Ford mulls debate with Carter as campaign strategy
White House aides say Ford has not ruled out a future challenge in a televised debate with Jimmy Carter. Some officials expect him to issue a debate invitation in a convention acceptance address, while senior advisers favor avoiding debates to protect the incumbent. Ford aides note his confidence in handling Carter on air but warn Carter's rhetoric could challenge him.
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Montana candidates admit tax filing gaps in race
Helena AP report says two Montana candidates for high court and district judge admitted not filing state or federal income tax returns for 1973 74 and 75. IRS checks hundreds of officials amid fallout. Isolated thundershowers forecast with highs near 75 and 40.
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FBI Chief Vows Housecleaning After Burglary Allegations
FBI Director Clarence M. Kelley says he cannot deny agents or informers have burgled but insists such acts may not be charged if ordered from above. He cites morale fear and says reforms include shifting domestic investigations to the General Investigative Division. A Wichita sniper incident ends with two dead and seven wounded before police capture Michael Soles.
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Philipsburg school audit may be needed for missing $34000
A state audit may be required to locate $34 000 missing from Philipsburg elementary school cash reserve fund for 1975 76. District Superintendent Carl McCallum says the county fell short of funds and current reserves cannot cover one month of operations. He notes payments, county apportionment, and high school shortfalls contributing to the deficit and says investigations are ongoing with county officials.
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City officials study new transit system
The Mining City faces a year and a half wait before a subsidized city transit system may begin, pending voter support. Butte Bus Lines received PSC approval to shut down after Tuesday’s closure, with much equipment already moving for sale. The PSC allowed sale of the transportation permit. no buyer yet for city service.
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Picnic area hot seats as outhouse burns near Nine Mile
Thompson Park picnickers faced a dangerous wait when a women's outhouse burned near the Nine Mile. Firefighters arrived to find the building and contents destroyed and still smoking. A city payloader in the area had extinguished the blaze with sand. Cause unknown.
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Deer Lodge booster club aims to save district activities
A Deer Lodge citizen group forms a booster club to fund Powell County High School extracurriculars cut after voters rejected a special levy. About 50 people met with trustees to raise 15000 dollars to reinstate fall sports and other activities, with plans for year-long booster tickets and future fundraising.
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