Warning to U S Students at Tehran Embassy Mines Compound
Moslem students seizing the U S Embassy in Tehran claim they mined the entire compound amid fears of a U S military attack. Iranian armed forces increase ground air and sea activity as Ayatollah Khomeini issues a declaration.
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Retaliatory Action Is Predicted After Hostage Release
AP reporting that President Carter may take retaliatory steps against Iran after the Tehran embassy hostage release. Sen. Bennett Johnston says options include nonmilitary actions and stresses national honor ahead of hostages. Other officials urge restraint and caution on possible U.N. actions.
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Warner Opposes Gas Tax Hike and Urges Conservation
U S Senator John W. Warner told Shenandoah Valley Travel Association members he opposes a 50 cent federal tax per gallon and rejects mandatory fuel rationing. He urged voluntary conservation and adherence to 55 mph limits, noting travel industry needs accurate fuel information and praising SVTA members Teates and MacNeil for service.
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Carter Signs Bill To Aid Fuel Bills For Poor Americans
President Carter signed a 1.35 billion program to help millions of low income families cover heating costs this winter. Funds will be allocated largely by state governors under state plans awaiting approval with some checks expected in early January.
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Legislation triggers warmer winter aid for 600 area families
President Carter signs bill expanding relief to more than 600 area poor families this winter. Area News offers details on administration impact and local programs. Santa parade coverage appears on Area News with photos from the event.
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Retail Merchants Association
Consumer Prices Rise 1 Percent in October
Washington reports October CPI up 1 percent led by housing costs and rents. Gasoline and fuel oil increases slowed with energy prices easing. food costs rose 0.7 percent. Weekly earnings fell 1.1 percent after inflation adjustment.
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Mental Retardation Part I Childhood Horror Remains
In a three part series on mental retardation the article profiles David Mann and George Whitacre two men deinstitutionalized from Lynchburg Training School living in Winchester. The piece recounts abusive foster care, long years in institutions, and their struggle to adapt as they recall a troubled past and efforts to lead near normal lives.
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