Demand for big cars fades as industry shifts to efficiency
Detroit reports strong demand for large cars persists but trends push smaller lighter models. By 1985 average new cars may be compact size with 25 mpg, while fuel economy rules and Carter tax proposals push downsizing, diesels, and new engine tech amid debates on rebates and penalties.
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Localities Seek New Revenue as Virginia Budget Grows Tight
Del. Carrington Williams says localities face a deep financial bind as House Finance Committee probes revenue options. Petersburg City Manager William Cook cites cuts to staff and services to bridge gaps beyond property tax limits. Mecklenburg Treasurer J Robert Gregory warns of rising property taxes and urges state aid or pricing flexibility for local programs.
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Clarke
Norfolk
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Hirst
Roof Falls Kill Nine West Virginia Miners This Year
State Mines Director Walter Miller says nine of 14 miners killed in West Virginia mines this year died in roof collapses. He reports inspectors reassigned to address roof falls and notes violations in every fatal incident. County officials urge broader local tax resources to fund growth and services.
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Walter Miller
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