New Voices Reach Ways and Means on Energy Policy
The House Ways and Means Committee with a 2-1 Democratic majority broadens access to critics like Common Cause and Ralph Nader, challenging oil industry influence. Liberal groups push for energy taxes and quotas while oil firms seek open dialogue and grassroots credibility as the open-session hearings begin.
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Washington
House
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Common Cause
Ralph Nader
al Ullman
Nader
Frank Ikard
The
American Petroleum Institute
Abner J. Mikva
Wilbur Mills
Mills
United States
Skard
Inflation Fears Rise Over 1977 Recession Risks
Analysts debate whether inflation could rebound despite cooling prices and a nearing bottom to the current slump. Some warn of a double‑digit inflation wave within two years, risking another recession by late 1977, amid wage talks and election‑driven policy pressure.
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Tilford Gaines
Manufacturing Hanover Trust Co
New York
Wall Street Journal
Teamsters
Congress
White House
Ford
Air Safety Reforms Move Ahead Under Coleman Order
Transportation Secretary William T. Coleman orders the FAA to implement 19 proposed air safety reforms within 45 days. The plan includes unannounced cockpit recordings checks to measure pilot performance, despite foreseen hostility. Public safety is the driving goal and FAA reorganization is part of the effort.
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Transportation
William T. Coleman
Coleman
Federal Aviation Administration
Congress
FAA
Cyprus talks hint at possible peaceful path to deadlock
The latest round of Vienna discussions among Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots, aided by U.S. diplomats, suggests a calmer atmosphere and potential compromises. Talks cover demilitarization, oil wealth sharing, and a Brussels summit, with Greece and Turkey seeking private avenues to test concessions.
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Paris
Cyprus
United States
Arthur Hartman
William Eagleton
South Europe
U.S
Jack Kubisch
Athens
William Macomber
Ankara
Greece
Hartman-Eagleton
Vienna
Eagleton
Aegean
Anatolia
Brussels
North Atlantic Alliance
Caramanlis
Demirel
Turkey
Dodecanese
Italy
Turish
Rhodes
Washington
Hague World Court
NATO
New York Times News Service
Blah Virginia Spring Fails to Impress in Kilpatrick Note
James J. Kilpatrick laments a dull Virginia spring in Rappahannock County noting cold storms in March and April winds that toppled TV antennas and tore roofs. The piece contrasts legendary springs with current sluggish weather while detailing blooming wildflowers, wildlife, and Kilpatrick’s bemused reflections.
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Scrabble
Billy the Kid
Rappahannock County
Virginia
Blue Ridge
South Carolina
St. Patrick’s
U.S. House of Representatives
U.S. Senate
James Wood FFA Sweepstakes Float praised after Apple Blossom win
Letters praise the James Wood Chapter FFA for its Sweepstakes Award winning float in the 48th Apple Blossom Festival Grand Feature Parade. Authors note parade disruption reduced coverage, commend festival coverage, and urge better Mall souvenir vendor selection for next year.
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the Star
James Wood
F.F.A
United States
Buckeye Potts shines in 1965 Star Files relay report
From the Star Files 1965 Buckeye Potts ran a strong leg on the winning 880 relay squad and placed third in the low hurdles. Potts, a sophomore, was on the All Area Football squad in 1964. A sheep shearing school was held for two days near Front Royal at the Beef Cattle Research Center.
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Potts
FFA
Front Royal
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