Snow plagues Wabash Valley again on New Year’s Eve
Snow blanketed the Wabash Valley with 10 to 12 inches as roads remained slick and many drivers were stranded. In Owen County over 100 motorists halted north of Spencer, while Attica High School burned due to unknown causes. Police reported multiple road closures and busy highway crews clearing routes as night shelter opened for stranded motorists.
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Shortage to Deepen as Gasoline Lines Grow in January
An administration source warns motorists will face longer lines for less gasoline by late January and early February. He cites reduced production to eight to ten gallons per week per driver and dwindling U S stocks, with no more ships arriving. Federal energy chief William E Simon probes inventory practices and offshore oil tankers await price shifts as New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Connecticut begin investigations.
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Schoffstall Sworn In as Vigo County Treasurer
Democrat George Schoffstall begins a four year term as Vigo County treasurer after a Monday swearing in in Vigo Circuit Court. He plans to keep spring and fall tax installments at local banks and to maximize county investments. He names Wanda Miller as chief deputy and appoints a slate of deputies.
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Mary Lou Woods
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Helen Archer
Terre Haute
Forecast Winter Cold Grips Terre Haute and Vicinity
The National Weather Service reports a clear and very cold night with temperatures dropping to zero to five below and Tuesday highs in the low teens for Terre Haute and surrounding areas. Illinois sees zero to ten above tonight and mostly sunny, cold Tuesday with highs 15 to 20. Extended outlook shows continued fair, cold conditions Wednesday through Friday with lows from five to ten in the north and ten to fifteen in the south and highs in the teens to low thirties. Sunrise 8 10 a m Sunset 5 35 p m. The article also notes local officials Schoffstall and associates, the treasurer’s remodel, and a reception at the courthouse.
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Indiana
Illinois
Israeli Voters Guarded as Meir Votes in Historic Election
Israeli troops were on high alert as citizens voted in a pivotal election. Six thousand ballot boxes covered from the Golan Heights to the Suez Canal enclave while early turnout appeared light. Prime Minister Golda Meir voted near Jerusalem. soldiers on front lines cast ballots in sealed bags.
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Now You Know By United Press International
New Year's was celebrated on March 25 according to a United Press International note dated 1751.
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World Prepares For New Year Festivities 1974
Across the globe New Year celebrations were set to proceed amid inflation and fuel shortages. From Times Square to Trafalgar Square crowds were ready for traditional revelry with dimmed lights in New York and fountain plunges in London. East Berlin banned fireworks and charged up to 20 marks for overnight stays. In New Orleans thousands were expected at a Sug ar Bowl night event between Notre Dame and Alabama. Los Angeles anticipated restrictions on late partying due to police crackdowns on drunk driving and fuel concerns affecting the Rose Parade. Buenos Aires planned military observances as Peron presided over promotions. Chicago offered diverse celebrations from a Pump Room dinner to a Young Socialist Alliance gathering. Cleveland Mayor Ralph Perk promoted a massive New Year bash at Public Square. Parisians looked ahead to continued festivities.
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Nixon signs flood disaster insurance bill nationwide
President Nixon signed the 1973 Flood Disaster Protection Act allowing homeowners to buy up to 35 000 dollars and merchants up to 200 000 dollars in flood insurance at subsidized, reduced rates. The measure doubles previous ceilings and aims to speed disaster aid with direct indemnification. It also extends a 1969 emergency program for two more years while linking future federal aid to local flood loss reductions.
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Henry A. Kissinger
Washington
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