Supreme Court Delays Ruling on Death Penalty Case
The Supreme Court postponed ruling on the constitutionality of capital punishment likely until next year. Jesse T. Fowler, a 27 year old North Carolina Black man, awaits reargument this term. 28 death row inmates across 25 states are affected. The NAACP Defense Fund argues the death penalty is cruel and unusual.
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Banks and factories reopen in Saigon to revive economy
South Vietnam’s new Communist government resumes operation of 38 factories and the national bank in Saigon to restore cash flow, feed hungry people, and stabilize markets. District 16 unity cells expand as informers and women aid authorities, while Laos moves to pull back Pathet Lao guards from the U.S. Charge d’affaires home as Thai refugee controls tighten.
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Kissinger Says Middle East Situation Still Not Resolved
Secretary of State Henry Kissinger warned at a Georgia event that the Arab-Israeli stalemate remains and could trigger a new oil crisis or Soviet clash. He urged concessions from both sides and said U S policy must push toward peace or new crises while protecting Israel and Arab interests. He spoke after talks with leaders from Jordan Egypt Israel and Syria.
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First Lady Betty Ford Eyes Husband Campaign Start
Betty Ford said she can hardly wait to begin her husband’s bid but could not specify when the campaign would officially start. She spoke at the White House amid uncertainty about timing. The remarks reflect the early stage of a presidential bid and Mrs. Ford’s readiness to support her spouse.
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Uganda’s Amin Sets 10-Day Ultimatum on Callaghan Talks
Ugandan President Idi Amin says he will execute Denis Hills unless British Foreign Secretary Callaghan travels to Uganda within 10 days to discuss the case. Amin also puts armed forces on alert amid alleged British invasion threats.
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No Computers Used on Citizens Says Defense Office
Defense officials testified that ARPANET and other networks are for scientific research and contain no personal or intelligence data. They described Zenith Harvest and Harvest as unclear, noting some systems exist outside of the department and could not be discussed publicly.
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HUD Sends Amended Budget To City PHA
HUD reviews amended annual contributions contract budget for Hill Street public housing amid funding delays. Lynn Johnson indicates the amendment is near approval as the authority awaits HUD processing to release roughly $3 million for 142 units, while tensions rise over board departures and city involvement.
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Richlands Tot Killed By Train In Va
A four year old Richlands Virginia girl Sandra Lynn Hurt 7 died after being struck by a Norfolk and Western train near the Clinch River and Clinch Valley Cemetery by pass on Route 460. She died at Clinch Valley Clinic. Funeral arrangements are pending at Hurst Scott Funeral Home Richlands.
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