Israel weighs partial Sinai pullback in peace talks
Israeli Premier Golda Meir convened her cabinet to study Gunnar Jarring's UN backed peace plan. U S and Egypt press Israel for a positive reply while Israel signals readiness to relinquish some Arab lands but insists on secure borders and a formal treaty with Egypt before any full withdrawal.
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Senators urge new agency to fix housing crisis
A Senate committee labeled federal housing efforts a failure, saying the government demolished more homes than it built and overstated subsidies for substandard housing. It accused FHA of discriminatory policies denying central city loans, worsening city slums and social ills like crime and infant mortality. Senator McGovern proposed an Emergency Rural Home Development Administration to provide basic housing and services in towns and rural areas within five years.
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Senators accuse farm housing agency of denying aid
The Senate Select Committee of Nutrition and Human Needs criticized the Farmers Home Administration for a "curious logic" that blocks loans for poor families deemed unable to pay a mortgage after deducting needs. The report cites cases where rural residents face denial despite desperate housing needs, calling for removal of arbitrary barriers to substandard housing.
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Mitchell predicts Nixon will seek re election in 1972
Atty Gen John N Mitchell says Nixon will run in 1972 with Spiro Agnew as running mate. Mitchell, once Nixon's law partner, told CBS Morning News that a one term presidency is possible for anyone but not for the incumbent. The taped interview aired today.
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Interior Dept official resigns undersecretary post
Washington reports that Tred J. Russell has resigned as undersecretary of the Interior Department amid internal friction and pressure after the dismissal of Walter Hickel and the installation of Rogers Morton. A government source cites several embarrassing decisions during Russell's tenure as contributing factors.
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Nixon seeks plan to halt rail strike nationwide
President Nixon asked Congress to grant power to impose a settlement or limit strikes and lockouts after March. Congress had barred a strike in December and three unions have accepted wage increases, while the United Transportation Union with 50,000 members has not signed.
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White House reverses on Model Cities funds plan
Washington AP The White House abruptly reversed course planning a nationwide freeze on Model Cities federal funds through year end 1973. HUD canceled draft letters that would have cut off funds and left many cities without support, after protests from National League of Cities and the mayors conference.
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Dumke Opposes Cuts by Raising Enrollment at Cal State
Los Angeles AP reports Chancellor Glenn Dumke favored increasing student numbers over sacrificing education quality. He told an 85-member advisory council that the state college system faces a $315 million 1971-72 budget, $5 million above the current year, amid a projected 20,000 new admits. He warned the plan could crimp new programs.
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Flammable standards proposed in carpeting safety move
In 1967 Congress directed the Commerce Department to set rugs and carpet flammability standards. After a deadly 1970 Marietta nursing home fire, the standards were issued this year. The FTC proposed manufacturing tests and periodic yardage checks starting at production then every 50 000 yards. A public hearing is set for March 17 and standards take effect April 16. Prime Minister Colombo arrives for White House visit and talks with Nixon focus on European security and US trade policy.
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Italy
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Judge rules out Berkeley ballot peace proposal in April
Alameda County Superior Court Judge Lyle Cook threw out the case and ordered Berkeley to prepare the April 6 ballot without the peace declaration. A two day stay was granted if contenders appeal to the state Supreme Court. The Red Family sponsored petition qualifies for ballot despite the ruling.
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Explosions Hit U S Turkey Installations
Explosions struck U S and British sites in Istanbul damaging windows but not causing major harm. Targeted locations included two U S military installations, the British consulate, a Turkish American bank, Shell oil related sites, and a private college. An Ankara blast damaged a car. two schoolboys were injured by a street explosive. Police blamed left wing extremists amid broader anti U S activity.
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Ang- Yo-Dutch Shell Oil Co
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Calley Tells Story Before My Lai Trial Begins
Lt Calley, a U S Army first lieutenant accused as chief trigger man in the My Lai massacre, prepares to testify as the trial nears. A defense lawyer described his forthcoming remarks as a preview to the six judges, outlining his rough youth in Miami and early schooling troubles.
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