No Early Suez Pact Report Says No Deal Before February
Israel’s chief of staff Lt. Gen. David Elazar said there is no chance of a withdrawal agreement with Egypt along the Suez Canal before mid January or early February. Negotiations in Geneva were preparatory only, with no working formulas, as Israel eyeing post election cabinet changes. The status raises risk of renewed fighting if Geneva talks stall. Egypt warns its forces can strike anytime despite talks. Also reported: Israel has captured 69 Egyptian POWs since November, and sharpened sniper deployments along the Suez front. In Jerusalem a district court jailed a man for four years for spying for Jordan. in Gaza a 20 year old Palestinian got 20 years for aiding an execution squad.
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Nixon takes secret commercial flight to California
President Nixon secretly boarded United Flight 55 from Washington to Los Angeles, signaling an energy crisis time example to the public. The trip involved 25 presidential staff and 152 passengers, with security, a satellite link, and a San Clemente stay planned at the Western White House.
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Eaton at 90 confident energy problems will be solved
Cyrus Eaton, the Cleveland industrialist and multi millionaire, turned 90 on Thursday and expressed belief that the world will solve its energy problems. He cited advances in industry and technology as hopeful signs for the future.
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Four year old bursts into song with holiday zing
A playful note from a family scene shows a four year old bursting into song, misquoting a classic line as Hark the hairy angels sing. Copyright status remains unsettled as the incident circulates in playful chatter.
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Nixon Flight Secrecy Complaint From FAA Chief
FAA head Alexander Butterfield expressed dismay that President Nixon’s California flight aboard a commercial jet was not coordinated in advance with the agency. He cited missing extra safety measures and said premium precautions are required when the President flies. Butterfield learned of the trip as the plane Taxied for takeoff at Dulles International Airport.
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Not a Terrorist Punished
At least 28 hijackers and other Palestinian terrorists have surrendered to Arab governments this year, but none has been punished so far. Governments and big Palestinian groups condemn terrorism yet have not brought terrorists to trial or handed them to the PLO. Trials have been postponed or vanish.
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Stocks Continue Rally On Second Straight Day
New York AP reports the stock market rose again with the Dow Jones average up 13.30 to 850.86 by 2 p.m. against a 3-1 edge for advances over declines in heavy trading.
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Standby gasoline rationing system outlined by energy chief
Federal Energy Chief William E. Simon proposed a standby gasoline rationing plan with a basic monthly allotment of 32 to 35 gallons per licensed driver over 18. Coupons would be issued and exchangeable on the open market. The program could start by March if needed, with coupons valid 60 days and costs tied to supply and demand. Simon noted potential legislation needs and urged alternatives to driving to reduce use.
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More Fuel To Airlines
Washington officials announced a 10 percent boost in jet fuel allocations for major and regional airlines as oil imports rise and demand falls. The move raises major carriers to 95 percent of their 1972 quota, regionals to 100 percent, while business aircraft stay at 80 percent and private aviation at 70 percent.
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Steinbeck names Captain Wallace Johnson as police acting chief
Cedar Rapids safety commissioner elect James Steinbeck announced his choice for acting police chief, selecting Capt. Wallace Johnson, a detective captain, with Acting Chief Gareth Clift continuing as senior commander. The city council will vote at the January 2 meeting, after Steinbeck’s discussion with council members and consideration of other officers named in ongoing inquiries.
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Predicts Nationwide Truck Strike January 31
Los Angeles AP report cites Overdrive editor Jim Drinkhall predicting a nationwide truckers strike set for January 31 with 95 percent certainty. About 100,000 independent owners and operators may shut down, while others join in sympathy or fear, as drivers press demands on fuel reserves audits, diesel allocation, fuel price caps, and truck speed limits.
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