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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1977
Page
3
President Carter calls for an end to nuclear testing and promises to report progress within weeks. He defends the economic stimulus plan, noting possible Congress accommodation if conditions shift, and warns drastic Congressional changes could delay benefits. He seeks tighter arms sales controls and direct presidential approvals. Mondale to press allies on curbing arms exports.
Governor Rhodes urged voluntary steps to curb energy use as utilities warn shortages may force more shutdowns. Schools to 65 degrees, industry limits, and 40 hour work weeks proposed. state to monitor meters while considering a mandatory order if cooperation fails. Energy emergency center set to coordinate actions and future legislation planned.
Senate President Pro Tempore Oliver Ocasek and House Speaker Vernal G. Riffe Jr called all 132 lawmakers back to Columbus for a 1 a.m. special session to discuss resolutions on the energy emergency declared by Gov. James Rhodes. Energy committees in both chambers were to be briefed tomorrow.
Bargainers for 7700 United Auto Workers at two General Motors Chevrolet plants in Saginaw Michigan agreed to extend the strike deadline to Thursday. The move came after 8650 workers at GM's Saginaw Steering Gear Division ratified a new pact, ending a potential walkout that began last Thursday.
Former Israeli Defense Minister Moshe Dayan told reporters that peace prospects in the Middle East look brighter than since 1948 with Arabs seeking a resumption of negotiations in Geneva. He cautioned trust is uncertain and said a conference could occur in late summer, possibly signaling an end to the state of war rather than full diplomatic peace.
Soviet 1976 industrial output rose 4.8 percent, above plan but well short of 1975’s and 1876’s rates. Heavy industry up 5.5 percent, light industry 3 percent. steel 145 million tons, oil 520 million tons. Growth blamed on Harvest disaster and quality emphasis. labor productivity up 3.3 percent.
Lawmakers pressed for evidence of a natural gas crisis as energy talks opened. Officials debated closing schools and restricting commerce, while critics questioned urgency and motives. Aide statements emphasized the seriousness and potential need for action beyond words.
Malpractice claims are declining as product liability cases dominate the docket. A Cook County study shows average awards from 1970 to 1975 exceeding $200,000, sparking insurer losses and premium hikes. From 1969 to 1973 premiums jumped 1534 percent, while payouts rose and total losses grew 279 percent.
University of Colorado sociologist Tomas Martinez says the United States faces a gambling epidemic with four to sixteen million compulsive gamblers. He compares gambling addiction to alcohol and drugs, noting wide social reach, hints at government policy lag, and warns of consequences such as job loss, jail, family breakdown, and attempted suicide.
In Elyria and other towns officials meet with Columbia Gas after Gov Rhodes requests emergency planning. Mayors Marguerite Bowman Joseph Zahorec Charles Stuart Henry Reese say talks will set steps for cutbacks and conserve gas. Schools plan to share attorney costs for PUCO hearing on a 10 to 30 percent curtailment in usage.
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