Carter economic plan edges forward in Congress
In Washington the Carter program gains momentum as a $4 billion public works bill clears conference, Senate approval nears, and House action looms. A $20 billion stimulus and anti recession aid are set for Senate today with youth employment and public works funding planned, while budget fights and energy policy enter a new stage.
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Mostly cloudy with a good chance of showers or thunderstorms this afternoon or tonight. Slight chance of thundershowers Tuesday. Highs 75 to 80, tonight around 60, Tuesday near 80. Winds southeast 5 to 15 mph. Precipitation probabilities 50 percent this afternoon and tonight, 20 percent Tuesday.
Nixon denies cover up involved in Watergate scandal
Nixon tells David Frost he did not intend a criminal cover up but sought to contain the Watergate affair to protect innocent people. He admits his prior claims of keeping FBI out of national security matters were untrue and notes possible hush money payments. transcripts and tapes are disputed by Charles Colson.
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Runaway oilwell finally capped in North Sea
Red Adair and his team sealed a runaway Ekofisk oil well after more than a week of gushing oil. The fifth attempt, aided by a minor valve modification, ended the spill that stretched a slick larger than Delaware. Phillips Petroleum praised the decisive effort and Adair prepared to fly home.
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Intercepted Letter to Cha Reminds of Short Life
A fragmentary note reads Dear Cha and urges that life is too short to be abused, ending with Yours in a terse personal farewell. The text provides a glimpse of a private message captured in a historical page.
Gas tax and rebates in limbo under Carter energy plan
UPI reports Congress may or may not raise gasoline taxes or grant rebates for energy efficient autos as proposed by President Carter. Senators and representatives urge caution, with Sen. Henry Jackson saying the tax hike is politically unworkable and Rep. Al Ullman noting rebates are complex and may be retroactive if approved.
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James Earl Ray pleads for new trial in King case
James Earl Ray told ABC that he was at a Memphis gas station in 1968 while his Mustang was serviced when Martin Luther King Jr was killed. Ray, who originally pleaded guilty, seeks a new trial claiming a man named Raoul may be responsible. Lane’s interview aired as part of his conspiracist books. Ray recalled car trouble and a police roadblock near the shooting site. The FBI and Justice Department reviews found Ray did kill King with a rifle.
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Altoona's mayor retires after 30 years in office
William Hansen, Altoona mayor for 30 years, announced he will not seek re election. A retirement celebration drew nearly 400 people from Altoona and neighboring towns. Hansen recalled guiding the city through debt relief and growth while leading council work, with no pay for council members. He plans more time with cemeteries, whiskey bottle and pencil collections.
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