Index signals ongoing rise in leading indicators for May
Government said its composite index of leading indicators rose 2.1 percent in May, marking a third straight monthly gain. Officials touted the broad advance as evidence of a developing economic recovery, though cautioned it is too early to confirm a strong upturn.
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Alabama U president Mathews named Ford cabinet nominee
Dr David Mathews president of the 13000 student University of Alabama and longtime educator was nominated by President Ford for secretary of Health and Human Services. A Groveville Alabama native, he rose from lecturer to university president and has served on the Bicentennial Commission and refugee advisory groups.
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Beirut Fights Escalate as Suburbs See Casualties
In Beirut suburbs fighting between right wing Lebanese and leftist Palestinian factions escalates with at least 16 dead and 35 wounded over three days. A Lebanese security guard was killed by a rocket as moderates seek a cease-fire while smaller factions exchange gunfire and fires ignite from mortar and rocket blasts. Four Arab guerrillas were killed by Israeli soldiers after crossing the northern border fence.
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