Kissinger Begins Middle East Mission In Israel
Secretary of State Henry Kissinger arrived in Israel to explore a possible disengagement between Israel and Egypt. Israeli opposition leaders demanded new elections before talks on Sinai surrender, while Kissinger planned a 10 day stay to push a phasing approach or Geneva talks, with President Ford and officials saying they supported his delicate mission.
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Kissinger to Tour Middle East and Europe in Diplomatic Push
Kissinger’s itinerary spans Cairo Israel Egypt Syria Jordan Saudi Arabia Bonn Geneva London Paris and possibly Zurich with a return home planned for February 19. The trip follows congressional criticism of Kissinger and could reshape negotiations on Sinai and a broader Middle East settlement.
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Congress May Cripple President's Energy Plan
Congress moves toward a path that could derail Ford's energy program in two weeks. Democrats push substitutes while Republicans largely back the 90 day delay on the $3 a barrel tax on imported oil. The dispute centers on inflation and fuel costs versus reducing oil imports by two million barrels daily.
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Ford Planning Economic Stamp Tour With New Budget Chief
President Ford names James T. Lynn as director of the Office of Management and Budget after swearing in the cabinet appointee. Lynn succeeds Roy Ash while Edward H. Levi was already sworn in as attorney general. Ford plans two day trips to Texas then Kansas with visits to governors, editors, and energy conferences.
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Inflation Hits State Dinners Around World
Washington and capitals abroad show frugal dining as leaders face cost cuts. The White House dropped fish courses and caviar is trimmed in Iran while officials cut back on chauffeured cars. Betty Ford reviews menus and instructs modest portions and self service to save costs.
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Muskie mulls 1976 run while eyeing Senate term
Senator Edmund Muskie of Maine says he remains in a state of suspended animation about a 1976 presidential bid and plans to spend 1975 as a full time senator while keeping open the possibility of running for president, with a strong hint he may seek re election to the Senate. He notes the pull of the presidency remains but stresses life isn’t defined by a single campaign.
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Lawmakers to tackle trimmed budget and many bills this session
Top legislative leaders Speaker John Martin and Senate President Joseph Sewall prepare to respond to Gov James B Longleys pared budget in joint session last week. Departmental requests total nearly 1 billion before cuts of about 250 million. session expected to file almost 2,000 bills. Photos by Stephen Muskie.
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How Would You Spend $100000 Biddeford Hearing
Christopher Couch describes Biddeford public hearings inviting citizen ideas on spending 100000 under the federal Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. The Community Development Committee weighs priorities for urban renewal housing rehab and city needs amid evolving guidelines.
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Public hearings target housing needs for Biddeford funds
Biddeford city officials prepare to survey local housing conditions and gather public input on how to spend new federal funds. The Community Development Committee will host the hearing at city hall next week and may issue questionnaires to rate city services from libraries to housing capacity. The process signals a broader planning push beyond the Housing and Community Development Act, tying to update the city Comprehensive Plan and align short and long term needs with potential funding.
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Inside the Journal Today Chuckle
In Today's Chuckle, a lighthearted line notes that small boys are washable but most shrink from it, a quip reflecting playful humor and family life in a bygone era. The remark showcases a friendly, cheeky tone typical of the column.
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