Soviet lead in arms race per Jane's World Weaponry study
London based Jane's annual world weaponry catalogue argues the Soviet Union leads in missiles and advanced arms, with an operable anti ballistic radar system near Moscow and two Backfire prototypes. It notes Western defense cuts hasten the gap, and cites 264 U S and 393 Soviet reconnaissance satellites launched over the past decade.
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Opposition seeks more answers on Rehnquist nomination
Liberal senators press for fuller record on William H. Rehnquist touching civil rights philosophy and his Phoenix election role. They cite alleged ties to conservative groups and affidavits accusing him of harassing black voters, while Powell faces smoother path to confirmation.
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National Window Women face exclusion from government ranks
United Press International reports that President Nixon passed over naming a woman to the Supreme Court, highlighting a pattern of under representation of women in the federal government. Only 63 of 3,854 top grades are held by women, with pay gaps evident in the Education Office and HEW urging actions to recruit and promote women.
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Israeli leaders say peace talks still possible in Middle East
Deputy Prime Minister Yigal Allon and Chief of Staff Haim BarLev expressed optimism that a Middle East peace settlement could be reached with Cairo despite calls for war from Arab capitals. They warned Israel would win if war resumes and supported continuing efforts to obtain U.S. Phantom jets despite delays.
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Time limit on air urged for political messages
Advertising executive John E. O'Toole urged a five minute minimum for political messages on radio and TV to avoid shallow, mudslinging spots. He argued issues should be discussed with longer format and offered to produce a five minute message for any major candidate at cost. In Washington the ICC ordered non smoking sections on interstate buses by January six, with up to 20 percent designated nonsmoking per bus, rejecting a total ban after Nader pressed for one.
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Indians Repel Pakistani Attack At Bogra Frontier Clash
New Delhi report says Indian border forces repelled a Pakistani assault at Bogra on the East Pakistan border with exchanges of fire at least two frontier points. PTI, citing official sources, noted four Pakistani soldiers killed at Shikarpur border post last Friday and listed four deceased from the 38th Frontier Force Battalion.
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