Proxmire warns of Litton crisis in Navy contracts
Senate Democrat William Proxmire warned Litton Industries faces financial collapse over a $450 million Navy payment dispute. He urged the Navy to declare Litton in default on helicopter carrier contracts, warning losses could mirror a Lockheed bailout if not resolved, as Litton says the Navy owes for submarine mods and four ships and is funding shipbuilding losses.
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7th Fleet mishap claims two lives off South Vietnam
A shell exploded in the Benjamin Stoddert's forward pin mount off South Vietnam while firing on suspected Communist positions, killing two sailors and wounding four. Names withheld. possible cause not explained. Also reports of downed U S aircraft and rescues in Hue and surrounding areas.
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Ulster truce marked by last minute deaths
Belfast and surrounding Catholic districts erupted in celebration as a midnight cease fire began ending three years of violence. Gunfire, bombings, and sniper attacks continued in Belfast Londonderry and Newry with multiple fatalities bringing the Northern Ireland toll to 392 since 1968.
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Finance ministers move to halt currency crisis in Europe
In Luxembourg the six Common Market finance ministers pledged to back measures to isolate Britain’s pound turmoil and keep currencies within Washington and Common Market margins. Markets would stay closed through Wednesday to absorb the action, with Britain and Denmark signaling possible follow-ons and Italy eyed for full member status.
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Supreme Court rules SDS rights trump campus exclusion
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled Central Connecticut State College officials violated free speech and association by blocking an SDS chapter. Justices Powell Burger Rehnquist noted risks of disrup tion but upheld First Amendment protections, reversing lower courts. The suit, brought by the ACLU over Feb 24, 1970, centers on student rights and campus regulation.
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Supreme Court split on spying case and grand jury rights
The Supreme Court divided 6 to 4 on two key issues. The Army spying on civilians was upheld, while a grand jury decision limited witness refusals to testify about wiretapping. Leslie Bacon faces potential contempt appeal. Other actions include campus free speech rulings and delays on obscenity standards and abortion-related cases.
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Nader to lead nationwide study of Congress
Ralph Nader announced on NBC Today that his investigators will issue reports on Congress before the November elections. The study, the most exhaustive ever on the lawmaking body, will profile members’ professional lives, talents and deficiencies. About 800 volunteers participate in the effort.
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The Graduate at CINEMA 11 Oscars double feature
The Garden of the Finzi Continis wins foreign film Oscars. two similar films offer a thoughtful double bill on themes of fascism and freedom. Also reviewed are Dead or Alive and A Man Called Horse at Bennington, with locals noting schedules at area cinemas and drive-ins for the weekend.
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Greece
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Horse
Richard Harris
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Sugarbowl Club savings offer for vacations
A Vermont National ad promotes the Sugarbowl Club, a savings plan to fund vacations and other goals. Customers specify amount needed, target date, and deposit frequency, receive a coupon book, and enjoy 4 percent annual interest. Automatic transfers from checking are possible.
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