Call for Coherent Energy Program Has New Emphasis
President Carter in a fireside chat pushes a permanent energy strategy, stressing conservation, coal, solar, and safe atomic energy. He plans a comprehensive program to Congress on April 20 and seeks a new department of energy while promising no sacrifice of living standards.
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Byrd backs Carter energy plan and conservation call
Virginia Senator Harry F. Byrd Jr. endorsed President Carter’s energy conservation appeal from the fireside chat and voiced support for a new Department of Energy once proposed. He praised voluntary conservation and noted the energy shortage is persistent while approving White House staff cuts and a federal employment ceiling.
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Bitter Winter Strains Nations Gas Supply and Jobs
The bitter 1977 winter worsened fuel shortages with layoffs spreading into New England while Ohio and western New York saw relief from calm weather. A new snowstorm headed toward the Great Lakes as 75 people died and 2 million workless. President Carter signed emergency gas power to move gas interstate and aid supplies.
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Pig the Groundhog Makes the Good Life Look Easy
The Thomp son family keeps Pig the groundhog as a pet on South Braddock Street. He naps with Chuck, chases Sarge, and dines on pellets and honey buns. The piece notes Groundhog Day antics and Pig’s bemused view of the ritual and media glare.
Area lay-offs mount as gas ban hits Virginia plants
An area wide natural gas ban limits usage to human needs and triggers layoffs at Abex Crown Cork & Seal General Motors Corning Glass Martinsburg and Howell Metals in New Market. About 350 workers total are laid off with further cuts possible depending on fuel backups and ban duration.
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Virginia
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Corning Glass
Howell Metals
General Motors Today
Reforms Clash Over Upper Income Tax Rebates
Washington committee hearings show moves to cut or nix $50 per person rebates for families earning above $20,000 to $25,000 as part of Carter’s economic package. Support grows for a jobs tax credit while administration opponents keep a muted stance.
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Charles A. Vanik
D-Ohio
Ford
William A. Steiger
R-Wis
Wayside Theatre Faces Financial Threat
The future of Wayside Theatre is threatened financially in a story and photo arc on Area News Page 11. The report notes funding pressures and community concerns affecting the venue’s viability.
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