10/08/1974
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"We are now paying out $25 billion a year for foreign oil."
"The United States is dependent on foreign sources for about 37 percent of its present petroleum needs."
"It is gratifying to note that the Congress has responded to the suggestion I made in signing the Amtrak Improvement Act of 1974."
"This should result in improved intercity rail passenger service."