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Danville Register

Location

Danville, Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1976

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Senate Agrees on 413.3 Billion Spending Ceiling 1977

The Senate approved a 413.3 billion spending ceiling for 1977, a House Senate compromise larger than Ford asked. The plan envisions a deficit and keeps tax cuts from last year, sending the measure to the House for final action. Senator Moss stressed Congress’ exclusive control over spending to avoid White House clashes.

Senate Washington Ford Congress House Ford Administration Frank BE. Moss Utah Congressional Moss Robert Dole Kan James McClure Idaho Pentagon

Hostage Case Drags On As Trial Date Debated

In a tense session at the Rensselaer County Jail the Hearsts and Harrises faced charges over a May 1974 kidnapping and assault case. Prosecutors pressed toward a June 1 trial while Miss Hearst, jailbound, showed no sign of reaction to the Harrises. Byrne, paroled last November after 12 years for a father-in-law shooting, remains in custody after a dramatic Route 20 standoff with police. The hearing weighed whether to sever the cases, with proponents arguing the public deserves adjudication and opponents warning of cost.

Rensselaer County Byrne Green Haven Poughkeepsie Cononue Miss Hearst Harrises Hearst Inglewood Harris Brandler San Francisco Long Island Albany N.Y

Macdonald Improves After Life Support Be Removed

Rep. Macdonald's condition improves after suffering a coma like state from internal bleeding. He is fully conscious and resting at Bethesda Naval Medical Center, with life sustaining devices removed following his request to die. He had been in grave condition earlier and his staff prepared funeral arrangements.

Washington Dieqneniet Ren Torbert H. Macdonald Bethesda Naval Medical Center Massachusetts Democrat Macdonald Honday Torbert Jr Harvard John F. Kennedy House

Reagan Ford clash in primary race and campaign shifts

In Michigan and nationwide politics unfold as Reagan gains GOP crossovers while Ford defends his record and seeks a spot on the ticket. McLaughlin predicts a close race with a crucial May 18 primary, and Democrats debate in Maryland and New York as Carter, Brown, and Jackson vie for delegates.

Braska Ford White House Michigan GOP William McLaughlin Reagan McLaughlin Kentucky California Edmund G. Brown Jr Maryland Carter Nebraska New York New York City Hugh Carey Henry M. Jackson Washington Udall Humphrey Kennedy Ellen McCormack Alabama George C. Wallace Udal Jackson

Baby Returned After Oklahoma County Court Order

A baby seized by officers from a Tulsa home was returned to his parents after Judge Raymond Naifeh in Oklahoma County District Court ordered the child be reunified with the family. Ferguson, the infant's parent, called the ordeal a nightmare and blamed miscommunication between agencies. Juvenile Bureau staff testified they rely on police and welfare reports and do not investigate child abuse cases.

Damon County Childrens Shelter Oklahoma County District Court Raymond Naifeh Ferguson Charles Halley Juvenile Bureau Police Welfare Department

Lebanon Civil War Factions Clash as Syrian Troops Debated

In Lebanon fighting widens along the Syrian border with Phalange leader Pierre Gemayel urging Syrian army intervention to quell battles. Moslem leftists led by Jamal Jumblatt demand Syria's Saiqa troops and regulars withdraw before reforms talks begin. The new U S ambassador Francis Meloy Jr arrived, replacing Geller after surgery. Dean Broun ends six week Peacekeeping mission in Washington.

Christian Phalange Party Phalange Pierre Gemayel Gemayel PLA Jamal Jumblatt Syria Saiqa

Seven New Tremors Hit Italian Area

Seven new tremors rattled northeast Italy on a day of panic and damaged structures. One quake reached magnitude 5.4 on the Richter scale while Gemona and Udine suffered collapsed walls and a weakened museum. Rescue efforts continued as aftershocks were expected to persist for months.

Udine Italy Folts Gemona Alps Friuli Trieste Observatory

Ford Delays Signing Major Test Ban Treaty

Washington AP report states President Ford postponed the anticipated signing of a major Soviet nuclear test ban treaty to avoid political damage before the Michigan primary. Reagan attacked Ford over perceived concessions as Moscow prepared for a symbolically timed event and a satellite feed was requested.

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Tax plan seeks higher rate on large deductions

Under the 1869 law a 10 percent tax applies to preferences. The Finance Committee proposes 15 percent, removing the $40,000 exemption, and allowing the minimum tax to be offset by either $5.00 or regular income tax paid. The change would tax more than 450,100 individuals and raise treasury revenue.

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