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Senate approves Nixon era economic controls bill
Senate supporters pass the president's plan to extend wage and price controls through April 30, 1973, with 85 votes to 4 despite misgivings. House debates dislodging the measure as Patman presses for action, while provisions shield major media firms and banks from some controls and extend power to curb wages and profits. FDA recalls Camembert and Brie cheeses over harmful bacteria sickening 143 people. Menzies hospitalized after a mild stroke in Melbourne.
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