Inflation rises in December drives 1970 to second-worst year
Washington reports December living costs up 0.5 percent led by housing services medical care and food. For 1970 the CPI rose 5.5 percent, second only to a historic 1989 rise, pushing the index to 136.4 with $13.85 now needed to cover $10 of 1957 59 costs. The report notes modest paycheck gains but annual purchasing power fell about 1 percent.
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Nun Ordered Released on Bail in Grand Jury Testimony Case
A three judge appeals court in Philadelphia ordered the release of nun Sister Jagues Egan on her own recognizance after she refused to testify before a federal grand jury investigating a kidnap plot. Bail plea by attorney Jack Levine granted.
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UPT
Jack Levine
Jagues Egan
Three Iowa Route Options for Railpax Chicago Omaha Line
The Railpax Corp may pick one of three Iowa routes for its Chicago to Omaha service. Choices include Marion, Des Moines, Ottumwa, or a Des Moines area option. The decision shapes the transport corridor along the Chicago San Francisco line.
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Towa
Railpax Corp
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Omaha
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Des Moines
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Nixon budget message highlights in 1972 plan
Textual highlights of President Nixon's budget message to congress focus on defense and human resources spending, a full employment budget, inflation strategy, revenue sharing, welfare proposals, and a continued U.S. role in foreign relations. The document emphasizes fair governance, environmental and housing goals, and a shift toward empowering private citizens and state local governments.
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Nixon
Congress
Full Employment Budget Aims at Record 229.2 Billion Spending
President Nixon outlines a 1972 budget built on two large deficits totaling 20.2 billion, proposing a full employment budget to spur growth without new taxes. He seeks 229.2 billion in revenue and 212.8 billion in outlays, with expansionary, not inflationary, aims and automatic cost of living adjustments for Social Security.
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Mine Deaths Blamed On Illegal Practices
The Bureau of Mines found illegal blasting practices and insufficient rock dust caused the Hyden Kentucky coal mine explosion that killed 38. Samples showed dynamite used and coal dust spread. charges may lead to civil penalties or criminal prosecution. The mine, owned by Charles and Stanley Finley, faced potential penalties up to 25000 dollars and a year in jail.
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Interior Department
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Iicom
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Stanley Finley
Hyden
Bureau of Mines
Mega
Floods Caused by Cyclone Felice Hit Mozambique
In Mozambique, hundreds are feared dead as Cyclone Felice plowed ashore near Quelimane on the Indian Ocean coast. Aerial reports describe Quelimane as an island with water towering over palm trees, while Beira remains the nearest major reference point.
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Felice
Mozambique
Assa
Quelimane
Indian Ocean
Beira
Regio
Blizzard Watch Across Iowa From Friday Night
A blizzard warning is issued for northern Iowa and all sections of the state as a storm from North Dakota moves southeast. Strong northeast winds 30 to 50 mph, sharp temperature drops, and light snow threaten blizzard or near blizzard conditions, especially in the northeast. lows 5 to 10 above in the south, near zero in the north.
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Towa
Associated Press
North Dakota
Lowa
Gazette
Iowa
Charges on Koster Are Dismissed
Washington AP The army dropped charges against Major General Samuel Koster over alleged My Lai cover up. Lt Gen Seaman cited lack of evidence for five specifications and said dismissal best serves justice. Two specifications had some support but did not involve intentional failure to act. Koster, former Americal division commander, later held West Point post before resignation. Officers Henderson and Johnson remain in court, with Medina and Kotour also charged.
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Samuel Koster
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Jonathan Seaman
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Fort Meade
William Galley
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Dennis Johnson
Calley
Ernest Medina
Eugene Kotour
Secretary Rogers warns of critical Vietnam pullout period
In Washington, Secretary Rogers said a critical phase lies ahead in withdrawing U S troops from South Vietnam and stressed that all necessary steps will be taken to prevent enemy forces from massing for attacks. In New Hampshire, four climbers missing on Mount Washington were found safe and in good condition after being missing since Tuesday.
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N. H
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Chuckle on Government Gelling? A Silly Take
A playful line wonders about avoiding the government you pay for and jokes about confusion. The garbled text hints at satire and wordplay rather than a clear news item, leaving readers with a light, humorous misread.
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