Rescue of Jamieson after two days trapped in Bronson Cave
Samuel L Jamieson Jr 21 and William Grooms 18 entered Bronson Cave at Spring Mill State Park amid rising floodwaters. Jamieson, clinging to a ledge, was swept and then found aboard a raft by rescue crews 400 feet from the cave mouth. He credits survival to luck and a moment of prayer, calling escape a miracle.
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Bedford, Inc
UPT
Samuel L. Jamieson Jr
Bronson Cave
Spring Mill Stare Park
Jameson
William Grooms
Granger, Trul
Grooms
Jamieson
Indiana
Larry Valentine
Return to free market predicted by Nixon plan
SAN FRANCISCO CP1 Phase V of Nixon economic controls will be a phase-out returning to a free competitive market says James W. McLane director of a council group. He notes Phase IV is the last government control set and the new measures aim to increase supply and reduce prices. The administration argues sound policy favors modest price increases now to avoid shortages later.
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San Francisco
Cp1
Nixon
Coa. of Living Council
Menther
James W. McLane
Council
the Commonwealth (Ube
First Lady of agriculture critiques rising food costs
In Sacramento California the first lady of agriculture criticizes food prices as Kristin Christensen notes prices are jumping. she predicts grocers may raise prices further while describing shopping costs as a small share of household spending. The state agriculture director calls her a trooper who understands consumer concerns.
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Sacramento
California
Statehood
CR. Christensen
Christensen
Solon Says Probe to Uncover Pentagon Bombing Deceit
Senator Harold Hughes asserts forthcoming disclosures on Pentagon deceit over Cambodia bombing before 1970. A Senate Armed Services Committee probe into secret Cambodia raids began amid claims by Pentagon spokesman Jerry Friedheim that records were falsified to hide raids, with testimony noting 100000 plus tons of bombs dropped in 14 years. Symington pledges thorough inquiry into who ordered tactics and falsified records, while Schlesinger defends the Pentagon saying the misleading information was improperly sent to Congress.
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Pentagon
Jerry Friedheim
Air Korea
Cambodia
Naren
Stuart Symington
D-Mo
Hughes
Friedheim
Congress
Fac
Symington
Berle G. ‘Wheeler
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Abont
Defense
James R. Schlesinger
House Appropriations
Safety council warns on fire risk in children's sleepwear
The National Safety Council urges vigilance in buying small children nightwear despite federal flame retardant rules. Experts note many garments lack protection, advise close fitting, tightly woven fabrics and caution with wool. Synthetics may melt and cause deep burns if ignited.
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Anicagg
IPT
National Safety Council
Delegates Conclude Meeting On Charter Commission
Democratic and Charter Commission delegates wrap a three day session in Fort Collins to decide how many delegates to elect and how to form the 1974 national party conference. A major split focused on whether to broaden the agenda beyond charter issues, with liberal members pushing social topics amid calls for unity.
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Fort Collins
Cali
UPI
Charter Commission
Hodding Carfar UT
Te Delta
Migs
Democrat Times
Arms fund for AEC approved in Senate move
The Senate restored 177 million dollars for the Atomic Energy Commission Weapons program in the Public Works Appropriations Bill, after House cuts. Senator Alan Bible led the floor action, with the money set to avert layoffs at the Nevada Test Site feared to exceed 1,000. The measure advances to a Senate-House conference to resolve differences.
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Waskington
USB
Senate
Atomic Energy Commission
Alan Bible
T-Nev
House of Representatives
ABC
Nevada
House
Nixon Welcomes Shah of Iran at White House
President Nixon greets Shah of Iran as a “work statesman” and signals U S intent to push peace and stability in the Persian Gulf. The two leaders plan two days of talks after the Shah’s arrival, amid Iran seeking new supersonic jets and a stronger military stance.
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Washington
Nixon
Iran
Persian Gulf
Middle East
United States
Nixo
Persiaa Gulf
U.S
Judge orders restart of HUD low income housing funds
UPI reports U.S District Judge Charles R. Richey ruled that the Nixon administration unlawfully suspended HUD housing subsidies. The order requires immediate resumption of more than 437 million intended for low and moderate income families, overriding the secretary's prior halting decision and affirming congressional intent to keep programs continuous. The decision drew praise from the National Committee Against Discrimination in Housing for restoring access to crucial housing opportunities for millions of minority and low income people.
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Washington
UPI
Department of Housing and Urban Development
HUD
Charles R. Richey
Nixon
George Romney
Richey
Romney
James‘. Lynn
HUD J
National Committee Against Discrimination In Housing
U.S
Indians oppose Alaska oil pipeline crossing Athabascan land
A cooporation representing 10,000 Athabascan Indians vows to oppose the Alaskan pipeline route across their land. More than 210 miles would cross land claimed by Doyen Ltd under the Alaska Native Claims Act. The corporation says oil royalties cannot compensate for the loss of their lifestyle.
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Fatrbanks, Alaska
Tipy
Athabascan
Alyeshia
Doyen, Ltd
Corporation
Pope
Corgenstion
Nader urges ban on unsafe VW four passenger vehicle King
Consumer advocate Tealph Nader and Dr. Carl Nash urge James Wilson of the NHTSA to bar import and sale of Volkswagen built four passenger off road vehicle The Thing until it meets federal safety standards They call for a recall of already marketed units for safety upgrades VW argues the vehicle meets applicable standards and dismisses the critique They warn American manufacturers may imitate if action is delayed
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Washington
UPL
Tealph Nader
Nader
Carl Nash
James J. Wilsor
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Volkswagen of America
Nader and Nash
Nash
Wilson
Senators propose extending public funding to presidential primaries
Senators Mondale and Schweiker introduced a bipartisan bill to add federal subsidies for primary campaigns alongside general election financing. The plan caps candidate spending at 15 million for nominations and 30 million for the general race, aiming to reduce big money influence and give voters a stronger voice. John Gardner of Common Cause joined at the unveiling, signaling support from reform groups.
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Washington
UPI
Walter F. Mondale
D-Minn
Richard Schneicher
R-Pa
Mondale
Schweicker
Mondaieami Schweicker
Senate
Pentagon says base closings cut U.S. jobs
The Defense Department reports 154000 civilian jobs cut at home and 4100 abroad due to base closures or downsizing since the current administration began. It cites 191 U.S. bases and 25 overseas closures, with ongoing readiness for 40 more.
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USPT
U.S
Wixon
Pentagon
United States
Defense Department
Nixon Administration
Vietnam
Congress
Lalward M. Kennedy
Dmass
Alan Cranston
D-Calif
Senate Acts to End Sex Bias in Credit Access
Washington power play moves to outlaw discrimination in granting or denying credit including cash plans mortgage loans and charge accounts. The Equal Credit Opportunity Act would be enforced by federal bank regulators for financial institutions and by the FTC for other creditors.
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UPL
Senate
House
Federal Trade Commission
FTC
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