Federal agencies push changes on metrics and mail
A roundup of federal actions includes delaying the metric system transition to let the U S Metric Board set the shift and the CAB weighing airline fare controls. Also noted are eased postal service cuts after a House committee backed Saturday deliveries and rural offices with $2 billion authorized.
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Senate OKs graduated rise in minimum wage to 3 35 by 1981
The Senate approved a three stage minimum wage bill raising from 2.30 to 3.35 an hour by 1981 in steps of 2.90 in 1979 3.10 in 1980 and 3.35 in 1981. The House will consider it next. the plan affects about five million workers and expands small business exemptions and tipped worker rules.
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Andrew Young Cleared of Campaign Fund Charge
Washington AP Andrew Young U N ambassador has been cleared of allegations that he wrote a letter for a convicted Atlanta pornography dealer in return for campaign contributions to President Carter. The Justice Department confirmed the ongoing Michael Thevis probe but declined to detail it.
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Senate weighs televising canal treaty debate
In Washington the Senate considers a resolution to televise live floor debate on the Panama Canal treaty next year. Sponsors include Senate Majority Leader Byrd and Minority Leader Baker, who argue the treaty warrants a historic televised session as a national and international interest.
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Prince Charles Alleges Embezzlement in Belgium
Prince Charles 74 files a complaint claiming he was embezzled of up to 890000 dollars. Police have conducted house searches tied to the allegations, believed linked to real estate ventures. The prince has faced several court cases in recent years.
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