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Newspaper
The Gazette
Location
Medina, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1979
Page
9
UPI reports the dollar's fate in 1979 hinges on U S inflation. Traders from Germany, Britain, and France weigh administration policy and Federal Reserve action while predicting a volatile market and uneven gains.
Washington AP I reports a Carter administration reorganization could weaken the Agriculture Department. An OMB study urged a Food and Agriculture Department with added duties, while another plan would move some functions to a new Natural Resources Department. Lawmakers oppose any shift that hinders food production growth. The report notes splitting DFA between two deputy secretaries for farm and consumer roles.
The World reports the birth of a boy, the third test tube baby, in Glasgow Scotland. It notes he is the first male conceived outside the womb and marks the second successful birth for gynecologist Patrick Steptoe and physiologist Robert Edwards. An earlier birth in India in October is also referenced.
U S Representative Donald Pease introduces a two step plan to allow discharge retirement or censure of federal judges for violations of good behavior or disability. Supreme Court justices are exempt. A seven member commission probes complaints and a three judge court decides actions. The bill goes to the House Judiciary Committee.
Gov. James A. Rhodes directs legislation to remove politics from the lottery and tighten management. A Rhodes aide, Richard Krabach, recommends tying contracts and hiring to state procedures, civil service protection for workers, strict bid processes, and giving the director hiring power over the commission.
Diesels surge in popularity as GM, VW, Mercedes, and Peugeot report sharp sales gains in 1978 and early 1979. Dealers cite high fuel efficiency—41 city/55 highway for VW Rabbit—low maintenance, and strong resale value, with prices often premium but buyers eager for savings.
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