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Conservation Bill Gains Traction in Missouri Special Session
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Missouri Governor Joseph Teasdale indicates the special session to promote a conservation bill went well. Teasdale states some unfinished business will need to be addressed at a later date.
Date: 1977
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Alexander Advocates for Eliminating Mandatory Retirement for Seniors Aged Fifty
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U.S. Representative Bill Alexander advocates for eliminating mandatory retirement for seniors aged fifty.
Date: 1977
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Representative Thornton Speaks About Several Policy Issues
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U.S. Representative Ray Thornton speaks to KAIT8 reporter regarding several policy issues. These include the energy policies, agricultural research and bills, President Jimmy Carter's welfare program, the Panama Canal treaty, South Korea bribery scandal, and Thornton's political future.
Date: 1977
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Eagleton and Burlison Attend Energy Public Hearing in Sikeston
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U.S. Senator Tom Eagleton and U.S. Representative Bill Burlison attend a public hearing on energy in Sikeston, Missouri. Eagleton talks about the energy crisis and his support for President Jimmy Carter's 122 facets. Burlison discusses the need to be ready should a war break out in the Middle East.
Date: 1977
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Lt. Governor Purcell Discusses His Support for a State Constitutional Convention
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Arkansas Lieutenant Governor Joe Purcell holds a press conference on his support for a new state constitution and the need for the state legislators to pass a bill to hold a convention.
Date: 1977
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Representative Alexander Talks About His Support for the Neutron Bomb
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U.S. Representative Bill Alexander speaks with reporters concerning his support for the neutron bomb, indicating it is necessary to maintain peace.
Date: 1977
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Representatives Tucker and Thornton speak at Fourth of July event
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Representatives Jim Guy Tucker and Ray Thornton speak to people at a Fourth of July event. Representative Tucker wants to protect Social Security. Representative Thornton wants to develop the Cache River to prevent flooding and to protect wildlife.
Date: 1977
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Representative Burlison on House Public Works Bill
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KAIT8 reporter interviews U.S. Representative Bill Burlison on a House public works bill and hoping its contents are retained in the Senate bill.
Date: 1977
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Representative Alexander Overwhelmed by Landslide Victory
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U.S. Representative Bill Alexander is overwhelmed by his landslide victory against Republican candidate, Bo Holleman.
Date: 1976
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Kathy Miller Comments on the Craighead County Voter Turnout
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KAIT8 Reporter Kathy Miller comments on the healthy line of voters trails out of the polling station behind her, proving that there is active voting in Craighead County despite predictions to the contrary.
Date: 1976
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Residents Vote in the General Collection
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Residents vote in the general election at the Craighead County Courthouse.
Date: 1976
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Sixth Graders Participate in a Mock Presidential Election
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Sixth graders hold a mock presidential election between Jimmy Carter and President Gerald Ford.
Date: 1976
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Kathy Miller Addresses Representative Alexander's Challenger, Bo Holleman
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KAIT8 Reporter Kathy Miller gives a statement regarding the claim that U.S. Representative Bill Alexander is being challenged by Republican candidate, Bo Holleman.
Date: 1976
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Chairman Boyce Defends Amendment 59
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Chairman of Arkansas for Progress Sam Boyce combats rumors that the proposed Amendment 59 threatens the right for people to worship where they please.
Date: 1976
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Senator Bumpers Discusses the 1976 Presidential Election
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U.S. Senator Dale Bumpers discusses the presidential election between the former Governor of Georgia, Jimmy Carter, and presidential incumbent, President Gerald Ford. He notes that mistakes are more easily forgiven for the incumbent and more harshly scrutinized for other candidates.
Date: 1976
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Bo Holleman Rally for U.S. House of Representatives
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A rally promoting Bo Holleman for U.S. House of Representatives features live music. A speaker argues that Bill Alexander failed to represent Monette, Arkansas' interests but Hollemon will.
Date: 1976
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Council Meeting in Jonesboro
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Several people attend a meeting in Jonesboro, Arkansas. [No sound]
Date: 1976
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New EAPDD Office Dedication Ceremony
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People attend the new East Arkansas Planning and Development District (EAPDD) office ribbon cutting ceremony in Jonesboro which includes Arkansas Attorney General-elect Bill Clinton and U.S. Representative Bill Alexander. [limited sound]
Date: 1976
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Representative Alexander's Response to Strom Thurmond's Speech
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KAIT8 Reporter interviews U.S. Representative Bill Alexander regarding U.S. Senator Strom Thurmond's recent campaign speech. He focuses on the use of a military base as a pawn in the presidential campaign.
Date: 1976
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Senator Thurmond Speaks During Bo Holleman's Congressional Campaign
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U.S. Senator Strom Thurmond of South Carolina gives a speech during Bo Holleman's campaign for Congress. He criticizes Governor Carter of Georgia's liberal stance in office and argues that he does not reflect the people of the South adequately.
Date: 1976
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State Legislator Criticizes Governor Pryor's Turnback Funds Plan
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An Arkansas State legislator criticizes Governor David Pryor for his plan to eliminate state turnback. He instead proposes his own plan to put money back into Arkansas by retaining turnback expenses and allowing local tax levies for additional services.
Date: 1976
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President Gerald Ford Visits Memphis to Dedicate Mid-America Mall
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President Gerald Ford visits Memphis, Tennessee for the dedication of the Mid-America Mall during his 1976 Presidential campaign. Ford receives the Key to the City from Mayor Wyeth Chandler. Senator Howard Baker speaks at the event.
Date: 1976
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Jimmy Carter Campaigns for President in Jonesboro
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Jimmy Carter gives a presidential campaign speech In Jonesboro. Carter speaks about the high unemployment rate, the importance of a good education, and the role that government can have.
Date: 1976
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Man Criticizes Representative Burlison
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A man criticizes U.S. Representative Bill Burlison's enterprise issue score of nineteen. Burlison is also accused of stonewalling public record matters and personal disclosure questions.
Date: 1976
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Representative Alexander Campaigns
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Several shots during U.S. Representative Bill Alexander's reelection campaign. During a speech, he states he has had no communication with his opponent during his campaign regarding a disputed point.
Date: 1976
