Ambassador Davies slain as Cypriot mob attacks U S Embassy
The American ambassador to Cyprus Rodger Davies was shot dead when Greek Cypriots attacked the U S Embassy in Nicosia protesting U S Cyprus policy. Clerides announced the death on Cyprus Radio as riot police struggled to control the mob.
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Turkey
Congress Decides Today On Economy Task Force
Congress moves toward passage of Ford requested inflation monitoring task force with 25 staffers and a cabinet-led panel, amid bipartisan skepticism. The House also debates a $20 billion six year mass transit bill, with Ford pressing for $11 billion to $15.8 billion range. Senate aims to end debate on a consumer protection agency and adjourns on Thursday.
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Ford appoints Roudebush VA chief at Chicago speech
President Ford named Richard S. Roudebush of Indiana as administrator of Veterans Affairs at the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention in Chicago. He pledged strong defense and budget discipline while promising to improve VA service and veteran education amid inflation concerns.
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Ford narrows vice presidential pick amid Rockefeller Bush doubt
President Ford plans to decide by Tuesday on his running mate amid speculation that Nelson Rockefeller and George Bush may not be chosen. Sources say contenders include NATO Ambassador Donald Rumsfeld and Senators Weicker Baker Brock, with background checks on Bush cited as a potential issue.
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Israeli jails Jerusalem Archbishop for alleged gun running
TEL AVIV AP The Israeli government jailed Greek Catholic Archbishop Hilarion Capudji on charges of gun running for Arab terrorists in occupied Jordan. Police said they found a large quantity of weapons and explosives in his car Aug 7 after a return from Lebanon. They claim the arms were smuggled from the Al Fatah guerrilla group in Lebanon to Palestinian terrorists on the West Bank.
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Walkout Ends Democratic Charter Conference Sessions
Black and reform minded members halted the two day conference of the Democratic Charter Commission inside Kansas City as they accuse party regulars of pursuing an item by item overhaul. The walkout leaves 73 members present, 11 short of the quorum needed to reopen business.
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Gilligan Creates 25 Member Task Force on ERA Compliance
Gov. John J. Gilligan announced a 25 member task force to review Ohio laws for compliance with the Equal Rights Amendment and ensure alignment with the amendment’s provisions. The initiative aims to assess statutes and recommend changes to achieve conformity within the state.
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Weather page brief forecast and temps
Weather forecast notes clear tonight with lows in the mid to upper 60s. Sunny Tuesday with highs in the mid to upper 80s. Details, Page 2.
Memorial Week Forces Mines Idle as UMW Touts Safety
In Charleston West Virginia UMW Memorial Week halts work for five days to mourn miners killed and push safety. The action reduces coal stockpiles for steel and power plants as contract talks loom with Nov 12 expiration. A rally in Fairmont and a Washington mobilization highlight the safety campaign.
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Refined foods linked to Western diseases in JAMA study
A South Africa based study in the Journal of the American Medical Association argues that refining foods removes indigestible fibers and promotes diseases from heart conditions to colon issues. Researchers Burkitt Painter Walker warn dietary fiber slows intestinal passage and reduces bile salts and cholesterol, potentially lowering cancer and heart disease risks.
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