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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1976
Page
4
The piece notes retirement sadness for lawmakers and highlights pensions from about 11000 to 51000 dollars plus government contributions. It discusses calculation based on length of service and top three salary years and hints at possible salary raises in an election year.
The FAA warns travelers that carrying matches aboard planes can trigger serious fires. A match head could ignite another book, with baggage turbulence and a hair spray canister cited as ignition risks. Penalties reach up to 10 000 dollars, 25 000 with intent, and up to five years in prison.
Treasury Secretary William Simon confronts President Ford over alleged backroom intrigue led by Donald Rumsfeld. Simon cites a cabal threatening Ford’s candidacy and presidency, aided by adviser William Seidman, while denying vice presidential ambitions.
Ford supporters claim the Schweiker gambit failed to produce immediate delegate switches as Reagan eyes gains in Pennsylvania New Jersey and New York. The Mississippi count remains too close to call with Ford and Reagan each holding firm delegates amid a tense fight for the Republican nomination.
Democratic candidates see Jimmy Carter’s issues and anti Washington message as a boost in close races. South and marginal districts expect benefits from Carter yet liberal districts doubt the impact. Rep. Tim L Hall and Rep. Ron Rodger note Carter could help incumbents or brand GOP foes, while Burton warns gains depend on Carter's sustained support.
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