Quaker group attacks capital justice system
The American Friends Service Committee released a two yearDC Pretrial Justice Program report charging Washington justice processes with failures to provide basic rights. It cites lost records long trial waits and apathetic defense counsel while urging a prisoners line to report problems and a Speedy Trial Act exemption review. It also calls for anti discrimination rules and new pretrial release methods plus easier lawyer access and better agency coordination.
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Russia Accepts Large Grain Deals With Soviet Union
Russia buys one million tons of wheat and corn under a five year grain trade pact. Total 1.6 million tons of grain and 1.5 million tons of soybeans sold since late October, valued near 600 million dollars. Wheat 700,000 tons and corn 300,000 tons were part of the latest sales.
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Jurors Sworn In Harris Trial In May 1974 Case
Jury selection completed for the Harris case as 12 jurors seated amid illness delaying proceedings. Harris and accomplices face 11 counts linked to a May 1974 crime spree. Patricia Hearst faces related charges and psychiatric evaluation before any further trial.
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Ford Queen in dedication at Washington Cathedral ceremony
President Ford and Queen Elizabeth attended a dedication of the new Washington Cathedral in memory of Sir Winston Churchill. A Westminster Cathedral stone was set in place as six Bagpipe players and a 6,000-strong congregation observed the event with remarks by Dean Sayre. The Queen and Prince Philip toured the site, noting its permanence.
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