Fate of Bomber Rests With Carter After Pentagon B1 Awards
The Pentagon awarded $704.9 million in contracts to start B1 bomber production with options for eight more units. Carter, set to take office Jan. 20, said he has not decided whether to reverse or support the program. Reed defended the plan, citing bomber survivability and strategic nuclear balance against the Soviet threat.
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Foreign interests grow as U S 200 mile zone goes into effect
Washington reports sharp rise in foreign investment after the 200 mile fishery zone replaces the 32 mile limit. Sixty firms from nations including the Soviet Union Finland the Netherlands Canada Kuwait the United Kingdom and South Korea have stakes in U S firms. Officials say risk of monopoly is limited while foreign buyers may expand markets and safeguard U S jobs.
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Carter Adviser Readies Pardon
President elect Carter tasks trusted adviser Charles Kirbo to develop the draft pardon plan for Vietnam era draft evaders. Kirbo says the form is just beginning and a fast action after inauguration is likely with the attorney general finishing touches.
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