Trade pact push marks new U S China ties
In Tokyo the U S representative in Peking Glenn Woodcock says Washington seeks speedy economic deals with China now that formal ties are starting. China’s Li Chiang signals a long term trade pact, with loans from governments and markets as Beijing modernizes. Projections include agricultural and industrial purchases and expanding credits.
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Births and incidents noted across cities and addresses
Birth announcements list Debbie Miller in Hiawatha and several families in Marion Rock Falls and Arlington Heights with details of daughters and sons. Additional entries recount fire and emergency calls at multiple addresses including 219 Sixth Ave SW and 3744 Weing Road NE, plus a dumpster incident and a mistaken alarm, and a chimney fire at 165 24th St Drive SE.
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Iran strike largely ignored amid mourning in Qum clashes
Opponents of the shah called a national day of mourning but the general strike drew few workers. In Qum a death was reported amid street violence with four wounded as imperial troops clashed with demonstrators. In Tabriz crowds taunted troops. some deaths were reported but unconfirmed. Oil output rose while capital troops remained on alert.
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Personal income rises in November reports AP
Washington AP says Americans gained 1 percent in November with personal income up by 17.3 billion dollars, compared to October's 22.5 billion and September's 13.6 billion. The rise supports consumer spending during the Christmas season and helps reduce debt pressures.
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Democrat concedes Virginia Senate race after recount bond denial
Democrat Andrew Miller gave up his bid for the U S Senate in Virginia after failing to post the $80,000 bond set by a three judge panel for a recount. State Board tally showed John Warner ahead by 4721 votes out of over 1.2 million.
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Reverend Jones Worked for GOP for Six Years
The Los Angeles Times reports Reverend Jim Jones worked for the Republican Party for at least six years, directing followers to campaign for Nixon and other GOP candidates before later aligning with Democrats in San Francisco.
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Israeli Bus Bomb Leaves Passengers Injured in Jerusalem
An explosion on a Jerusalem bus injures a 20 year old man in serious condition and seven others with minor injuries. Fourteen passengers receive first aid and are released. Police report two pounds of explosive placed under a back seat on a bus running from Arab East Jerusalem to Bayit Vegan.
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Israel Rules Out Talks With Egypt Over Demands
Foreign Minister Dayan said Israel will not renew peace talks with Egypt unless Cairo drops proposals backed by the United States. Egypt accused Israel of obstruction as the peace treaty signing deadline passed. Mubarak urged Israel to change position and affirmed Egypt’s commitment to a comprehensive and just settlement.
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Cleveland unions warn of police fire strikes over layoffs
Cleveland union leaders representing 10 000 civil servants prepared for a showdown with Mayor Dennis Kucinich over a 35 percent layoff plan. Police and fire locals hinted at a possible strike as 17 local unions met to set a layoff timetable. Banks weighed suing over overdue notes as officials warned of default.
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Israeli inflation hits 43.2 percent in 1978
Tel Aviv reports a 6.2 percent November rise and a 43.2 percent annual inflation, with wholesale prices up 5.6 percent. Government aimed for 35 percent but likely near last year's 50 percent, as tuition fees surge 44.5 percent and food items rise sharply.
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Israel
Central Bureau of Statistics
First woman bandleader Blanche Calloway dies in Baltimore
Blanche Calloway Jones sister of Cab Calloway and the first woman to lead a major American dance band died Saturday in a Baltimore hospital. Age not disclosed by family.
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