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“Although 462 deaths are still far too many,” said Colonel Slane, “the reduction in traffic deaths does indicate travel on our highways is becoming safer.” After the first six months of 1976, 474 deaths had been recorded. The end-of-the-year mark was 1,020.
Pedestrian deaths are also down, 74 thus far this year compared to 80 during a similar period last year. Motorcycle deaths for the first six months stand at 22 compared to 25 a year ago, but there was an increase in cpn/ippmon
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