Butz Defends Farm as Grain Sales Face Scrutiny
Washington reports Agriculture Secretary Butz warned food prices may rise slightly this year but farmers won’t bear full blame. He disputed claims that last summer’s wheat sales to Russia harmed housewives and noted government moves to raise grain and meat supplies for consumers. Officials said set asides could return about 35 million acres to production while extending storage loans and easing support lines to meet demand.
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Federal officials split on federal airport police force
Federal aviation leaders debate creating a national police for hijacking. Secretary Volpe argues against a new federal force, saying it would be wasteful and intrusive and that airport security should stay with local officials. Critics claim the move would curb air piracy and pressure noncooperative nations.
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Labor blasts Nixon promises in new AFL report
Organized labor criticizes the 93rd Congress and President Nixon for unkept promises and ignored needs. AFL-CIO legislative director Andrew Rienheimer, author of a 134 page booklet, says health care, the economy, taxes, trade and consumer protection loom as urgent issues for the new Congress.
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Official says TV proposal will reduce FCC power
New York report outlines remarks by Clay Whitehead head of the Office of Telecommunications Policy. He argues administration proposals aim to curb federal control, reducing FCC review from every three to five years and limiting criteria for license decisions. Whitehead defends broad access to diverse viewpoints while avoiding specifics on enforcement or ascribing motives.
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State dept cites progress in US Cuban hijack pact talks
Washington report notes some movement on both sides but key issues remain to be threshed out in negotiations. spokesman Charles W. Bray declined to reveal details or the nature of the latest Cuban message last week as talks continue to foil airline hijackers.
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FCC ends public inquiry into ban on ads in children's TV
After two years of study the Federal Communications Commission concluded its public inquiry into a proposed ban on commercials in children's television shows. The panel offered few cues on timing, with Chairman Dewey Burh suggesting a decision could come as soon as possible. The NAB has already told producers not to sponsor products during kids' programs, impacting industry.
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Razor-tongued Rule testifies before Senate subcommittee
Admiral Isaac Kidd describes Rule’s transfer to the Anacostia Naval Yard as a lateral move while Rule claims he was demoted for speaking truth. The testimony centers on Navy procurement, Litton and Grumman pressure, and the integrity of leadership within the procurement program.
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Nixon cites modest federal cut as payroll drops
A congressional report from a joint committee notes the federal civilian payroll stood at 2,779,624 at year end, down 48,867 from a year earlier. The decline mainly came from the Defense and Postal Service layoffs, with 41,158 and 40,338 jobs eliminated respectively.
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Nixon not planning European trip this spring
Washington reports that President Nixon has no plans to visit Europe this spring. The White House attributed rumors of meetings with European heads of state to speculation and noted no cancellation due to anti American sentiment over the bombing of North Vietnam.
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Capitol briefs Nixon choice may face filibuster
UPI reports Senator Harold Hughes of Iowa suggested a filibuster could block Senate confirmation of Elliot L. Richardson as defense secretary to oppose the Vietnam War. He cautioned the move would be symbolic and not likely to gain broad support, though he could organize a protest if enough senators joined.
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Site Defense chosen over Safeguard for Washington ABM defense
A high Army official says the Safeguard antiballistic missile system is dead as a plan for Washington. The alternative Site Defense program, described as simpler and less controversial, is now the likely ABM defense for the capital. Robert J. Johnson, Assistant Secretary of the Army, noted Safeguard production has ended, while Site Defense proceeds, with initial talks of 12 locations including Washington.
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Army Streamlines Command Structure For Readiness
AP reports the Army will cut overall personnel by about 19 000 to 13 000 military and civilian staff, create two new major commands, and boost National Guard and reserve preparedness while avoiding base closures and cutting generals. The move aims to save between 1 and 200 million dollars over four years and enhance readiness and efficiency.
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Abortion film distribution delayed amid political pressure
Dr Louis M Hellman confirms the planned distribution of a controversial population film to schools is temporarily halted due to sensitivities. He notes pressure reaching the White House prompted a review by the Secretary, calling it a political decision rather than a technical one.
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