Auto makers say fuel goals can be attained
Washington AP The president of the Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Association opened hearings on a federal task force report proposing a 80 to 100 percent increase in fuel economy within a decade The report projects fleet average 17.1 mpg rising to 33.6 mpg by the late 1980s through lighter cars existing power plants and advanced transmissions Eberle warned of unemployment and economic risk if incentives are misaligned and urged a gradual path to allow industry stabilization The association represents nine major manufacturers accounting for over 99 percent of US car, bus and truck production The task force report was prepared by DOT EPA FEA ERDA and NSF representatives
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Hua supporters rally as Mao widow assailed in Beijing
In Tokyo a Chinese Communist party drive praised Premier Hua Kuo Feng and condemned Mao Tse tung's widow and radical allies. Demonstrations in the Cai capital drew several million participants.
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Ford signs bill to boost aid to counties with federal lands
President Ford signed legislation increasing federal payments to about 1000 counties containing large federally owned lands that cannot be taxed locally. The measure mainly affects the West with grazing lands parks forests and reservoirs, but 40 states including Arizona gain.
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Carter criticizes Ford ad campaign over Playboy cover
In Plains Georgia Jimmy Carter denounces a Ford advertising blitz that uses Playboy and Newsweek covers to imply moral laxity. He says the campaign misleads voters by suggesting he is a special case for granting a Playboy interview.
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Call to Action Conference Launches Five-Year Catholic Social Plan
Detroit reports the U S Catholic Church under Pope Paul VI promotes a two year Bicentennial project opening today. The Call to Action Conference aims to assemble a nationwide five year plan of social action for more than 45 million American Catholics.
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Scottsdale weighs multisports complex study after Cubs visit
Scottsdale City Council likely to decide next week on continuing study of a multisports complex. Mayor Jenkins spoke after touring Yuma baseball facilities and noted Cubs interest in upgrading Scottsdale Stadium. A staff report is slated for November 9 with input from Charros leaders and city officials on feasibility and alternatives.
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Adamson Mistrial Declared In Murder Trial
PHOENIX AP A judge halted the John H. Adamson murder case after finding massive pretrial publicity made fair juror selection impossible. The trial will be reset by November 20 and jurors discharged.
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Judge rejects attempt to open APS pamphlet
A superior court judge dismissed a lawsuit by Ratepayers Against Subsidized Politics challenging Arizona Public Service Co. APS was accused of using its Arizona Lifestyle booklet and billing inserts to push a nuclear position. Judge Stanley Z Goodfarb said the suit failed to show irreparable harm or lack of legal remedy and named APS as a nonparty defendant.
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Campaign signs violate Paradise Valley town law
Paradise Valley officials warn candidates placing campaign signs on streets or property breach the sign ordinance. Most sign violators remove signs after notice. penalties include up to 300 dollar fines and potential jail time.
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Variable Clouds Forecast With Scattered Showers
Weather update notes 40 percent chance of morning showers continuing tonight and tomorrow. Cooler with highs in the mid 80s today and lower 80s tomorrow. Lows near 60 tonight. Details mer 91.
Board candidates push for better school communication
At Hohokam School forum nine candidates including two incumbents discussed improving communication among parents teachers and the school board. They stressed listening to concerns seeking balanced views teacher input and stronger evaluation while opposing teacher strikes and urging proactive outreach to find issues before crises.
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