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(Eonnecttcut Satltj dkmjnts Serving Storrs Since 1896 m VOL. LXXXI NO. 38 STORRS, CONNECTICUT FRIDAY. NOVEMBER 4. 1977 Two bomb threats force evacuation of campus offices By STUART M. SPIEGEL dent affairs and services re- ceived a bomb threat from a Two anonymous bomb threats, female caller who said Hall Dorm phoned in less than two minutes would blow up and "that a new apart, forced the evacuation of building would have to be built." Hall Dorm and Wood Hall Thurs- Local fire and police depart- day afternoon the University of ments were immediately notified Connecticut police department and standard operating proce- reported Thursday. dure for bomb threats was At noon Thursday, Frances implemented according to Szall, secretary to Dean Julius UConn police Lt. George Okaty. Elias of the College of Liberal The buildings were evacuated Arts and Sciences received an and searched for bombs. Police anonymous call from a female and fire officials determined the stating "that on behalf of the buildings were safe within an revolutionaries on campus," a hour and persons were permitted bomb has been placed in Wood to re-enter. Staff Photo by Steve McGuff Hall, it will go off — Wood Hall Chief Burton Booker of the Students board a shuttle bus near Alumni Quadrangle, but if a plan currently before the Traffic and will blow-up." UConn fire department said Parking Advisory Committee is approved, the Alumni stop would be eliminated and a new aet of routes About two minutes later, a these have been the first inci- going in front of the new library initiated. secretary to Carol Wiggins, dences of campus bomb threats assistant vice-president for stu- this semester. UConn enrollment picture reflects stability Enrollment at the University of Connecticut apparently Their comments followed the distribution of the annual Capping refers to the maximum limit to the number of has stabilized, though a trend toward professional, fall enrollment report compiled by the registrars office, students which the school may accommodate. vocational and business-oriented studies continues, The report indicates that enrollment is down by about "Engineering continues to burgeon." says Wilson, who according to officials of the University. one per cent when compared with the fall of 1976, but up also noted that the "Agriculture burst" seems to have UConn President — Glenn W. Ferguson, who noted the by about three per cent when matched with the 1974 begun to level off. In 1974 there were 995 students overall enrollment for the fall semester stands at 25,517, figure. enrolled in the College of Agriculture and Natural said, "In contrast io many states where enrollments are During the past few years there has been a trend toward Resources, while this fall there are 1.331 and a year ago dropping significantly, the UConn enrollment picture increased interest in business, engineering, applied there were 1.344. reflects remarkable stability. sciences and agricultural studies, while fewer students The School of Nursing enrollment of 469 for this fall is "If this level continues on an institution-wide basis, it have enrolled in liberal arts courses, generally. down by about 13 per cent from a year ago, a reflection of should help our planning efforts and our ability to be Wilson noted that the interest in engineering and both a national trend and an admissions limit. The responsive to the needs of our students and the State of business seems to be about the same as it has been in number of applications to the School remains about the Connecticut," Ferguson said. recent years though the number of students enrolled in same for 1976 and 1977 at approximately 700. Kenneth G. Wilson, vice-president for academic affairs the School of Business administration has been noted that enrollment has reached a "steady state." "capped." INSIDE TQDAY STOWE A in South Campus may be disbanded if persistent Abortion impasse looms vandalism in the dormitory doesn't stop, according to the quadrangle's area coordinator. Story page 3. WASHINGTON (UPI) — In an effort to consent among his members to make a one word conpromise with House members, the Senate change that might make the legislation more A BIG WEEKEND is in store for UConn sports teams. Picks page Thursday voted to fund abortions for the poor only palatable to the House. in special cases — to save a woman's life or health If Byrd did not get the consent he s iought, or if she were a victim of rape or incest. however,nowever,Aiiranor thetnetho senateSenateQonatu measuremPQGiirP wouldwouiaMIUI be sent The legislation, approved on a 59-29 vote, was far without any change to the House, which has NORTHEAST UTILITIES has begun the process of appealing a more restrictive than the original abortion measure refused since July to approve federal funding of recent $35 million rate hike in court. Story page 8. the Senate passed this year, but House Speaker abortions except in extraordinary circumstances. Thomas O'Neill said he still did not think the House would approve it. Byrd wanted to change the third provision to read Weekender p e 5 "severe and long-lasting physical damage." so a ag After hearing that, Senate Democratic Leader woman would have to have both problems before Robert Byrd said he would try to get unanimous she got an abortion. Food, cars force wholesale price index up WASHINGTON (UPI) — Higher prices decline that severely hurt the nation's suggested retail price. year. This means goods costing $100 for farm goods and 1978 model cars growers. Grocery shoppers soon will be Fuels and power prices were moderate. wholesale in 1967 now cost $196.30. caused a 0.8 percent wholesale price asked to pay these higher prices. October's 0.8 per cent wholesale price Livestock, grain, fruits and vegetables, surge in October, the biggest increase in Higher grain prices resulted from new increase was the biggest since a 1.1 per poultry and oilseeds were blamed for the six months, the Labor Department report- government price supports, and some cent increase last April. Wholesale prices higher farm prices. But a few items ed Thursday. market speculation in advance of the declined in June and July, and increases declined, including eggs, coffee, tea and The increase, reflected a 9.6 percent newly announced Soviet grain purchases. in April, August and September were milk. annual rate, signaled an abrupt end to the Livestock prices also were affected. moderate. recent lull in prices. Economists expect Bigger price tags on 1978 model cars Industrial prices rose 0.6 percent in Economic forecaster Donald Ratajczak. inflation will continue to heat up in the and trucks brought a 2 per cent rise in the October, less than the previous month. who accurately predicted the October next few months, based on a dramatic cost of transportation equipment. Offi- But processed foods were up 0.8 per cent wholesale price surge, said he expects shift in farm prices. cials estimated quality improvements after declining for four months. wholesale food price increases of no less Farm prices rose 2.4 per cent in accounted for 11.8 per cent of the average The Wholesale Price Index was 196.3 in than 1 per cent in each of the next few October, reversing a steady five-month $424.29 increase in the automakers' new October, up 5.9 percent over the past months. (Emtnrrttrut Satlif <HampUH Serving Storrs Since 1896 Mar* A. Dupwi. Editor-in-Chief; John Hill III. Managing Editor Craig K. Spery. Business Manager: Vivian Martin. Associate Editor Vol. LXXXI No. 38 Friday. November 4. 1977 We liked this week... THE ACTION by the University of finally fix the leaking pipes that have been spilling sewage into the Stowe C kitchen. It is a shame it took so long and took publicity to get the job done. THE DECISION to include a solar heating system in the new fine arts center. Now UConn will be saving energy at the same time it *S££? WSSNWJ im tm W6 UBrVSfWK AMD HESTXOtfAS AIAM8/' advances research. THE CROWDS in the Commons Dining Hall. Maybe they will eat up the deficit that has clung to the facility over the past few years, and they also are adding a pleasant touch to noontime — people LETTERS TO THE EDITOR together. We didn't like this week... A call for an end to dissension THE SENATE JUDICARY COMMITTEE'S reversal on its earlier To the Editor: vote to decriminalize the possession of small quantities of marijuana. I have been observing the situation regarding the armband day. All that can be done has been done They almost took a real step toward reform — then backed off. Kent State affair involving the Revolutionary for now. To continue to harp on the matter and Student Brigade (RSB) and the student body at spread oneself thin on the issue can only bring THE KIDNAPPING of the Dutch millionaire and a lack of action by UConn. I can only say I am quite distressed by all down a wave of criticism, as is the case now. governments to stand together against terrorist acts. The time for this. I wish we all would take the time to look at To the UConn students: one should not mock any action is now, not after more people are senselessly killed. what we are doing to each other. We would find, group. To mock is to assume one's own after this short examination, that there is growing infallability. We all have to admit the deaths at dissension, hate and animosity among ourselves. Kent were an injustice, to believe otherwise would Published Monday through Friday while the University is 1.1 session except only render oneself insensitive.