Detente Shakeup: Schlesinger Colby Fired in Ford Admin
Washington sources say President Ford dismissed defense secretary James Schlesinger and CIA chief William Colby amid a detente dispute. Henry Kissinger shifts from NSC chair, with Melvin Laird and others seen as prime movers in the transition. News conference scheduled. no official White House comment.
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Ford Sadat Polishing Reactor Deal Sparks Shakeup
Washington sources say Ford fired Defense Secretary James Schlesinger and CIA Director William Colby amid detente disputes. A US Egypt nuclear pact with two reactors and $1.2 billion cost is discussed with Israel, while Lebanon tensions prompt warnings to Syria and Israel to avoid interference. Sadat visits the US with reports of a congressional speech.
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High Court to Rule on Oil Tariffs Case
The Supreme Court agreed to review a court ruling blocking President Ford from imposing license fees on oil imports worth about 4.8 billion dollars yearly. The challenge came from eight states and others. the government defends the fees as a national security measure to curb oil dependence.
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Bangladesh Troop Clashes Reported Amid Coup Aftermath
New Delhi reports say army forces clashed inside a Bangladesh barracks amid power struggles within the military backed government that toppled Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on August 15. Dhaka’s international airport shut and most overseas communications cut as tensions rose with no confirmed coup d etat.
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SLA linked to 2 executions in Los Angeles killings
James Holiday and Michael Cowan, both tied to the SLA, faced arrest after shootings that killed two, wounded two, and left a woman injured. Holiday, freed last July after 15 years for murder, had multiple visits from SLA members in the 1970s. Cowan, 29, said to be high in SLA, was paroled November 31 for kidnap and rape. Police seek two other suspects. motives unclear, possibly narcotics tied.
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Israeli Cargo Through Suez Breaks 15-Year Gap
A Greek-flag Olympus loaded with Romanian content for Israel passed through the Suez Canal, first nonstrategic Israeli cargo such as this in at least 15 years. The voyage, enabled by Kissinger brokered Sinai accord, heads to Elath after refueling with phosphate for Europe.
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Topkapi Style Cathedral Theft Stuns Cologne
In Cologne Germany a bold Topkapi style theft targets Europe's largest Gothic church, stealing 15 religious objects and stones worth between two and eight million dollars. A worldwide manhunt, Interpol entreaty, and a $20,000 reward from Cardinal Hoeffner accompany details of rope climbing burglars and a watchman who heard noises at 12:30.
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Surprise Move Could Undercut Reagan Effort
Vice President Nelson Rockefeller on Monday said he does not want his name entered as Ford’s running mate in 1976. The withdrawal opens room for maneuver in the Republican field, potentially weakening Ronald Reagan’s position and leaving Rockefeller’s own political plans in doubt.
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Stitch in Time Saves Nothing Without Fuel
A quirky note frames a caution about timing and effort, joking that even timely stitches fail without the right motive or energy. The piece hints at practical humor rather than a narrative, using a sewing metaphor to comment on motivation and progress.
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