Nixon Aides Move To End Bias in 5 School Districts
The Nixon administration filed two desegregation suits and cut federal funds from three Southern districts under Title VI. Suit targets District 12 in Madison County Mississippi over faculty assignments. Barnwell County SC District 45 had funds cut for delaying integration. Finch notes ongoing push for compliance with desegregation as 11 cuts ordered since January.
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New Health Chief Sees Need for Serious Medicaid Reform
Dr. Roger Egeberg, nominee as health assistant to Secretary Finch, urged serious review of Medicaid. He warned a single universal health standard is unrealistic and said expanding Medicaid could push care away from the poor. He noted doctor overwork and potential fraud, and called for cost-saving measures within Medicaid.
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Medicaid Flexibility Debate Sparks State Standards
A record of remarks shows advocacy for an "orgy of flexibility" with varying state health standards under Medicaid. Critics warn of complex ethics when third parties enter the system, citing overuse of shots, prescriptions, visits, and hospital stays. Egeberg, substituting for Finch, described Knowles as more aggressive on certain points while he remains cautious. RC359aed July.
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Breakfast Jam For Commuters Not on Toast
New York City will broadcast live traffic from police helicopters to home viewers starting in September. WNYC will show daytime and evening rush traffic as commuters sip coffee. The project is funded by a $75,000 federal grant and a $78,000 city appropriation.
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New Haven Mayor Lee to Step Down After 16 Years
Richard C. Lee announced he will not seek a ninth term as New Haven mayor, citing the desire to be free to pursue future offices. The 53 year old leader hinted he may challenge Sen. Thomas J. Dodd in the Democratic primary or run for governor if Gov. John N. Dempsey seeks the Senate seat, emphasizing the coming political year. Lee, famed for bold urban planning, helped shape programs later used in Johnson administration poverty efforts and drew national recognition for transforming the city.
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Indian Protest Nets Road Tolls But No Scalps
Passamaquoddy Indians staged a small roadblock on Route 1 at Indian Township Maine collecting tolls from motorists. About 25 drivers paid $1 per car and $2 per truck before state police dispersed the protest. Revenue was to buy milk and prescription medicines. An activist briefly jumped into a truck to halt traffic.
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Rodney L. Scribner
State Indian Affairs Department
Astronauts Rehearse Moon Landing Procedures
Astronauts Armstrong and Aldrin practice the lunar module landing sequence at Cape Kennedy with Collins in the command module simulator. They plan to view the landing zone from 8,000 feet and adjust approach to a 3 by 7 mile oval in the Sea of Tranquillity, aiming for a precise touchdown and safe hover.
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Bank Parley Yields No Clues On Rate Path
Treasury Secretary Kennedy hosted 24 major banks in Washington to discuss inflation and high interest. A prime rate rise from 7 1/4 to 8 percent was noted, but Kennedy said no promises or rollback were discussed. Rep Patman condemned the briefing as evasive and blamed Kennedy for inaction.
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Patman
U.S
The Fncinfays Question Littering Your Own Spaces
A cryptic query asks if the FNCINFAYS are responsible for keeping their own areas clean and orderly. It hints at accountability and personal responsibility within a self designated group or project. The wording suggests a playful, possibly satirical context.
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