Senate Cautious On SALT II Prospects
Washington reports Secretary of State Vance returned from Moscow with a cautious sense of progress toward a strategic arms treaty with the Soviet Union. Senate skepticism grows after the Panama vote, with Byrd warning of intense debates and potential opposition to any pact requiring two thirds approval.
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Carter pushes tax reform despite Senate warnings
President Carter places tax reform on top priority after Capitol Hill pressure. Senate and Ways and Means members oppose extensive changes, warning it may endanger tax reductions and provoke political defeat. The fight exposes tensions within the administration over detente with the Soviet bloc and foreign policy risks.
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Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival warms Winchester presale rally
Festival leaders marshal nearly 2,000 volunteers into 17 committees for the 51st Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival. About 250,000 visitors are expected to attend four days of parades pageants and parties as Queen Gigi Garner and her Court lead the celebration of spring hospitality and valley beauty.
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Vote for Bill Keyton and Donald E Smallwood for City Council
Open letters urge May 2 election votes in North Ward Winchester and endorse Bill Keyton for his six year record of service and fiscal prudence while backing Donald E Smallwood for his integrity public service on the city council. both letters highlight community youth, recreation, and tax concerns.
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Vote for Mary Whittle for Editor on May 2
Claude B Smalts Jr urges voters to support Mary Whittle as editor on May 2, claiming she will ensure continued good government. The letter appears to advocate a local civic post.
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Senate warns Carter on SALT II as security tests loom
Senate leaders warn President Carter that any SALT II agreement must clearly protect U S security. Majority Leader Byrd says a bad pact would be worse than none at all and vows rigorous scrutiny. The fight mirrors opposition to arms limits on ICBMs and MIRVs and hinges on Soviet advantage concerns.
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Sleeper bill would pay public groups to partake in federal proceedings
Washington notes warn Senator Kennedy's S. 270 would authorize federal funds to cover attorneys fees travel costs and other expenses for any group or individual deemed unable to participate effectively in agency proceedings. Critics call it a gravy train for special interests, risk creating bias in rule making and licensing.
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