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Russians Balk at 10000 Elevator Repair at New York Consulate
New York Russian consulate staff decline a $10,000 elevator repair, keeping two elevators chained after inspectors sealed them as dangerous. Former Congresswoman Ruth Pratt, landlord of the consulate building, faces municipal and federal court actions over the dispute. The Russians argue they lack funds and claim diplomatic immunity, while Pratt pursues eviction and repairs before selling the building to Mrs. M Hartley Dodge.
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