Idaho Republicans weigh future governor candidates
In Boise, GOP leaders doubt either Larry Jackson or Butch Otter can beat Gov. Evans. Dane Watkins struggles for support while Vernon Ravenscroft draws focus as a potential strong challenger, hampered by balancing primary chances vs Hansen. Ravenscroft’s entry would reshape Idaho GOP prospects.
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Steve
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Puerto Rico Economy Deepens Crisis Amid Reforms
Puerto Rico faces a worsening recession under Gov. Carlos Romero Barcelo with 21 percent unemployment. The report notes Operation Bootstrap legacy, tax incentives, wage policies, and sugar-mill closures as the island relies on federal funds while considering tighter tax measures and higher minimum wages.
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United Press International
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Puerto Rico
Carlos Romero Barcelo
New Progressive Party
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Free Enterprise Association
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Congress
Phase II for Carter seen in lingering Lance questions
The Lighter Side column notes President Carter enters a second phase of scrutiny after a week dominated by Lance and the Panama issue. A mock press briefing parodies the prep with Jody Powell discussing strategies to handle Lance and the canal treaty while downplaying personal scandal.
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United Press International
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Sin
HUD
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Canal
Pope Paul VI Turns 80 Amid Frail Health and Schism Fears
Pope Paul VI marks his 80th birthday amid health frailty and anxiety over a potential religious schism. He signals his tenure may end soon as he promotes Giovanni Benelli, 56, as his preferred successor, while contending with Bishop Marcel Lefebvre's challenge to papal authority.
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Jack R. Payton
United Press International
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Rome
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Lefebvre
Europe
Americas
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Brescia
Giovanni Battista Montini
St. Peter
Giovanni Benelli
Florence
Benselli
Benelli
Peter Hebblethwaite
Parents Call for Stricter Safety Laws Over Lagoons
A family pleads for tougher safety rules after their son Jeremy nearly drowns in a sewer lagoon at a trailer park. They urge action on lagoons and construction sites to prevent similar accidents and protect children.
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Jeremy
Jennifer
Idaho Senators and Rep. Symms Office Addresses
Listed addresses for Idaho officials include Senator Frank Church at 245 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20610 Senator James McClure at 460 Russell Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510 and Representative Steve Symms at 1410 Longworth House Office Building Washington DC 20515.
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Washington, D.C
James McQure
Russell Senate
Stéve Symms
Longworth House
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