Watergate figures near release on appeal inched forward
Washington AP reports Bernard Barker Howard Hunt and three other Watergate conspirators are poised for release from prison next week as appeals proceed. The U S court of appeals ordered release and paused ruling on the remaining two pending parole hearings. Mrs Barker expressed hope her husband would be freed soon as holiday schedules delayed court action. The case involves withdrawals of guilty pleas on conspiracy burglary and wiretapping charges.
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Dickerman Willams
New York
Daniel Schulls
Barker
Sturgis
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Eugenia Martinez
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Postage rate hike delayed to March by COLA directive
Washington AP reports the US Postal Service will postpone planned rate increases set for January 5 to March 2 under the Cost of Living Council directive. The delay keeps the eight cent rate on most letters for now with no change to the new rate structure, as the council advised delaying increases rather than cutting them.
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Postal Service
Thal-clase
Cost of Living Council
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ABC
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General Motors announces 30,000 layoffs and 48,000 furloughs
DETROIT AP General Motors said on Friday it will lay off 30,000 assemblers and furlough 48,000 more workers up to 10 days due to expected downturn in car sales. The plan starts January 21, eliminating second shifts at seven plants and related units.
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Nuclear plant safety rules raise industry compliance
Washington AP reports stricter safety rules for nearly all US nuclear plants by the Atomic Energy Commission. Rules take effect in about seven months with six months for study to decide on possible power cuts. Exemptions possible if public health is not endangered. Rules address emergency core cooling systems and require plant analyses to determine needed changes or redesigns.
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Alamle Energy
ALEC
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ISCCS
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America
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Could Have Mineral Crisis Morton Warns of Vulnerability
Washington AP Secretary Morton warns the nation faces a potential mineral crisis similar to the energy shortage. He says action will be taken to avert shortages in aluminum chromium iron ore and related minerals while eyeing domestic and imported sources and monitoring the situation over coming months.
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Ihleria
Morton
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U.S
Price Gouging Complaints Sweep Gas Stations
News reports rapid volume of calls to the Federal Energy Office from motorists alleging gasoline price gouging. Spokesman Robert Nipp noted lines jammed with complaints of nonposted pump prices and excess charges.
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Wil
Federal Energy Office
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Robert Bork
U. S
Franco Selects Prime Minister Navarro Named Spain’s Leader
Madrid reports General Francisco Iyanto named Carlos Aring Navarro aged 68 as prime minister of Spain. The government announced on Saturday that Navarro will lead the cabinet in Madrid.
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Carlos Aring Navarro
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Nixon attends wedding under hostile crowd in La Jolla
President Nixon and family face demonstrators as they attend the wedding of Dr. Walter Tinch and Cherrie Ann Jard in La Jolla California. Spectators shout impeach now and croak while a rock is reportedly thrown. police detain a youth but the party proceeds inside the chapel.
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White House
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Two Men Held In Extortion Plot In Cedar Rapids
Prominent Cedar Rapids businessman Robert C. Armstrong reported a $100,000 extortion threat. Police arrested Gary Allyn Lewis and Jackie H. Barnett after a midnight pickup at an abandoned First Avenue SW building. They faced malicious threats charges and were held on $10,000 bond. Federal charges awaited, with a third suspect linked to the incident.
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Linn County
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Natiee
U.S
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Sikma
Questions on Oil Allocation Regulations Answered
Washington AP outlines the administration's proposed oil allocation rules. It explains priority for bulk purchasers, potential individual rationing, and heating oil distribution, with penalties for violations and several questions about who qualifies and how shortages may be managed. The piece notes service stations face limits, and coupon scenarios could affect individuals.
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Inshont
Diplomatic row over late UN arrival due to fuel refusal
Senegalese envoy Medaune cited a fuel refusal delaying his UN mission. Police ordered a halt at a peaceful station after a delay caused by a blocked gas supply, with Senegal awaiting broader reactions from allied nations.
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Fragmented Local Notice Points To Public Sale
A damaged OCR text fragment mentions a public sale and local officials. The readable parts indicate an event action but lack clear names, dates, or places to specify details.
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