Chinese Officials Anticipate Ford Visit to Peking
Delegation led by Sen. Charles Percy reports Beijing hopes for Ford’s November trip while full diplomatic ties remain blocked by U S recognition of Taiwan and troop presence. Beijing values the nuclear shield and U S ties though no substantive agreement expected.
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Ford position questioned in heated House remarks
House Committee chair accuses President Ford of refusing federal loan backing to New York City for political reasons while a House plan to guarantee loans is said to pass today. Rep Reuss recalls Joe McCarthy and says Ford aims to draw extreme right voters into his camp but is not an evil man.
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FDA weighs labeling for peanut spreads as imitation peanut butter
UPI reports the FDA may require peanut spreads to declare real peanut content. The agency found some brands labeled peanut spread vary from 25 to 60 percent peanut content and lack clear nutritionally equivalent labeling. The proposal appears in the Federal Register for public comment.
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Future coin shapes size and denominations proposed
Research Triangle Institute working with the Mint forecasts coin needs through 1900 and suggests possible new denominations and smaller coins. Economist David H Studhard notes a potential 25 percent reduction in coin quantities with the new system. The study plans to consult manufacturers, retailers, banks, and the public before issuing recommendations.
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Norfolk dairy plant gutted by four hour blaze
Fire gutted the Gillette dairy Processing plant on the east edge of Norfolk. Fire Chief Larry Reeves and State Fire Marshal Berlin Hanson planned to inspect the site for a cause. The west end collapsed, an east room was salvaged, and Battle Creek firemen assisted. No injuries were reported.
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Heidi Hook Receives Support Soldier of the Cycle Award
SPEC 4 Heidi Hook of Columbus receives the Support Soldier of the Cycle award at Fort Ord from Brigade Commander Col. James E. Crow. The honor goes to a behind the scenes soldier recognized for exemplary service though not always in the spotlight.
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Treasury to revive the two dollar bill with Jefferson design
The U S Treasury may reintroduce the two dollar bill after 1888 removal to cut printing costs. Officials intend a patriotic revamp with a bicentennial theme, possibly featuring Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration on the back. Officials expect a July 4 rollout and annual print runs around 400 million.
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Weekend world briefings from UPI across three nations
Supreme Court Justice Douglas leaves Walter Reed after a stroke recovery, with a fever previously noted. In India four soldiers die as Chinese forces cross the border in a clash the government calls the first in six years. Lisbon plans a military tribunal for right wing coup suspects, while a North Sea oil rig off Stavanger is destroyed by fire killing one and injuring three.
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Moore decision by Wednesday
Federal Judge Samuel Conti must decide by Wednesday whether trial preparations for Sara Jane Moore can begin before her mental competence is determined. Conti follows a Court of Appeals directive to reply to public defender James Hewitt, who argues Moore’s plea, arraignment and preparation should wait until competency is declared. The case centers on Moore’s charge of attempting to assassinate the President, with sanity proceedings to be resolved prior to setting trial dates.
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Dollar slips on European markets as currencies open lower
The dollar eased at market open across European centers with falls against the German mark to 2.5510 and Swiss franc to 2.6200. Other majors moved modestly lower or steady as gold held around $143 an ounce in Zurich and London.
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Meteorites Reveal Earth's Age at 4.5 Billion Years
Meteorite studies classify space rocks into irons, stony irons, and stones to determine Earth's age around 4.5 billion years. Researchers analyze chemical compositions to date the planet.
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Hearst Hearing Set on Tuesday in Competence Case
In San Francisco federal court Patricia Hearst faces a crucial hearing to determine her competence to stand trial. Judge Oliver J. Carter will rule on a motion by Hearst's attorneys seeking placement in a psychiatric facility as three court psychiatrists evaluate her state after 19 months with the Symbionese Liberation Army. Federal prosecutors may push for trial by December 27 if found competent, amid related LA charges and prior SLA involvement.
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United States population rose by 8.2 million from 1970 to 1974 while the number of foot doctors grew by seven, from 7,113 to 7,120, according to the National Center for Health Statistics.
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Nebraska receives DEA funds for regional drug enforcement
The Drug Enforcement Administration has been awarded a $499,500 grant to support drug enforcement efforts in seven states, including Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, and others. Richard W. Velde, administrator of the Office of Law Enforcement Assistance, said the funds will aid prosecutors and efforts to reduce drug activity and help addicts receive treatment.
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