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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Oct 18, 1978

Page

3

71 Year Old Gravediggers Hang Up Their Shovels

In Homer Illinois twin brothers Jack and Tom Bear retire after 21 years at Grand Army of the Republic Cemetery. They dug about 600 graves since 1957 and recall earning $30 per grave now up to $75. They say their work ensured timely graves and solemn funerals.

Homer, Ill Jack Tom Bear Bears Grand Army of the Republic

Energy Program Highlights

Washington AP at a glance outlines Congress energy plan aims. Natural gas prices rise about 10 percent annually to 1985 before bids are removed from most gas. conservation credits offer 15 percent back on up to 2000 for insulation and energy equipment. solar credits total 2200 with 30 percent on first 2000 and 20 percent on next 8000. Auto tax targets less efficient cars, 1980 models under 15 mpg, rising to 23.5 mpg by 1986 with payments up to 3850. New efficiency standards for appliances, home insulation help, financing for improvements. shift from oil/gas to coal in some industries. expedited pipelines from Alaska to lower 48 and West Coast to Northern Tier.

Washington Congress Carter Alaska Canada

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