Probers find vast Gulf gas reserves idle awaiting action
A federal investigative team reports hundreds of billions of cubic feet of gas in the Gulf of Mexico are readily producible and economically recoverable. The probe, led by Interior Secretary Andrus, cites Texaco Lighthouse Point, Tiger Shoals, Mobil Vermilion, Union South Marsh Island, and Superior West Cameron as major reservoirs. Officials warn much data remains confidential.
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Columbia Gas of Ohio to receive 4.3 billion cu ft gas aid
Local and wire reports say Columbia Gas of Ohio will obtain about 4.3 billion cubic feet of gas from its supplier, easing priority one residential demand for the rest of winter. PUCO awaits Columbia earnings figures and notes a potential impact on industry and commercial curtailments amid cold weather.
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Gasoline prices begin new climb this summer
Gasoline prices rose late last month and are expected to keep climbing through the summer. Crude oil and refinery labor costs increased this winter. The Federal Energy Administration eased rules on cost pass through. Regular and premium grades with lead rose about a half-cent per gallon recently, while unleaded rose over six tenths. Analysts forecast an additional about 3 cents per gallon on average this year, with unleaded costs rising most due to production and demand.
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Winter's coldest January since the Republic, says Weather Service
The National Weather Service reports this winter's chill in the eastern two thirds of the United States as the coldest since the nation’s founding. January averages in the East and Midwest set new records, with 3.1 degrees and 11.3 degrees respectively, while industrial production fell sharply in January, the largest drop in almost two years.
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Partly cloudy tonight with cool next day forecast
Partly cloudy tonight with lows near 5 degrees. Tomorrow morning will be cold then increasing clouds in the afternoon with highs around 20 to 25. There is a twenty percent chance of precipitation tonight and tomorrow. The high reached 18 at 2 15 p.m. yesterday and the low was 2 at 7 30 a.m. today. Details on Page C3.
Drop in summer storms may bring Ohio drought
United Press International reports that Ohio faces a potential drought due to fewer summer storms. Chief meteorologist Marvin Miller of the NWS Cleveland predicts above normal temperatures and below normal precipitation this summer, warning reservoirs and Lake Erie water levels are already low and cities like Fostoria lag in supplies.
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Mayor vetoes parking lot lease sparks council clash
Mayor Marguerite E Bowman vetoes the Feb 7 council vote authorizing a 1 year lease with Biyria Savings & Trust National Bank for a Court Street parking lot. The veto delays demolition of Turner Block and Old City Hall, while council plans to seek an override within 30 days. The city cites potential funding and revenue figures, with income from the lease projected at 13,384 after taxes.
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Amherst chief and ex-police charged with theft in office
Amherst police chief Arthur Koppenhafer and former Amherst officer Carol Ramstead face theft in office charges. Ramstead is accused of stealing 2,790 dollars from Amherst general fund between 1975 and 1976. Koppenhafer, cited for aiding the theft, faces a third degree felony with potential 1 to 10 years in jail. Both appeared for booking and were released on their own recognizance.
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Cleveland Barons Pay Schedule Secured After Crisis
The NHL will meet the January 31 payroll for the Cleveland Barons after President Clarence Campbell pressed owner Mel Swig to secure financial backing. A team source said payroll will be met, avoiding a free agent status for players within two weeks of payday, despite previous statements that the league had provided no further aid beyond its $85 million past investment.
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Freedom protest at statue draws punishment in Iran
Six Iranian students who raised banners against imprisonment agreed to pay 33 19 repair damage to a statue after scaling its 22 floor crown. Officials say no action will be taken against them. The crowd shouted Down with the Shah and Free the 7 as they damaged the Per an symbol, then marched away.
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