Sandpoint Police chief resigns amid public dispute
A Sandpoint reader Letter to the people discusses Chief Abbott's resignation amid debate over police policy and enforcement. The writer, Pat Lee, and others urge accountability, noting traffic enforcement and impartial application of laws as central to community safety and integrity.
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Resignation of Sandpoint Police Chief Abbots Headline
The Sandpoint city police chief Dick Abbott and four other officers resign as the department faces scrutiny. The city council, Mayor Brown, and new council members reflect on failed transitions and communication gaps, noting past mistakes and possible reforms for the police department.
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Jobs Ended To Balance Budget In Spokane
Spokane city council cut 28 jobs to balance a 26 million budget. Eight layoffs, 13 vacant positions to remain, seven new positions canceled. Parking meters rise to 20 cents per hour and overtime tickets from 8 am to 6 pm. A second budget session is planned. The city also abandons a plan to recover 89 thousand dollars in CETA grant money after labor department withdrawal due to program inconsistencies and lack of minority and women advertising.
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Political Echoes on Andrus Budget Secrecy and Alleged Blackmail
Aides to Governor Cecil Andrus face scrutiny over secrecy as Chris Carlson hints at harming reporters over advance budget briefings. Lewiston editor Jay Shelledy questions leaks while Carlson defends plans, raising concerns about press access and political pressure.
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White House Christmas Ball Brings Detente to Dignified Night
President Ford hosts a black tie White House ball for Congress with nearly 1,000 guests in the East Room. Ford dances with Mrs Ford and daughter Susan, while Susan kisses him under the mistletoe. Carols by church groups add seasonal charm as guests enjoy light buffet and drinks.
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Antibureaucracy movement reshapes major U.S. regulators
Washington debate centers on trimming or abolishing key federal agencies. Senators Kennedy Proxmire Biden Nelson join Ford in urging deregulation as critics say CAB ICC and others raise prices, stifle competition, and burden business. Ford seeks broad deregulation though path uncertain.
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Rockefeller reiterates no campaign in New Hampshire or Florida primaries
Vice President Nelson Rockefeller says he will not campaign for Ford in the New Hampshire and Florida contests but will back him elsewhere to win the GOP nomination. He warns Reagan may be peaking too soon and rules out returning to the 1976 ticket while not ruling out a presidential bid of his own.
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