ERA Rejection in Virginia Senate Ends ERA Ratification Bid
In Richmond on Thursday the Virginia Senate defeated the Equal Rights Amendment with a 20 to 18 vote after Lt. Gov. John N. Dalton ruled 21 votes were needed. Sen A Joe Canada Jr. switched to oppose ERA, while Sen William A Truban stuck with the minority. Capitol crowds and traffic chaos marked the debate as House actions continued on charter revisions and education and road funding measures.
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City Home Damaged by Fire In Cold Weather Warning
A house at 1701 S Loudoun St suffered substantial damage from a fire likely starting in an oil furnace. Fire officials report no occupants were home. With sub zero forecast, the department plans extra volunteers and revised run procedures to prevent further heating related fires. Homeowners are urged to inspect heating systems and call fire forces at first trouble.
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Evans Casts Critical Eye on Carter's Young Administration
Journalist Roland Evans, writing with Robert D. Novak, harshly questions Jimmy Carter's early presidency focusing on symbolism versus substance. He doubts deficit reduction, warns on cabinet stance, and says Carter is a blank page on foreign policy while urging close scrutiny.
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The $2 bill
The $2 bill has stalled in circulation with banks and retailers showing little demand. Merchants say customers rarely request twos, with some confusing or misplacing the odd note. Officials note ongoing efforts to promote usage while collectors eye the currency’s novelty.
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Front Royal Town Hall
Planners Put Off Action on Diamond
The Winchester Planning Commission postponed action on a lighted baseball field, awaiting word from the Parks Board and Shenandoah College. Council asked for four points: alternative site feasibility with Senseng Road, financing, college needs in Millwood, and other sites. Next month’s meeting will discuss. officers were elected. Wage and social security reports for household workers are due Jan 31, 1977 with 5.85 percent contributions and matching employer tax.
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