Detente dispute sparks Ford shake-up in high level purge
Washington sources say President Ford fired defense secretary James Schlesinger and CIA director William Colby amid detente tensions. Henry Kissinger gives up a top National Security Council post as the transition group shapes the reshuffle with Melvin Laird and William Scranton influential in the effort.
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Ford schedules 630 PM news conference amid shakeup
Washington AP reporting that President Ford will hold a news conference at 6 30 p m tonight with CBS NBC and ABC set for live coverage. Rumors name Rumsfeld as potential secretary of defense as dismissals trace to tensions over detente and policy. Colby expected to depart next year amid CIA criticism. White House did not issue formal word and Nessen canceled the daily briefing as changes loom. Kissinger to step down as head of the department.
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Ford and Sadat discuss polishing reactor deal in U S
Washington reports Ford dismissed Defense Secretary Colby amid a detente dispute as Sadat wraps a 10 day U S visit. Kissinger outlined a plan for two U S nuclear reactors to Egypt with strict safeguards and inspection terms, costing about 1.2 billion dollars, tied to Egypt’s economic aid and Lebanon tensions with Israel and Syria.
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High Court to decide oil import tariffs question
The Supreme Court agreed to review a lower court ruling blocking President Ford from imposing license fees on oil imports estimated at 4.8 billion dollars annually. Eight northeastern states, their governors, ten utility firms and Rep. Robert Drinan challenge the fees as beyond executive authority. Massachusetts AG Bellotti calls the case academic since fees were suspended. Ford argues tariffs are a valid measure to curb oil dependence. The appeals court said such fees are indirect controls, not direct quotas.
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Fighting in Dhaka Splits Bangladesh Military Rule
In Dhaka, clashes between rival army factions under the military backed government erupted early Monday. Barracks gunfire halted traffic and forced the closure of the international airport as Western and Japanese sources note a power struggle within the regime established after the Aug. 15 coup.
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SLA Linked to 2 Executions in Los Angeles Shootings
Los Angeles police tied two arrests to an execution style gang killing spree that left two dead and two injured in South Los Angeles. James Holiday, released last year after nearly 15 years for murder, and Michael Cowans, 29, were detained amid SLA links and prior San Quentin paroles. Investigators noted possible narcotics motives, while seeking two other suspects.
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Israeli cargo through Suez via Greek ship marks first in 15 years
Tel Aviv reports that a 9645 ton Greek ship leased to Zim Lines carried Romanian cement through the Suez Canal, the first non-strategic voyage in 15 years. The Olympus, bound for Eilat, will load phosphate for Europe before returning south to north through the canal, under the Sinai accord brokered by Henry Kissinger.
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Topkapi Style Cathedral Theft Shocks Cologne
A daring robbery at Cologne Cathedral, 13th century Gothic landmark, involved mountain climbing gear and ropes to steal 15 religious objects and jewels. Police seek two or more suspects, offer a 20000 reward, and plan an Interpol dragnet as the value ranges from two to eight million dollars.
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Surprise Move Dims Ford Reagan VP Clash in 1976
Vice president Nelson Rockefeller announced on Monday that he does not want to be Ford's running mate, stepping aside in a sudden move that reshapes the 1976 Republican contest. The decision opens room for a new VP pick, fuels speculation about Rockefeller potential future presidential bids, and clouds Ford's campaign path as he plans to address the convention next summer.
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A Stitch In Time Keeps No Record Of Repairs
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