Sugar import bill could raise price of sugar nationwide
Legislation before the House Ways and Means Committee could lift the minimum import sugar price to 16 cents a pound and raise prices for many sugar containing foods. The measure, approved 37-7 by the Agriculture Committee, aims to support domestic growers by offsetting higher costs and shifting pricing to deter overseas sugar. The government currently uses duties to keep import prices in line with domestic sugar, with potential quotas if duties fail to control imports.
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Suit against NBC on rape claim dismissed
A California judge dismissed an $11 million negligence suit against NBC over the film Born Innocent, ruling the plaintiff failed to prove the show incited the crime. The decision upheld First Amendment protections, with the plaintiff planning an immediate appeal.
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Nation reports 24.7 million below poverty line in 1977
The Associated Press summary notes 24.7 million people lived in poverty in 1977 versus 25.9 million in 1975 and places the 1977 non farm family of four poverty line at 6191 dollars. Median family income rose to 16010 in 1977, about seven percent above 1976’s 14960, but 6.5 percent inflation eroded most gains.
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School Prayer Rider Ties to Court Bill
A deadlock over an amendment to reopen public schools to voluntary prayer blocks needed legislation the Supreme Court says is vital. Sen Dennis DeConcini says passage to the Senate floor is unlikely, offering slim hope if Sen Jesse Helms withdraws the prayer amendment, which Helms refuses.
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Mardi Gras towel promises more strength and personality
A supermarket ad touts a new improved Mardi Gras paper towel claiming stronger sheets and easier tearing. It emphasizes personality in every package and offers 100 savings on the first purchase while highlighting kitchen brightness.
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