South Africa reaffirms peaceful aim of nuclear program
South Africa faced renewed scrutiny over nuclear plans after Finance Minister Owen Horwood said the government reserved the right to depart from prior peaceful assurances. Foreign Minister Botha reiterated policy that nuclear energy is for peaceful purposes, seeking to calm Western concerns amid satellite reports of a potential test in the Kalahari Desert.
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Meany renews blast at Carter over economy
AFL-CIO President George Meany again blames President Carter for a sluggish economy and a so-called wage stagnation, accusing Burns and conservative policies of failing to deliver full employment. He questions Burns's ongoing tenure as January expires.
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Steel union and industry clash over resumed talks amid iron ore strike
United Steelworkers seek to resume talks to end a five week strike at Michigan and Minnesota iron ore mines affecting 98 percent of U.S. production. Industry rejects negotiating positions while noting economic strain and disputes over incentive issues.
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Judge plans October ruling on Berkowitz competence
In New York Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Gerald Held set October 4 to begin formal hearings on whether David Berkowitz is mentally fit to stand trial for the July 31 murder of Stacy Moskowitz, last of the Son of Sam victims. A psychiatric report found he lacks capacity to understand proceedings or aid his defense.
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O Neill denies Park bribery link to office
Speaker Thomas O Neill denies any bribery operation by Korean businessman Tongsun Park in his House leadership years. The Los Angeles Times reported clerk Suzi Thomson told investigators she saw Park in O Neill’s office during the period, which O Neill counters as social visits and denies Korea talks. Thomson testified behind closed doors for five hours, per the Times.
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Wage Price Control Talks Stir Wall Street Turmoil
Washington officials discuss voluntary wage and price standards to curb inflation. Talks are in preliminary stages and sparked stock market nerves as the administration signals no mandatory controls. President Carter has sought to reassure business groups that compulsory measures will not occur while drafting agreed standards for specific industries.
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Carter Wins Backing for Panama Canal Treaty
President Carter broadens his campaign to win domestic support for a new Panama Canal treaty by courting traditional opinion shapers. He conceded Tuesday that the effort faces an uphill battle.
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Study shows more men abused than women
An independent study indicates men are more often victims of domestic violence than women. Lawmakers plan a $60 million three year bill to fund emergency shelters and counseling for victims, citing the Steinemtz research and NIMH studies.
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Ford warns of V-8 era ending as fuel economy rules loom
Dearborn based Ford Motor Co warns that large V-8 engines may be limited or plants closed if demand for fuel efficient small cars does not rise. Ford aims for an 18 mpg fleet average and plans higher V-8 prices and premium V-8s while pricing new two door Fairmont and Zephyr to undercut GM.
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