Manhattan Blackout Strands City as Transit Fights Delays
The blackout paralyzed New York with millions affected as subway and bus service limped along while bridges and tunnels backed up. Con Edison faced sharp criticism as Beame called for a federal disaster aid review and the city prepared hearings. Transit officials reported near normal subway operations but Grand Central delays lingered due to flooded tracks.
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Cops and looters clash as tense Brooklyn scenes unfold
Reporters describe unrest on Utica Avenue and Union Street where warned residents heard screams and saw masked looters. A West Indian boy was beaten by officers amid a crowd claim of heavy force. A neighbor described gathering stolen baby clothes. The article notes a feverish rise in stealing through the Brooklyn poor since May.
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Billion-dollar blackout looting hits New York City
Insurance executives estimate looting losses could reach one billion dollars after a massive power outage. Shops across high crime areas were gutted of cars, furniture, electronics, and handbags while residents described a surge of theft as daytime returned, with youths and others taking advantage of the chaos.
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Extension office seeks funds to keep 4 H alive locally
Extension office urges commissioners to fund 4 H to avoid closing the local office. McConnell warns that without near 1978 level appropriation the program may be cut next year. He notes fixed office expenses and trimmed variables while Frey could be laid off saving 11040 dollars.
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Record Smog Hits Cincinnati Amid Heat Wave
Cincinnati endured record air pollution with a 236 reading at 3 p.m. EDT, while heat pounded the city. Gov. Rhodes had not issued a formal smog alert though officials urged EPA involvement, arguing auto emissions drive most pollution and alerts could complicate industry discharges.
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City crime reports show 6 percent rise in first quarter
Police captain Bryan says monthly crime reports help identify when and where crimes occur by area and time. The program Crime Alert aims to raise public awareness and improve tip line reports for quicker responses. Homicides total five in Q1, assaults up to 43, robberies 27 this year versus 17 in 1976.
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Mayor predicts banks will renew city loans
Mayor Marguerite E Bowman said she is encouraged by a favorable reception from local banks to the city plan to renew several million dollars in notes coming due this year. A private bankers’ meeting discussed renewing the notes with decisions expected soon. Banks named include Elyria Savings Trust Lorain County Savings Trust Lorain National Bank First National Elyria and First Lorain Trust.
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Central Security Bank reports 1977 half-year earnings rise
Central Security National Bank of Lorain County posts first half 1977 income of 293 415 dollars or 2 01 dollars per share and net income of 466 038 dollars or 2 32 per share. Equity grows 1 066 902 dollars or 193 percent from 1976 to 1977 aided by earnings retention and note conversions. Bank plans a holding company structure under Central Bancorporation.
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Wall St opens higher after New York holiday
Wall Street opened higher on New York Stock Exchange trading after a one day holiday caused by the power crisis in New York City. The Dow Jones average rose about 0.93 to around 90,392 after slipping 0.42 on Wednesday. Early gains led advances over declines 124 to 82 among about 330 issues trading.
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Ohio House OKs school meditation
In Columbus the Ohio House approved a bill for up to one minute of daily silence in public schools for prayer or meditation by a vote of 65 to 27. Sponsor Bale Locker D Anna argued it protects free thought while opponents said it mixes religion with government.
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Sohio ends six year dealer dispute with decree
A consent decree between Standard Oil Co. Ohio and the FTC ends a six year dispute with Sohio dealers. It bans exclusive selling of tires batteries and accessories and offers new dealerships lease options for three to five years. James V Cresente of the Northern Ohio Retailers Association called the agreement a victory after a long battle.
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Victor merger approved by stockholders at annual meeting
Victor Comptometer Corp stockholders approved a merger into Walter Kidde & Co at the annual meeting with 4 121 856 common and preferred shares for and 579 128 opposed. Kidde estimates the deal worth 65 to 75 million. Elyria Worthington Ball plant of Victor makes golf equipment.
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End to tipping may leave workers short changed
Washington Democrats proposed phasing out the tip exemption for hotel and restaurant workers as part of a plan to raise the minimum wage by 35 cents to 2.65 with automatic future boosts. The measure, backed by Rep. Phillip Burton, faces hotel and restaurant groups warning of higher costs and possible mandatory service charges. The House Labor Committee aimed to report by July 27 with a Jan 1 1983 target to end the exemption.
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