Jerome as violence earlier prompted calls for a curfew.
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