Richardson orders crackdown on travel expense abuses
Washington AP Secretary Elliot Richardson of HEW ordered a crackdown on travel expenses after findings that about 100 NIH scientists conducted research outside Washington for two weeks or more this year, drawing regular salaries plus $25 daily expenses. Noted criticized figures include Dr Edward F MacNichol Jr and Dr Dewitt Stetten Jr as listed.
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Tax Break Proposal Aims to Boost Exports
The bill would partially exempt a business from taxes until paid to the parent company to spur export growth. The House rushed passage by value vote, sparing members a direct vote amid union pressure and administration support from both parties.
Pay Raise Tax Figures Stir Debate on Government Costs
Washington AP reports estimated taxes on selected incomes under a tax bill approved by the House. Figures show increases for single and married filers over 1971 72 73, with deductions and potential raises for federal civilian and military staff. Critics say the six month delay saves money but may hurt readiness. Stetten notes his Cape Cod stay and lack of per diem. NIH head Marston ordered reviews of travel reimbursements.
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Defense Thieu Fails to Call Election by Feb 3
Montoya accuses United States of partial responsibility for Thieu's uncontested re election. Senate rejects Fulbright bid to break Rhodesia embargo and permit chrome ore imports. Brock amendment delays Rhodesia provision to Jan 1 amid talks with Britain. Senate also backs a pay raise amendment for federal workers on Jan 1 and outlines a path for a future override of wage actions.
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Saigon General Admits He Lied to Boost Troops
Lt. Gen. Nguyen Van Minh acknowledged telling a lie to boost morale as North Vietnamese forces supposedly suffered heavy casualties. He said the lie aimed to inspire South Vietnamese troops and described telling pilots and battalion commanders not to listen to enemy reporters monitoring his radio. He also said the deception helped morale despite being risky.
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EPA Ford dispute over early emission rules and car shipments
The dispute centers on EPA testing and certification for 1972 model cars. Ford says assurances were given to permit early shipments pending final antipollution certification, while EPA spokesmen dispute who provided those assurances. The issue arose from delays in final federal standards and related approvals, affecting dealers and rollout plans.
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