WWP head warns of possible mandatory cuts by May
Inland Empire residents urged to cut electricity and gas use as voluntary curtailments fall short. Wendle Satre, president of Washington Water Power Co., says normal winter water supply limits and rising fuel costs threaten jobs and reliability. The utility seeks commercial and residential reductions, noting residential use comprises 43 percent of output.
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Satre
Chambers of Commerce
Washington
Idaho
Elergy
Dominco
British ‘Columbia
Death Row Author Edgar Smith Admits Lie and Escape
Edgar Smith Jr, famed as a controversial death row author, confessed that his 14 year fight to avoid execution was a lie. He admitted killing 15 year old Victoria Zielinski in 1957 and said police coerced his confession was false. He plans to face further charges in San Diego while reflecting at the grave and battlefield sites.
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San Diego
UPI
Edgar Smith, Jr
New Jersey
Smith
Victoria Zielinski
Mahwah
N.J
Zielinski
William F
Honesdale
Stony Point
N.Y
Kepone Site Reevaluated Near Grandview Idaho
Boise aging site reevaluation finds safe containment for hazardous wastes at Wes-Con disposal near Grandview. Officials say thick clay layers and silo armor minimize groundwater and explosion risks, with new safety measures and restricted access. A monument will mark the site.
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Idaho
Grandview
Barker
Preparation H Hemorrhoidal Remedy Claims Fast Relief
Doctor tested Preparation H with its exclusive formula is presented as America’s leading hemorrhoidal remedy. The product promises prompt relief from pain and itching and notes it also helps shrink swelling due to inflammation.
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America
Army orders end for Boise folk singer Baugh
John Baugh of Boise lost his six year fight with the U S Army after being ordered to active duty for one month and 22 days at Fort Bliss Texas. He had previously opposed the order since 1971 when he stopped drills over a wig issue tied to his folk singing career.
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Boise
API
John Baugh
U. S. Army
Baugh
Fort Bliss
Tex
Army National Guard
Evacuation confusion amid crash on holiday island runway
Investigators interview survivors from Pan American and review runway and control tower tapes as Spanish officials and Pan Am deny responsibility for the collision with a KLM jet. The wreckage shows scorched remains and scattered debris while authorities caution over possible miscommunications. Isobel Monda seeks care for injuries as families await outcome.
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Haley
U.S
KLM
Social Security
Isobel Monda
la Mesa
Calif
Anthony Monda
Spanish Air
Pan American Airlines
Morocco
Air Ministry
Southern California Faces Water Shortage by Summer End
The Metropolitan Water District warns reservoirs may be dry this summer without a 10 percent cut in use. March demand rose 40 percent over last year, prompting a plan to charge districts double for water beyond 90 percent of 1976 usage and offer a $20 per acre foot rebate for cuts.
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California
Los Angeles
UPD
Metropolitan Water District
Water District
Evan L. Griffith
MWD
MWD* Board
Idaho air top rating amid Northwest pollution concerns
The EPA Region 10 report through 1974 shows Idaho with excellent air and water quality not encouraging in Idaho water, while Alaska faces the worst air. Seattle and Portland report numerous violation and alert days, with pollution tracking hampered by data gaps. The next EPA update is due in 1978.
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Seattle
APS
Idaho
Washington
Oregon
Alaska
Northwest
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
Willamette Valley
Kellogg- Wallace
Pacific Northwest
Spokane
Fairbanks
Portland
Cities Urged To Measure Wells In Idaho Drought Plan
A drought task force booklet urges Idaho cities to measure and record well output regularly. The publication is distributed to all municipalities to aid drought preparedness.
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Boise
UPD
Idaho
Hansen Faces Funds Plea Sparking Idaho Voter Reaction
In Idaho's Second District constituents react to Congressman Hansen seeking public funds to cover personal and legal costs. A UPI survey notes most informed respondents oppose the move, citing a $57,500 salary and calls to live within his means. Comments cite duty to self finance and criticism from voters and businesspeople.
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Penny Young
Boise
UPD
GOP
George Hansen
Idaho
Hansen
United Press International
Soda Springs
Malad
Twin Falls
Darrell Dryden
Robert Barr
St. Anthony
John Brooks
Pocatello
Gail
Vivian Borders
Irene Alder
Kay Clark
Clark
Roberts
George
Eddy Bates
Rexbury
Idaho Falls
Allan Crail
U. S. District Court
Geoge Hart
Hart
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Wallace
Lake Coeur d'Alene
Columbia River
British Columbia
Inland Empire
Death Row
Superior Court
Gilbert Harelson
Natonal Guard
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals
James A. McClure
Griffith
Kankakee
Illinois
Jell-O
Genera Ports Cooperation O General Fratds Corporanoan
Jim Ward
Preston
Leroy Shelton
Shcney
Shelton
Robert ‘Pearson
Sandpoint Daily
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