Fines Hailed As Milestone In Kepone Pollution Case
In a landmark ruling EPA chief Russell Train lauded over 17 million dollars in penalties for Allied Chemical and Life Science Products tied to Kepone discharges into the James River. Allied faced 13.2 million and Life Science 3.8 million. two former Allied executives received 25 thousand dollar fines and five year probation.
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Life Science Products
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THEIC
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State Health Department
Gov. Mills Godwin
Chesapeake Bay
Kepone
Virginia
Carter Ford debate pressures amid foreign policy clash
Washington Star reports Carter faces tough test in second TV debate with Ford as he seeks to show leadership on foreign policy and economy. Ford counters with his own crisis baggage and vows on arms control and Helsinki issues while navigation of the Mayaguez affair and Butz scandal loom.
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GAO
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Europe
Henry A. Kissinger
Ford Administration
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Executive Congressional Commission
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White House
Associated Press
Ron Nelsen
Africa
Debate II Spotlight in San Francisco on Defense Split
The AP analyzes the Ford Carter clash over defense and foreign policy with sharp exchanges. Carter accuses Ford of weak leadership and Kissinger’s secret approach while Ford defends greater defense spending and peace through strength.
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Jimmy Carter
San Francisco
Ford
Carter
Thailand on the Brink as Minister Seizes Power in Riots
In Bangkok, defense minister Sangad Chalanya ousted the civilian government leading a reform council after deadly clashes between leftists and rightists. Police report at least 22 dead and 180 wounded, with up to 35 dead per unconfirmed estimates. Witnesses described student killings and arson as thousands gathered at government house and a university campus faced heavy gunfire. Prime Minister Seni Pramoj urged resignation if demands were unmet, while Thanom Kittikachorn’s return from exile fueled unrest and calls to purge what protesters called Communist ministers.
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Thailand
Thanom Kittikachorn
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Sangad
Thanom
Seni
Ford Strike Nearing End as UAW Votes on Accord
The 22 day walkout at Ford Motor Co. could end within a week to 10 days as 170,000 UAW members weigh a three year tentative contract. The deal includes 13 extra paid days off plus existing 33 holiday and vacation days, and requires ratification by the union's international board before final approval.
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Ford Motor Co
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Ford
UAW
Leonard Woodcock
International Executive Board
National
Ford Council
New Life for the Godfrey Miller Home
Our Town feature examines a fresh life for the Godfrey Miller residence as the town page notes. The Stephens City Town Council passed an ordinance restricting anyone under 18 after 11 PM, reported on page 19. Yard sales are highlighted on page 12.
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