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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1975
Page
2
In Saigon the Interior Ministry announced libel charges against six newspapers were withdrawn. The move, aimed at placating U.S. critics, comes as 20 U.S. legislators plan a visit to assess the situation before Congress weighs a $300 million aid package for Vietnam.
British sources report Leonid Brezhnev appears in excellent health and showed vigor during talks with Prime Minister Harold Wilson. He has accepted a British invitation, with no firm date set for a visit, likely in autumn, marking the first Soviet party leader visit since 1956.
Thousands of Eritreans in Addis Ababa flee to Eritrea province as fighting grows between government forces and Muslim secessionists since January 31. Up to 20,000 residents quit jobs amid a larger exodus of about 60,000 Eritreans in the capital. Reports cite heavy casualties on both sides and detentions of suspected sympathizers. Diplomatic sources note Eritreans may be shifting to a diplomatic push from Asmara, while Ethiopia contemplates talks with Sudan on a cease fire. A government spokesman said a delegation would visit Khartoum to listen, not commit.
Wall Street analysts warn U S auto sales could plunge if price rebates end February 28. Most expect continued model discounts, but post rebate plans remain undecided. Total rebate costs through February may exceed 150 million, with executives cautious about extending them.
The Mariner 10 spacecraft will pass within 193 miles of Mercury on March 16 marking the closest of its three Mercury approaches. Launched March 3, 1973, it has traveled over 950 million miles and will lack attitude control gas after this encounter as it continues its solar orbit.
In a debated view, leaders and scholars consider whether the United States should export food or share technology to ease global hunger. Cited voices include Rev. Theodore Hesburgh urging aid against high armament spending and others urging caution over tax implications and long term impacts.
Dr. Kenneth C. Edelin said the jury in his six week Suffolk County abortion case was biased, calling it a witch hunt after a nine men and three women all white panel convicted him. He faulted the judge’s charge and noted racial slurs reported by an alternate juror, warning the verdict could spur nationwide anti abortion prosecutions.
Key prosecution witness Dr. Enrique Gimenez Jimeno signed a petition in April 1974 supporting Dr. Kenneth Edelin, who was then indicted for abortion manslaughter. The petition praised Edelin and called for his reinstatement as chief resident after suspension, noting his compassionate care.
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