Flood Devastates Idaho Valley After Teton Dam Breach
The Teton Dam break left a mud filled Idaho Falls area with thousands of homes damaged and at least seven dead. About 153 missing, many likely taking refuge with relatives. Damages exceed $500 million with Rexburg hardest hit, crops buried, towns depopulated, and relief efforts under way.
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New England governors and Canadian premiers seek energy aid
New England governors and eastern Canadian premiers urged Washington and Ottawa to take decisive action on energy supply. They criticized slow federal moves, urged regional cooperation, and discussed projects like Bay of Fundy tidal power with potential U.S. sales.
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Zarb predicts New England oil refinery soon to be built
UPI reports Federal energy chief Frank Zarb forecasts an oil refinery in the New England region as the six-state area works to resolve energy problems. He cites unity on an allocation system sending oil from rich states to poorer regions and argues a refinery would be economical for fuel supply. Connecticut dealers expect rising prices but oppose rationing or breaking up big oil firms. He outlines a four point energy plan to curb demand growth, boost domestic production, double coal output, and expand nuclear power.
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Democratic acceptance speech to air in prime time
National chairman Robert Strauss says the Democratic national convention will present its acceptance speech in prime time and show its positive actions during the broadcast. He warned against a repeat of 1972 when credentials and platform fights disrupted the schedule and McGovern nomination occurred at 5 a.m.
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Three Americans on trial in Angola
An American attorney argued that two of the three American mercenaries on trial in Luanda for alleged war crimes should not face death. He said none are charged with killing anyone and noted their capture on reconnaissance patrols. The trial includes 10 British mercenaries as well as a government international inquiry panel observing proceedings.
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Bombs strike Chicago targets injure five near banks and Hancock Building
A series of bombs exploded outside the Bank Leumi near City Hall the John Hancock Center and the First National Bank of Chicago injuring five people. A trash can device at the First National Bank injured a pregnant woman Fanny Schwarz and others. Police said a fried chicken box planted at police headquarters caused major damage with no fatalities. One blast hit the Hancock Center and another caused glass damage at Bar Leumi. Police suspect timed devices and possible vehicle involvement. a patrol car witnessed a car leaving the Hancock scene.
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Ford school views labeled immoral by Cox in Farmington
Former Watergate prosecutor Archibald Cox criticized President Ford for favoring private segregated schools without federal funds, saying the stance slows equality and encourages obstruction. Cox, Harvard law professor, spoke at Miss Porter’s School commencement in Farmington, noting Civil Rights impacts and potential DOJ disagreement.
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Rickover attacks shipyards over costly Navy delays
Admiral Hyman Rickover criticizes shipyard conglomerates for inflating and fraudulently pursuing $1.9 billion in cost overruns as 71 ships sit tied up from the East Coast to the Gulf. Comptroller General Staats to report to the House panel on why deliveries lag, while Deputy Defense Secretary Clements faces questions on a fast settlement under a 1958 law. Rickover urges contract enforcement and possible federal court action, urging scrutiny of claims that he calls among the largest ripoffs in U.S. history.
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West Point Charges 168 With Cheating
The UPI report notes that internal review panels expanded charges to 168 cadets from the roughly 870 in the class, about a fifth. Second-class men have been released for summer leave, and the inquiry centers on cribbing on a March take-home electrical engineering problem. The GAO has reported Navy blame.
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Nader wins airline bump suit over overbooking practice
Consumer advocate Ralph Nader's suit against Allegheny Airlines leads to scrutiny of overbooking. Airlines face decisions on penalties for no shows and potential lawsuits as the Civil Aeronautics Board reviews the practice, with Christmas travel cited as especially problematic. Nader sued for punitive damages after being denied a seat despite a confirmed reservation, causing him to miss a speaking engagement.
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