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Newspaper

Scottsdale Progress

Location

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1976

Page

3

Carter Faces Tough Energy Choices for Nation

Carter's looming energy policy battles focus on lowering prices, boosting domestic oil, and reducing pollution while ensuring sufficient power without risking global survival. The choice of energy czar, possibly James Schlesinger, raises concerns over bias toward nuclear power and the need for diverse, safe, nonpolluting developments.

Carter Atomic Energy Commission James Schlesinger Schlesinger

Seasonal humor and the gripes of greeting cards

A columnist laments Christmas cards that miss the mark from vulgar to sadistic. They note inebriated monk, golfers with drinks, and a buxom Santa during the holiday rush. Personal cards feel warmer than mass produced notes from corporations.

Scrooge

Carter must decide on offshore oil policy for nation

Washington reports that President elect Carter must push a national plan to tap offshore oil and gas to cut foreign reliance. States face pressure to plan coastal development, build deep water ports and weigh environmental concerns amid new Congress energy laws.

Carter Benjamin Shore Washington Jimmy Carter U.S Louisiana Gulf States Congress Great Lakes North Sea Scotland Alaska Delaware mid-Atlantic States Department of the Interior

Congressmen Reluctant to Challenge Rep Nix for Chair

At age 71 Rep. Robert N. C. Nix faces slowing pace and questions about fitness for the Post Office and Civil Service Committee chair. Several colleagues say he displays signs of drinking problems, though Nix denies any alcohol use. Despite defense, lawmakers hesitate to oppose him as Carter seeks federal government reorganization.

Washington Robert N.C. Nix D-Pa Philadelphia House Post Office and Civil Service Committee Jimmy Carter Congress Nix Gary Cohn Howie Kurtz Mexico Civil Service Committee Morris Udall D-Ariz Interior Committee James Hanley D-N.y

Fifth Avenue filming praised by local merchants

Jackson La Baer, president of The Clotherie LTD, lauds the Fifth Avenue and Marshall Way filming of the movie Ransom. He notes temporary traffic closures caused brief disturbance but cites quick cleanup and cooperative film crew, gaining new customers and goodwill.

Fifth Avenue Marshall Way Jackson LA Baer the Clotherie Ltd

Durango jail security called dangerous by visitor

A visitor to the Durango facility at 3th Avenue and Durango argues the Durango Hilton’s design and rules create serious security risks. He notes an ex convict obtaining a visitor badge, unattended desks, unlocked doors, no gate guard, and unarmed staff. He urges the sheriff to boost security and manpower.

Maricopa County 3Th Avenue Durango Durango Hilton

Type Slips You can increase your car fuel economy

The Nantucket Inquirer and Mirror notes simple driving adjustments can lift fuel economy by ten to twenty percent. It emphasizes steady speeds, proper maintenance, and smart fueling practices to maximize efficiency.

Nantucket Mass Inquirer & Mirror

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Ford Administration Rep. Nix Jack Anderson Les Whitten USA 5Th Avenue Ransom Scottsdale Jonathan Marshall H.E Hal’ Metcalf Jerry McElfresh Arizona Audit Bureau of Circulation Ariz
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