Carter outlines sweeping defense cuts in Mississippi visit
Democratic candidate Jimmy Carter proposes cutting 222 overseas bases to about 120 as part of a broader defense reduction and calls Pentagon wasteful. He urges a tougher military posture, criticizes detente, and urges national defense decisions by leaders rather than the military‑industrial complex. Carter visits Biloxi as he campaigns for Mississippi delegates.
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Senate extends tax cuts while House acts on energy and spending
The Senate approved a six month extension of temporary tax cuts 73 to 19 and rejected a spending ceiling tied to Ford. The House backed compromise oil price rollback and 40 month price controls. Energy and defense bills move forward as Congress nears year end with veto risks and deficit debates.
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Harrison land use plan remains on back burner
Harrison County supervisors postponed action on a comprehensive land use plan prepared by Gulf Regional Planning Commission. Deputy director Paul Desmarais argued the study is needed to guide the 785 041 regional sewerage project serving Harrison and Jackson counties and seven cities, noting Jackson County has already adopted a plan. The board said the plan has not been presented to their planning commission yet and referenced the ongoing page.
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I-10 Gulfport to Fountainbleu opening delayed
The 23 mile I 10 link between Gulfport and Fountainbleu faces a two to three month delay with three unfinished interchanges and weather and labor shortages blamed. Dahlstrom Corp has paid over 51 thousand in liquidated damages and may incur 560 per day until completion. Gulfport I 110 project also faces penalties totaling 102 thousand with 200 daily fines.
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South Boston High suspends over 100 students after walkout
More than 100 white pupils at South Boston High School are suspended following a mid morning walkout. Weather outlook notes showers and thunderstorms with a cooler turn later. details on Page A four.
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Holiday flight chaos from United and National strikes
Holiday travelers scramble as United machinists strike cancels flights through Christmas Eve and National pilots and attendants strike keeps National air service halted since Sept. 1. Passengers face higher fares longer routes and frantic efforts to rebook with Northwest Braniff TWA and others.
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