Carter seeks broad support for energy plan ahead of August recess
President Carter appeals to House and Senate leaders for bipartisan backing of his energy proposals and the windfall profits tax. While Brademas voices optimism for oil taxes and a gasoline rationing plan, some Republicans oppose aspects such as the windfall tax and an Energy Security Corporation. Senate leaders signal mixed enthusiasm as the House poised to act before August 4 recess.
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Major Natural Gas Discovery Near Keyser
Columbia Gas Transmission Corp reports a major natural gas discovery in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. Preliminary tests on two new wells three miles south of Keyser in Mineral County indicate significant gas reserves within the Eastern Overthrust Belt, with exact extent pending further tests.
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Nation faces muggy days with less cool air
The nation moves into a energy saving push as Carter orders thermostats lowered for nine months amid 100 degree heat in Oregon and 87 in New York City. Violators face up to ten thousand dollar fines and public cooperation is urged as Maine officials consider unplugging systems to comply.
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Somoza resigns and flees to Florida ending dictatorship
President Anastasio Somoza resigned early today and flew to Florida in a private jet to end 42 years of family rule. Francisco Urquizo was elected to lead Nicaragua's lower house as a provisional step until a Sandinista junta arrives.
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Nine Nation Assembly Meets For First Time
The first popularly elected European Parliament began its inaugural session in Strasbourg with Simone Veil positioned as likely president. Veil faces Italian Socialist Mario Zagari while protests outside focus on abortion rights and currency calls pervade the debate.
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Dalton Declares Virginia Flood Emergency in Buchanan County
Gov. John Dalton declared an emergency in flood ravaged Buchanan County and ordered state relief measures. He cited two deaths, damaged homes, roads, and water facilities from Sunday rains and said federal disaster aid is a strong possibility. Virginia National Guard water support and emergency shelters are in place as crews repair damaged secondary roads.
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Doctors and Private Lives explored in Our Town feature
The weekly Our Town section discusses how doctors balance public duties with private life. The piece examines social expectations, professional privacy, and the impact on patient trust.
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