Disabled veterans seize Lisbon radio in fifth day of protests
In Lisbon, Portugal disabled war veterans from colonial wars invade the national radio station and broadcast appeals for work not alms. They vow to continue the struggle until final victory as the Supreme Revolutionary Council prepares to meet to discuss demands. In Manchester, England, Prime Minister Harold Wilson says beer can aid weight loss for those who switch from hard liquor, noting a 14 pound drop since last year.
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Considine in Critical Condition After Stroke in Manhattan
Your Nation In Brief reports columnist Robert B. Considine, 68, of King Features, suffered a stroke Monday in his Manhattan apartment and was taken to New York Medical Center University Hospital in critical condition. The item appears with other AP briefs noting canal treaty remote prospects and Glen Campbell divorce filing in Los Angeles.
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King Features Syndicate
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Considine
New York Medical Center University Hospital
Los Angeles
Glen Campbell
Billie Jean Campbell
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Houston
Galveston
Billie Jean Nunley
Las Vegas
Diane Kirk
Fire destroys two downtown Belle Vernon buildings
In Belle Vernon Westmoreland County two structures housing Waisek's Market and Standard Pharmacy plus apartments were gutted by a 6 am fire. Six fire companies fought the blaze as flames shot 100 feet. No injuries reported and cause undetermined by nightfall.
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Westmoreland County
Waisek's Market
McKeesport May Face One Third Layoffs Next Week
Mayor John Pribanic warns McKeesport may lay off about one third of its 10k city workers next week due to a projected 500000 shortfall in tax revenues. Blue collar and administrative staff could be affected as the city tackles a deficit in the final quarter of the year.
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Shapp Opens Presidential Bid Citing Fiscal Crisis Risk
Pennsylvania Governor Milton J. Shapp announced his bid for the Democratic nomination in Washington. He warned that without bold investment to stimulate the economy the U.S. could face an unstable government, inflation, and rising costs from megabusiness profits. He urged reducing the cash crunch and restoring domestic strength to curb crime and welfare issues.
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White House
Face To Face Meetings Still Part Of Ford
President Ford defends crowds and face to face talks as essential to obtain good advice despite assassination scare. He plans travels to Chicago and beyond while Secret Service reviews protection methods. Betty Ford urged caution but not a halt to trips as GOP leaders advise reducing hazards of travel.
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Cost Of Living Push From Erie County Union For $1000-A-Year Hikes
Erie County workers in Local 2666 AFSCME seek a three year contract with pay hikes of 1000 dollars per employee annually plus cost of living adjustments. The package includes fringe benefits like eye care and a personal day off. The county counteroffer is expected to be well below 1000 per year.
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Federal Parole Board
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Top County Union
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Angelo Criscione
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Prothonotary’s
Strike Voted On NCR Service Technicians Across Seven Cities
About 500 National Cash Register Co. service technicians in St. Louis Detroit Cleveland Pittsburgh Philadelphia New Brunswick and Hempstead voted to authorize a strike after 3 1/2 months of negotiations failed to yield a contract. BRAC President C L Dennis cited a 4 percent offer as insufficient and warned of a strike next week if bargaining does not improve. The action involves BRAC members in the NCR service force. Jordan Proclaimed in 1914 the British mandate over Transjordan ended and the Kingdom of Jordan was proclaimed.
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