New radio service eyed by FCC sparks CB debate
The FCC considers a separate personal radio service using 900 MHz or 220 MHz bands to reduce TV interference and expand CB-like channels. ARRL urges 900 MHz for nondisplacing, isolated operations, with tests showing strong coverage and scalable, affordable equipment. Letters to Charlie Brown at The Chronicle Telegram invite comments.
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Rogers elected 36th president of Society of Illustrators
Warren Rogers, senior vice president and creative director of Compton Advertising, has been elected president of the Society of Illustrators for 1978-79. He succeeds Chuck McVicker and becomes the organization’s 36th leader.
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Warren Rogers
Society of Illustrators
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Compton Advertising
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Auto deaths reach 49,200 in 1977 rise over 1976
The Highway Users Federation reports 49,200 people died in U.S. traffic accidents in 1977, up 2,500 from 1976. The fatality rate edged up to 3.36 deaths per 100 million miles driven from 3.31, reversing a prior downward trend.
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United States
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IRA Pitfalls Highlighted By FTC Report And Mintz Alarm
Government scrutiny follows Mintz findings that sales commissions and fees erode principal in many IRAs sold by insurance firms. FTC report to Congress warns fixed payment annuities clash with ERISA goals, offering limited liquidity and penalties. IRS criticized for confusing Publication 590 and weak buyer protections.
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Knowlton Elected Head of Publishers Association
Knowlton, president and CEO of Harper & Row, was chosen chairman of the Association of American Publishers in New York. He succeeds Harold T. Miller, president and CEO of Houghton Mifflin Co.
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New York
Winthrop Knowlton
Harper & Row
Association of American Publishers
Harold T. Miller
Houghton Mifflin Co
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