Pentagon attacks Mc Govern on defense cuts push
Secretary of Defense Alvin R. Laird condemned Senator McGovern's plan to halve the Pentagon budget, calling it mythology as he promoted a new 193 page defense spending report. The MOOT study aims to debunk the idea that defense is the budgetary problem child and defend current policies.
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Pentagon Report Attacks McGovern Critics Of Defense Costs
The Pentagon releases a combative report arguing defense cost overruns are exaggerated by others and urges readers to test the approach on domestic programs. It cites spending data back to the Korean War and notes about 2 000 copies printed while political debate over defense cuts continues.
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Council Hears Both Sides on Kmart Rezoning
The State Highway Commission faces delays over Nichol Avenue traffic as Anderson considers a Kmart at the southwest corner of Nichol Avenue and Brentwood Drive. Plan commissioners push state action to widen roads and install signals, while objections cite traffic risk despite tax base gains. Council moves toward rezoning with a 7-1 vote. final action planned for September.
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Solar flares and geomagnetic storms disrupt Earth links
The Space Environment Laboratory forecasts renewed solar flare activity and geomagnetic storms disrupting communications in coming days. The report notes potential impacts on satellites and ground systems.
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End of U S Combat Role in Vietnam Marks Final Ground Battle
The 3rd Battalion, 2nd Infantry leaves Da Nang, ending U S ground combat roles after more than seven years of fighting. About 240 soldiers depart with remaining advisers and air units the only forces still in Vietnam. The move, echoing the 1965 Marines landing at Da Nang, signals a shift to an air war as Nixon's pullout reduces U S strength toward 39,000 by September 1.
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Daleville Incorporation Hearing Faces Challenge in Muncie
A Delaware County hearing is set for Monday at 10 a.m. in Muncie on Janet C. Pipes petition to dismiss the Daleville incorporation proposal. Opponents fear higher taxes and loss of land, while backers say incorporation will expand services and attract business.
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West Central board approves transfer policy and budget plan
Four West Central school board members won a 7 to 0 vote approving a new student transfer policy to Anderson schools and a 1973 budget of 2,272,929 with a 4.65 tax rate. About 150 patrons packed Jackson Elementary gym, many criticizing funds going out of district as the policy directs transfers to remain until graduation with limited per-student transfers.
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Nixon armored car sent back for design changes
The Secret Service asked Ford to return Nixon’s $500 000 Lincoln Continental limousine to the factory for alterations. Ford said the move involved design features rather than mechanics and that the car would be returned to Washington once the Service is satisfied. The vehicle includes retractable running boards for agents and is reportedly leased for about $5 000 a year.
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British aid pledge to East Africa Asians facing expulsion
The British government accepts responsibility for British Asians in East Africa under threat of expulsion. The note appears amid a page with weather forecasts, obituaries, editorials, and notices. Details mention page 16 and a mix of local weather and section references.
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