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Wednesday February 8, 1978
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This Day In 1970's History: Wednesday February 8, 1978
  • Exchanging goodbyes, President Carter and President Anwar Sadat of Egypt concluded their talks and pledged to continue efforts to reach a Middle East peace providing security for Israel and a solution to the Palestinian problem. Mr. Sadat, hailed by Mr. Carter as "the world's foremost peacemaker," said he had been "disheartened and discouraged," when he arrived, but was returning "with much more perseverance for reaching peace." [New York Times]

  • The Senate began debating the Panama Canal treaties, with leaders on both sides saying the outcome was still in doubt. The debate, the first to be carried on radio, is expected to become heated when the Senate reconvenes after the week's adjournment that begins Friday. [New York Times]

  • Looting in Boston accompanied the worst snowstorm in the city's history. More than 100 people have been arrested, roving bands smashed their way into stores, harassed city ambulance crews and hurled chunks of ice at National Guard troops. [New York Times]

  • Consumer activists lost a major congressional battle when the House of Representatives rejected a bill to establish a federal consumer protection agency. The vote was 227 to 189 and appeared to settle the issue for the foreseeable future. [New York Times]

  • Talks on natural gas prices stalled in Senate negotiations as forces favoring deregulation of natural gas prices suggested a new compromise plan that opponents denounced as "grossly excessive." As a result, hopes for a quick solution were dashed. [New York Times]
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