Supreme Court rules against women in Social Security and name cases
The high court rulings deny Social Security benefits to a divorced wife under 62 caring for a child and upheld a rule forcing a woman to use her husband's surname on legal papers. Justice Stewart noted Congress’ intent to protect families amid drastic changes in marital status. The decision reiterates ongoing gendered classifications in Social Security and related regulation.
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Israel asks the United States to boost arms aid
Israel seeks a further 500 million dollars in military assistance from the United States, arguing inflation has raised defense costs. If approved, total aid would total about 2 billion, with 1.5 billion for military and 500 million for economic support.
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Bomb threats plague schools in national study
A U S report finds 6.7 percent of U S schools reported at least one bomb offense between Sept 1974 and Jan 1976. Inner city and junior high schools show higher rates. California and Arizona patterns vary by locale. HEW statisticians caution results may understate the problem since only offenses reported to police are counted.
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U S envoy returns to Panama canal talks amid controversy
Special U S Ambassador Ellsworth Bunker arrives on Contadora Island for new round of 12 year canal treaty negotiations. Panamanian Foreign Minister Aquilina Boyd, U S Ambassador William Jorden and Panama's Nicolas Gonzalez Revilla attend as talks proceed toward the weekend.
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Ford's energy czar plans to leave
Frank G. Zarb, President Ford's Federal Energy Administrator, will leave his post. The White House announced the departure on a Monday, two years after his appointment, with the effective date and successor details still undecided.
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Ford and solons discuss major federal pay raise
President Ford and Sen Robert Griffin, R Michigan, backed by Pete Petron head the federal salary commission recommending an average pay rise with strict ethics rules. Griffin warned any raise would link to tighter conduct codes. he urged Congress to accept strict standards. Ford aides say tax cuts remain central as advisers finalize proposals for a plan aimed at easing the burden on middle incomes.
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FBI seeks citizens help to curb crime against elderly
FBI Director Clarence Kelley urged civilians to aid in protecting seniors from crime. He said law enforcement has nearly peaked in capability and progress, and emphasized community safety programs and cooperation with police to safeguard the elderly.
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Government cites danger in candles
The Consumer Product Safety Commission warns some votive and other candles use lead-core wicks despite health concerns. Two firms Queens Braidworks Inc New York and American Wick Co North Bergen NJ continue production. Consumers can detect lead-core wicks by inspecting the exposed lead wire under the cotton braid.
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Agnew pardon bid confirmed by White House
The White House confirmed a lawyer raised a pardon for former Vice President Spiro Agnew and was referred to the Justice Department. Press Secretary Ron Nessen said Deputy White House Counsel Edward Schruols spoke to the lawyer and the inquiry was routed to the department. Justice says it has received one inquiry.
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