Oil-state senators clash over windfall tax amendment
Senators from oil producing states oppose a 74 percent tax on future price increases of new oil and push to block the amendment. The measure would cost the oil industry about 225 billion over ten years, while Senate and House versions differ on total impact. Critics say the Senate move waters down the tax and President Carter must act to protect consumers.
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Carter Delivers Calm Message on Iran Hostage Crisis
President Carter, facing the Iran hostage crisis, spoke of his burden during a 53rd news conference. He said he is doing all he can to secure the release of 49 Americans held in Tehran, while restricting political activity and urging national unity. He described his focus on the students, embassy visas, and the evolving crisis as he plans to announce a second-term bid.
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Tanker Fire Allowed to Burn Itself Out After Collision
A tanker involved in a collision is permitted to burn out naturally while the salvage crew confirms no immediate danger. Two BTAD crew members died in the crash and are reported by UPI.
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Elyria Schools Debate Affirmative Action Program Draft
Elyria board discussed a draft affirmative action plan with no immediate action expected before January. NAACP charges of racial discrimination and imbalanced enrollments cited. 1977 figures contrasted with current data after junior high closures and ninth graders' reassignment. Minority share about 20 percent overall with school by school percentages listed.
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Carter's restraint praised by local leaders on Iran crisis
Local officials split on President Carter as Elyria figures praise his restraint while urging firm actions. Some say conditions and diplomacy are needed, others argue for stronger measures. Voters stress safe release of 49 detainees and clear public communication. Local Dem chair Vic Stewart backs cautious pressure.
Spokane audience eyes private Iran expedition
About 70 people gathered at the Holiday Inn in Spokane to hear George Bible discuss a private expeditionary force to free the 49 U.S. hostages in Iran. Bible urged action but stopped short of recruiting or naming organizers, citing possible federal penalties and limited public details. The crowd mixed in its views, with some backing diplomacy and others pressing for direct measures.
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Iran Sues Shah Jet Standing by at JFK
The Pahlavi Foundation is accused in a lawsuit of misappropriating assets valued at about 265 billion dollars and diverting another 10 billion dollars in 1978 and 1979. The suit seeks triple damages totaling 56.5 billion and an accounting of foundation funds from current and prior regimes. Spokesmen for the shah declined comment. The suit, filed by Paul O Prever and James Abourezk teams, cites Iranian government figures.
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Ambassadors Kidnapped as El Salvador Protests Rise
Unidentified gunmen abducted South African Ambassador Archibald Gardner Dunn near his San Salvador embassy amid rising leftist protests against junta reforms. Leftist groups plan a large women’s march downtown, while responsibility for the kidnapping remains unclaimed. In Miami, Bay of Pigs veterans and anti Castro groups report a surge in membership and activity reflecting renewed Cold War tensions.
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54 Arrested in South Korea Dissident Crackdown
Martial law authorities arrested 54 youths in Seoul after a late Tuesday night raid on a National Council of Christian Churches gathering, labeling it an unauthorized political assembly. Troops were summoned as the group resisted, and all detainees were taken in shortly after midnight with no injuries reported.
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Great Lakes freighter Frontenac reaches Duluth for repairs
Ohio brief notes the 603 foot Frontenac docked in Duluth after running aground near Silver Bay while en route to Reserve Mining Co. docks to load taconite. Snow squalls 6 to 12 foot seas hindered the 50 mile voyage with tugs and a sister ship aiding the return to harbor.
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