Carter marks 100 days in office with open style
President Carter marks his 100th day in office praising congressional cooperation and broad public support. He defends his open approach to policy debates while signaling plans for welfare reform and two high profile ambassadorial appointments. Rosalynn Carter underwent successful breast lump surgery at Bethesda and returned to the White House in good spirits.
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Australia
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Belgium
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Denim robe on judge signals fashion in court
Cincinnati judge Fred Cramer, 73, unveils a blue denim robe to replace the traditional black. He says the casual garment may appeal to younger people and foster openness in modern court discussions. The robe, designed by Beverly Ferguson, features a side loop for a gavel and two colorful D-ring ribbons.
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Carter OKs sugar aid for U S producers
President Carter plans to sign a sugar price support order to guarantee producers at least 13 cents per pound, easing domestic supply without greatly raising retail prices. Administration sources say the move aims to aid the sugar industry while limiting consumer impact.
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Perfect spring weekend forecast from the weather service
The National Weather Service at Hancock Field says temperatures will rise from near freezing to the mid 60s tomorrow and near 70 on Sunday with fair skies and light westerly winds. A sub freezing morning tied a 1949 date record at 27 degrees.
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First Lady Ro salynn Carter Recovers From Breast Lump Surgery
First Lady Ro salynn Carter, 49, is recovering well after surgery to remove a noncancerous breast lump. Press secretary Mary Hoyt said she felt fine and resumed a busy schedule including a Spanish lesson and greeting mentally retarded children at the White House.
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Confidential sex survey at local high school sparks debate
A confidential sex life survey of about 850 General Brown High School students in Brownville will not be released. Health official Chris Brown calls the project controversial and unavailable for public analysis. Principal Heard cites privacy concerns and local uproar while noting some support for addressing teen pregnancy. State data show high teen pregnancy rates in Jefferson County and statewide in 1975.
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Insulation tax break shelved in energy tax debate
The Senate delayed the home insulation tax credit while advancing the first part of Carter's energy plan, approving a $30 million annual tax break for independent oil drillers. Amendments favored business, with two poultry firms in Arkansas and Maine to share over $1 million and another $700 million proposal to spur hiring in high unemployment areas. The full tax bill aims to raise standard deductions, offering an average $121 yearly cut for 47 million individuals and couples.
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Order curtails benzene exposure in workplaces nationwide
Labor Department issued an emergency order due to new medical evidence that benzene can cause leukemia. Effective May 21, it limits exposure to one part per million over eight hours for about 150000 workers in 1208 plants, requires exposure measurement, PPE, training, surveillance, and strict record keeping.
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Index signals better economy in March rise
The Index of Leading Economic Indicators rose 1.4 percent in March, the largest gain in 20 months, signaling improving economic activity. Economist Feliks Tarnm called the increase pretty good and an encouraging sign with no expected decline.
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Privacy group urges voluntary curb on selling mailing lists
The Privacy Protection Study Commission urges the direct mail industry to set voluntary guidelines to prevent selling lists with names and labels without consent. Commission chair Davie F. Linowes warns of First Amendment limits and notes forms already let people opt out.
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Con Ed rate hike trimmed by PSC in New York
Consolidated Edison was approved for a 1.9 percent annual electric rate increase, far below its 10.4 percent request. The PSC voted 6-0 to grant a $45.4 million hike effective once rate schedules are approved.
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