Break in railroad dispute prompts Labor Secretary to call union leaders
The 156 local locomotive firemen union officials were summoned to Washington next week to decide on a possible agreement. Labor Secretary Wirtz said they must be present for any deal and noted ongoing talks without clear breakthroughs. If no agreement emerges, Congress may intervene to prevent a nationwide strike set for August 29, which would affect diesels and freight locomotive firemen jobs.
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Voting for Nuclear Test Ban Seen As Virtue and Risk
James Marlow analyzes the limited nuclear test ban treaty as political crossfire in Washington. He notes bipartisan support, Senate hearings ahead, and the treaty’s key points banning atmospheric space and sea tests while allowing underground testing. The piece discusses the escape clause and possible strategic advantages.
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Truce Line in Korea Cools Off
Maj. Gen. Charles F. Leonard new commander of the 1st Cavalry Division says the Korean truce line has cooled. He notes the unit remains alert after heavy patrols and sporadic fighting near the DMZ following an ambush that killed two Americans. The division killed four raiders in a clash that also involved a South Korean officer.
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First Step Toward US Soviet Relations Hopes Raised
The statement frames this move as a first step that could improve American Soviet relations and lead to broader agreements, though no one bets on sweeping change.
Rolvaag Names Mondale to Lead Minnesota Recovery Task Force
Gov. Karl Rolvaag orders Walter Mondale to chair a new Task Force for Economic Recovery coordinating all state programs aiding distressed Minnesota communities. Each agency must designate a representative and prepare a seven day report analyzing existing efforts and proposing actions. Mondale says priority is due to economic hardship in Minnesota.
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