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Newspaper
Sandpoint Daily Bee
Location
Sandpoint, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1976
Page
2
The Idaho Association of Commerce and Industry touts a statewide energy conference in Boise on Sept. 24 featuring power experts and officials. Critics argue the event advances pro consumption goals with speakers from Big Oil utilities and aligned agencies, sidelining voices favoring reduced energy use.
A Lewiston Tribune excerpt explains that over a two year term the average representative earns about 1.08 million dollars in salary fringes and expenses. It details specific line items such as envelopes stationery mailing privileges equipment rental newsletters travel and staff salaries plus free studio time and publications. The piece argues incumbents benefit greatly from these terms.
The note warns that gasoline prices are rising and likely will not fall soon with ongoing demand and finite supply. It cites comparisons showing US gas cheaper than many nations, cites Canada and New Zealand prices, and predicts prices could reach extreme levels in the future.
Washington reports reveal bets among White House correspondents on Ford in a tight race with Carter. A veteran journalist offered odds on Michigan and five states, drawing bets from Ford aides and peers as debate strategy and topics spark scrutiny of the campaign dynamic.
Washington columnist Dick West jokes about Capitol security checks and inspecting handbags. He notes the odd job of peering into purses and imagines a spoof series Purse Squad set around the Capitol Police with comic scenarios from gallery inspections to a banjo smuggling plot.
Harold C. Miles argues Idaho Power true residential rates are higher than several private utilities and BPA provided power in 1975. He cites multiple utilities and regional averages to claim costs in Idaho fall above the BPA influenced region and calls for accurate rate comparisons.
A letter from Lynne Hunt reports a German Shepherd puppy hit on North Boyer Avenue at about 7 30 am. The writer asks who will explain to a two year old boy why no one stopped to help and invites contact at 263 4066.
TV guide fragment lists shows from 2:30 to 10:00 with Cartoon Mickey Mouse Club at 3:30 and Sesame Street blocks, News and specials, sports and drama including Wall Street Week and Masterpiece Theatre, ending with The Olympiad. Observed channels include Channel 2 and Channel 10 with varied program notes.
Sandpoint Daily Bee notes its publishing schedule Monday through Friday excluding legal holidays. It lists address 310 Church Street Sandpoint Idaho 83064 and mailing P O Box 579 with subscription rates at 2.50 per month. The paper mentions United Press International and other local services and notes postage rate changes pending. Pew Thompson is publisher and Dave Finkelnburg is editor with Ostermann as Advertising Director.
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