Senate backs faster rise in Social Security benefits
The Senate approved an amendment to speed up a 4.59 percent Social Security increase, making benefits effective upon enactment rather than in June 1974. The vote was 98 to 31 with Humphrey’s proposal offsetting costs at about $2 billion yearly, while a rival Gurney amendment would raise annuities for pre October 2, 1969 retirees at additional expense.
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Nixon asks Congress to help ready budget
Washington report says the Nixon administration seeks congressional help to develop next year's budget. Budget Director Roy Ash outlines six week meetings with Senate committee chairs to gauge priorities while avoiding broader participation. Ash and aides will lead discussions with key staff and possibly a few other members.
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X ray dangers to fetus warn of high risk procedures
Washington based researchers Dr. Roberts Rugh and Dr. William Leach presented findings on three uncommon X ray exams with high embryo exposure and seven questionable procedures. They urged cautious use, noting earlier pregnancy carries greater risk and advising abortion consideration for certain high dose tests. Abortions and timing recommendations were discussed.
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Kissinger Confirmation Readings Spark Debate
Senators Sparkman and Case were briefed on an 87 page FBI report about wire taps on Kissinger staff and four reporters during 1971 security leak probes. The reading aimed to clear Kissinger’s nomination for a Senate vote next Tuesday.
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Probe on newsprint shortage prompts Senate inquiry
UPI reports Sen James B Tedison Rein called for a full Senate Commerce Committee investigation into newsprint shortages. The resolution asks the committee to examine economies production and supply in the industry and import issues influencing availability. SALT LAKE CITY UP T notes a city burial rate hike by the council setting a flat 15 per hour fee with overtime charged if burial not finished by 430 PM.
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Trains to Run Daily on Winter Schedule Amtrak Says
Amtrak will continue daily operation for two Western trains the Coast Star Light and the San Francisco Zephyr through the winter. They had run daily in summer but were set to switch to a three times weekly schedule starting Oct. 26, and the change was announced on Tuesday by Amtrak.
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