Debate night shapes up for Ford Carter clash
Ford and Carter prepare for a televised debate with a coin flip selecting the first question. Carter apologizes to Lady Bird Johnson for citing Lyndon B. Johnson as a model. Carter’s aides claim polls show him leading in key states, while Ford trails in others as press aides discuss debate dry runs.
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Trial date Monday for commissioners
Silver Bow County commissioners Ed Kennedy, Earle Holman and Bill Kennedy face a jury trial Monday in Butte district court on four counts of official misconduct tied to two contracts let to Dugdale Construction Co. of Butte. The men pleaded innocent and remain free on recognizance as Judge Freebourn considers suspending them if delays occur.
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Gary Winston
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Butte
Margaret Leary
Gordon Bennett
Helena
Montana Contractors Association
Dugdale
Safeway
John Sheehan
Viking probe shows water on Mars
Viking 2 orbiter data indicate Mars north polar icecap is water ice and that water flowed in ancient rivers. Scientists say this strengthens past life conditions theories but does not prove life. Heavy gases xenon krypton also detected, implying substantial surface water in the past.
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Nuclear initiative showdown heads to court ruling
In Helena AP report Judge Truman G Bradford voided Atty Gen Woodahls revised explanation of Initiative No 71 ruling the first version proper and that the second 100 word statement failed to meet requirements. Secretary of State Murray directed county clerks to reflect changes on ballots for the November vote.
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FDA bans Red No. 4 and carbon black colorants in foods
The FDA barred Red No. 4 and carbon black dyes from use in foods citing safety concerns. Red No. 4 may cause urinary bladder polyps and adrenal atrophy, while carbon black lacks a reliable cancer risk testing method. Stocks already made are not affected.
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Food and Drug Administration
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British upset Ann Landers in London shoe story
AP reports columnist Ann Landers warned Britain now shows indifference to private enterprise after a London shoe shop refused service to her. She cited $65 shoes and urged a return to enterprise while noting global problems including high divorce rates and rising alcohol abuse.
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Playboy interview not sought with Merrill Riddick
Merrill K. Riddick of Philipsburg, a self titled Puritan Epic and MHD Party candidate, says Playboy will not grant interviews despite his three calls to New York and Chicago. He says the publication declined as he praises topics like Montana energy water grazing jobs and schools over personal sexual fantasies. He funds his campaign mostly from his Social Security check.
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Playboy Magazine
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Playboy
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Montana Standard
Carter
Montana
Carter says Playboy interview won’t hurt campaign
Jimmy Carter told reporters he’s not sorry for granting Playboy the interview and doesn’t believe his remarks about lust and adultery hurt him. Mondale downplayed the interview, calling it not central to the campaign and stating Carter expressed a personal view. Carter also said he did not want a press conference that morning.
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Playboy Magazine
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Chicago
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Playboy
No pay raise blocked for Congress and officials
The House approved 299 to 4 a bill blocking October pay raises for members of Congress, federal judges, and top officials. The Senate followed with a voice vote sending the bill to President Ford. The measure also ends a 1 percent pension kicker tied to cost of living adjustments.
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Senate
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Associated Press
Better gas mileage for new car owners
The Environmental Protection Agency says 1977 model cars average 18.6 miles per gallon, about six percent better than 1976 models and 34 percent better than 1974 models. The EPA notes most 1977 models met the 1980 standard of 20 mpg, with 11 of 13 models and 7 manufacturers compliant.
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Washington
Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
Top mileage cars in 1980 EPA test reveal foreign models lead
EPA data show Ford and Chrysler failed the 1978 standard while seven makers met the 1980 target led by foreign brands. Volkswagen Rabbit tops at 44 mpg, with the Rabbit diesel and Toyota Corolla close behind. Mazda 808 and VW Dasher diesel also high, Chevrolet Chevette leading domestics.
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