06 Dec 1970
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Newspaper
The Montana Standard
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1970
Page
1
Helena Montana miners may gain more leeway as a governor's committee studies a proposed reform of mined land reclamation. The draft framework appears weaker on conservation and public interest than current law, signaling a shift toward industry tolerance if enacted.
The citys largest taxi fleet owner refused to roll out cabs as 36000 drivers walked out clamoring for better terms. Unlicensed gypsy cabs filled the gaps charging 10 to 15 dollars while limousines picked up slack. Mediator Vincent McDonnell said bargaining will resume Sunday at 2 p.m. with drivers and union affiliates pushing for higher earnings aligned with transit workers.
State Bureau notes Tuesday corrections on Montana Open Cut Reclamation Act. It compares the proposed law to 1967 and 1969 coal mine reclamation statutes requiring contracts or permits. The draft aims to replace them with a contract based approach and broader land use goals including forestry seeding crops and recreation.
Spokane AP report from the Northwest Mining Association convention notes the first environmental session warning that industries with processes affecting the environment will face scrutiny in the 1970s. Gene M. Baker of The Bunker Hill Co. stresses environment includes surroundings and long term control beyond pollution.
Ford Motor Co and the United Auto Workers shifted into lengthy weekend negotiations on a 166 000 worker contract. Subcommittee talks covered insurance unemployment benefits pensions and other issues as leaders prepared for a main session Sunday.
Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield urged President Nixon to join with Democrats to curb inflation and unemployment. He warned without action the nation will suffer from political bickering. Senator Proxmire endorsed Nixon's steps to increase oil supply and called for a temporary wage and price freeze.
The Army plans to call a pathologist this week to determine the cause of death in the My Lai massacre case against Lt. William L. Calley Jr. The trial resumes after a weekend recess as prosecutors seek to conclude their case by Thursday.
A massive explosion at the Humble Oil Bayway Refineries in Linden New Jersey ignited tanks and sent a fireball over 1 000 feet high. Police switchboards in New York City were flooded with calls as crews battled the blaze. Nearby witnesses reported extensive damage and a strong blast rattled windows and buildings miles away.
Congressional investigators blast U S and South Vietnamese handling of refugee relief amid a deteriorating pacification program. The GAO cites shortfalls in facilities housing classrooms wells medical and sanitation and criticizes delayed distribution of aid at Thanh Tay camp.
A first person narration details a test shoplifting expedition at Belk's Charlotte. The narrator describes stealing various items including a napkin ring a table lighter a tablecloth and a mink cape valued up to 405 dollars while discussing security and penalties. The piece ends with the fur department and a shoplifter page continuation.
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