Congress rejects lifetime low rates for elderly in energy bill
Congressional energy conferees rejected a Senate backed provision to give seniors over 62 the lowest rates charged to large industrial customers. The move follows concerns a second tax credit for the elderly poor could render the measure unnecessary. The energy debate also centers on President Carter's crude oil tax amid House opposition and talks of a compromise with tax incentives for industry.
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Williamson County highway workers strike at Marion courthouse
Williamson County highway department workers in Marion walked off the job and picketed the courthouse for higher pay and hospitalization benefits, the first such action in 138 years. The 20 workers, members of Operating Engineers Local 318B, seek about 15 percent more pay while the county offered around 8 percent.
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Dissident General Grigorenko Arrives in New York
Pyotr Grigorenko former Soviet Army general and dissident leader arrived from Moscow to Kennedy Airport New York on Wednesday He said he would avoid political issues during his U S visit to see his emigré son so he could be allowed back into the Soviet Union
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NLRB seeks nationwide injunction against J P Stevens Co
The NLRB authorizes legal staff to pursue a nationwide injunction to halt J P Stevens Co from illegal acts in its union avoidance drive. The move targets Stevens, officers, directors, and agents over alleged continuing violations across five states.
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Slaying of Lucille Fligor shocks Carbondale area
Friends and relatives describe Lucille Fligor as a spirited former teacher who ran Wagon Creek Antiques. Police probe continues with no suspects as funeral plans proceed and neighbors express fear and sorrow.
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Cold front brings clear skies then possible weekend snow
A cold front moving into Southern Illinois brings clearing skies but colder temperatures. John Dellinger at Southern Illinois Airport says the weather should clear tonight with Friday highs in the low to mid 40s. Through the weekend low to mid 40s with upper 20s to low 30s overnight are expected, and scattered clouds return Saturday with a chance of snow Saturday and possibly Sunday.
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Arab foes meet in Tripoli over Sadat visit
Libyan leader Muammar Khadafy hosts a two day summit with Algeria's Houari Boumediene Syria's Hafez Assad Yasir Arafat and Iraq's Taha Ramadan to oppose Sadat's trip to Israel. The conference aims to rally Arab unity but offers no concrete action yet.
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Weekend Weather Outlook With Colder Night Forecast
Fair and colder tonight with lows in the lower to middle 20s. Friday offers partial sun and highs around the middle to upper 40s. Saturday through Monday looks mostly cloudy with a chance of occasional snow Sunday and Monday.
Wrigley Field to Host Kingman Through five Years
Wrigley Field will be the home of slugger Dave Kingman for the next five years, as reported by the area desk. The deal secures Kingman with the team through a five year period, with details and implications to be discussed by the club and fans.
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