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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1975

Page

3

Milk price veto blocks six cent retail hike proposal

Washington reports President Ford vetoed a bill to raise retail milk prices by six cents a half gallon. The measure would have set price supports at 45 percent of parity and boosted manufacturing milk support to 12. The veto followed Agriculture Secretary Butz actions to raise the government price for milk used in dairy products and came as officials warned higher prices would hurt consumption and producers’ costs.

Washington ALY Ford Cnn siMers Agriculture Earl Bute Incre Ure Messade

Shah Declares U.S. Cannot Dictate to Iran

An Iranian newspaper quotes the Shah on Saturday saying the U.S. cannot dictate to Iran and that Tehran will respond to any threat. The remark comes amid talk of possible American military intervention in the Middle East.

Pruran Tehran U.S Middle East Shah Oat Tran

Today’s Chuckle Miter Ustentne Fiter Wits Hands

Fragmentary OCR text shows a humorous or misspelled line about a happy child and a mention of Annas. The readable portion mentions a playful misquote or garbled dialogue with implied cheer and a family scene.

Social Security Tax Increase Proposed by Advisory Council

The Social Security Advisory Council chaired by W Allen Wallis recommends raising the payroll tax from 4 8 to 5 95 percent after 20 years and expanding the tax base from 14100 to 24100 starting January 1976. If enacted, the maximum wage base would rise to 24100, affecting earners above 5010 and those at 24100 or more would pay higher taxes. The group also contemplates indexing changes to benefits and a potential retirement age rise to around 66, citing deficits and a slower growth rate as reasons.

Congress Conclusians Social Security Advisory Council W. Allen Wallis University of Rochester Wallis

Legion Head Labels Amnesty Plan Failure

An overheard and incomplete report from Los Angeles discusses criticism of an amnesty proposal for Vietnam era draft evaders. The piece blames a small minority for seeking benefit while noting the Legion and others believed few took advantage and calls for continued scrutiny.

Legion Head LOS Angels American Legion Neds Vietnam Wagarse

Water Contaminants Spark Cancer Health Debate

Public water supplies in New Orleans and other cities face scrutiny as University of New Orleans biologists report potential carcinogens in tap water and in residents’ blood. Led by Dr John Laseter, the study finds carbon tetrachloride and tetrachloroethylene in water and blood, though no direct cancer link is proven. EPA orders nationwide survey amid concerns over water treatment and pollutant transformation.

Washington Aeumal New Onlaiths New Orleans University of New Orleans Science Magazine China John Laseter Fiat

End of Libyan Oil Ban Told

AMEROT AP Libya ended its oil export ban to the OLS causing a shift in Middle East oil markets. Libya and two other Mediterranean producers trimmed prices to stay competitive with the Persian Gulf. After Arab states lifted embargoes, Libya maintained a ban affecting export volumes and refinery demand.

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Intruder Tries To Drive Into White House Grounds

Washington police and Secret Service agents halted a man who attempted to drive a panel truck toward the White House grounds on Pennsylvania Avenue near the West Executive Avenue gate. The driver, identified as Winfield Cronkite, 10, of Suburban Saltland Maryland, was taken into custody after making irrational statements. A traffic summons was issued. A separate incident nearby involved another man who crashed through a White House gate and claimed explosives, later found to be highway flares. police planned psychological testing.

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Tax Cut Talk Spurs By Gloomy Forecasts

Washington AP reports Ford advisers push for tax cuts as recession deepens. A White House session with Simon Greenspan Seidman and Gaar d discussed jolting plans while unemployment nears two percent. Officials hint a minimum 10 billion dollar cut targeted to individuals and corporations may be needed to revive the economy. The Fed lowers discount rate across six regions to 7.35 percent to free credit.

Washington Ford White House Treasury William E. Simon Alan Greenspan Council of Economic Advisers William Seidman Frank Gaard White Mouse Labor Department Natal Ron Nessen Mensoten

Jury Questions Command In Haldeman Case

Lawyers for Watergate defendants contend jurors may have received influential information that could affect their verdict. They sought permission to subpoena a juror and a Star-News reporter as judge Sirica weighs a possible new trial pleas.

Washington AEG H.R. Tikleman U.S John Sirica Haldeman Mhor Washington Star-News Csicigin Associated Press Hensa Eye Minutay Traideman Waller Taylor Moneyline Stars

Ex Convict Aid Spiral Links Cast In Murky Tale

A disjointed AP wire fragment recounts a tangled case involving an ex convict and a boy he aided, detailing a long, troubled history. It references names such as Moruan Faget and Keary Alli and hints at crimes, prison, family strain, and a dramatic revelation of freedom. The piece alludes to a dramatic past, an attempted restitution plan, and a return to normal life amid ongoing tensions.

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Ford to appoint blue ribbon panel on CIA spying

Washington officials say President Ford planned a blue ribbon commission to probe CIA domestic spying after William Colby's report left many questions. Richard Helms, now Iran ambassador, met Ford and Kissinger as DoD and State officials noted the need for further investigation.

Washington AFY CIA William Colby Special Commission High Administration Ford Richard Helms Iran Kissinger Wehns Legat CIA Colby Defense Seblesinser GIA White House Ken Nelson State Department Helms

Solicitor Post For Sandman in 19th Century Township

A fragmented notice states Rep Charles Sandman has been hired for a four thousand year post in Awensuly township. It notes his prior roles as a judiciary committee member and Nixon era supporter, with plans to take the solicitor position next week after a November defeat and a move into privity law practice.

Love Nut Cap Charles Sandman Canal Awensuly Wollcstor Sandman Richard M. Nixon Ainunchere Wis

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