CIA secret successes a rare glimpse from Colby
In a rare interview CIA Director William Colby discusses acknowledged successes from the 1940s to the 1960s. He cites defeats of communist expansion in Western Europe and Africa, and notes arms talks benefited from intelligence. He compares the KGB to the CIA and praises open-society information.
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FDA expands TV recall to include 5000 more sets
The FDA broadens the largest recall of televisions to include about 2,500 Toshiba and 2,500 Quasar 19 inch color receivers plus two Panasonic models, warning of radiation leakage and offering mileage reimbursement for repairs. Peter Falk and James Caan buy a 500 acre Paso Robles vineyard.
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James Caan
Paso Robles
Calif
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Panasonic
J.C. Penney
W.T. Grant
Tough energy stance from ERDA head on environment and reactors
Dr. Robert H. Seamans, administrator of the Energy Research and Development Administration, says a tough environmental approach will guide future energy plans. He aims to study the breeder reactor proposal, balance fuel-cycle risks, and press for full-scale research before decisions. He notes solar energy and fusion face long timelines, while current plants can become safer with improvements.
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Robert H. Seamans
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AEC
Erda
Senate probes Vesco heroin deal doubt on coverup
Senate investigators say federal drug agents did not cover up the Vesco heroin plot but did act unprofessionally after Vesco and LeBlanc were named. The inquiry centered on Frank Peroff, an informant, and noted failures that hindered the Bouchard case. Vesco, linked to Nixon campaign contributions, fled to Costa Rica after Mitchell and Stans faced indictments.
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UPI
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Senate Permanent Investigations Subcommittee
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United States
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Canada
Norman J .Blanc
Frank Peroff
Bouchard
LeBlanc
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John Mitchell
Commerce
Maurice Stans
Richard Nixon
Mitchell
Stans
Costa Rica
CU report questions threats from marijuana cited in tests
Consumer Reports challenges the notion that marijuana poses severe health risks. The March issue notes a pattern of publicized adverse effects often disappearing upon replication or better experimentation. Jamaica study shows long-term heavy use did not impair intellect, while UPI quotes experts urging more substantial research before conclusions.
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Tips not taxable in landmark UPI case ruling
UPI reports federal judge Thomas J. Clary ruled tips received by craps dealer Wendell Olk are gifts, not taxable income. The decision orders the IRS to refund Olk $793 on $5,775 in tips from 1971 at Horseshoe and Sahara casinos. Olk had paid the tax after contesting it as gifts rather than wages.
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Food for Thought Party Fare and Dessert Tips
Low calorie ideas include chert tomatoes filled with mozzarella then broiled. Avocado halves with salad dressing as easy appetizer. Substituting finely ground pecans for shortening in pastries. Ambrosia as a heavy meal ending with layers of orange slices bananas and coconut soaked in orange juice and white wine. Chocolate history notes milk chocolate invented in 1876. Vermont Steak House at 716 Main St Bennington VT mentioned for dinner and dessert.
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