21 Apr 1977
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1977
Page
1
Prices rose six tenths of a per cent in March, slower than January and February, with smaller increases in food and other commodities. The Labor Department noted higher costs for gas, fuel, and services, while fresh produce edged up or fell in price, and overall inflation remained stronger than the long term goal.
Washington AP chief daylight saving sponsor Rep. Fred B Rooney says adding another month to six months is unlikely due to opposition in western states. He notes sunrise delays in Western time zones and concerns from parents and farmers. His bill would shift start to the third Sunday in March and end on the third Sunday in October.
President Carter seeks a broad energy program with gas tax and auto taxes to curb consumption. Lawmakers split along party lines with heavy criticism of a standby gas tax and oil pricing reforms, while praise focuses on conservation incentives and rebates.
City councilman William Shendow outlines a proposed Winchester Housing Code that would mandate ongoing maintenance of plumbing electrical and general building facilities after initial inspections. A public hearing is set for tonight at 7 30 p m in the circuit courtroom Rouss City Hall.
Associated Press reports Virginia voices vary on Carter energy proposals. SCC Chairman Preston Shannon calls the plan courageous and overdue, while other officials including Rep. J Kenneth Robinson warn of congressional and public resistance. He questions funding tax schemes and direct aid without boosting energy supplies.
Shenandoah Gas Co a Washington Gas Light Co subsidiary is among four Virginia distributors under SCC scrutiny for possible winter windfalls. General manager Carl Fryling says they have filed sales returns and profits and note 30 percent below budgeted sales due to a warm March. The SCC requested further investigation into profit records amid the cold season profits debate.
A four page Star pullout celebrates National Library Week with features on libraries and librarians in the Winchester Frederick Clarke Warren area. Details and photos showcase regional library services and notable staff.
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