Kissinger Forges Tone on China Visit Amid Mutual Caution
Kissinger stressed U.S. policy follows China's actions not rhetoric during a Chinese banquet visit. China warned against Moscow’s expansionism while reaffirming self reliance as Sino U.S. ties look to move forward. Whitlam’s cabinet woes note in brief.
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Australian Senate Blocks Budget Impasse Stuns Whitlam
Canberra confrontation pits a liberal country coalition against Labor while the 27.6 billion dollar 1975-76 budget stalls in the Senate. Malcolm Fraser leads opposition in Melbourne rally as Whitlam warns of constitutional crisis amid calls for elections.
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Mercy Death Hearing Begins In New Jersey Case
The Monday hearing focuses on whether to disconnect Karen Ann Quinlan’s life support, pitting mercy killing against the right to refuse medical treatment. Attorneys general and prosecutors fear criminal homicide charges if the respirator is removed, while Quinlan’s adoptive father seeks court protection for the petitioners.
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Corporate political funds rise as new law clears limits
In the wake of amendments effective June 1, corporations with government contracts may form political funds, easing previous legal doubts. Individual donor limits drop to 1000 dollars per candidate while organized funds may contribute up to 5000 dollars, prompting executives from General Electric Hughes Aircraft and others to advocate structured committees and fundraising to navigate the new rules.
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Energy and Tax Debates Shape Congress This Year
In Washington, bitter fights over energy and tax legislation loom as Congress and President Ford clash on gas policy and price controls. The Senate plans a final vote on an emergency natural gas measure amid a heavy remaining agenda including Middle East aid and defense spending, with session expected to stretch to year end. The tax and energy bills hinge on keeping old oil prices at 5.25 dollars a barrel while allowing new oil prices to align with world market levels around 13.50.
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Credit rights and cash discounts under new law
A legal explainer outlines creditor reporting to credit agencies, cash discounts up to five percent, and refunding procedures. It covers billing errors, unauthorized charges, disputes, and changes of address. The piece also notes broadcast conflicts and Reds preparing for a key game, with Eastwick’s comments on waiting.
Veterans Lose GI Bill Overpayments Net $446 Million
Washington AP report shows veterans received $446.4 million in GI Bill education benefits not owed last fiscal year. The VA recovered $333.5 million but millions may remain uncollected due to early checks, dropouts, and miscommunication. Strong entities include Veterans Administration, General Accounting Office, and Martin D. Carlin.
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General Accounting Office
Slaying at Kellie Home Shocks Community
Police traced a deadly shooting to the Kellie residence after an anonymous call for EMS. David Kellie and several family members were found slain in various rooms as investigators noted a troubling scene with Dan and Florence Kellie among the victims. No clear motive given, arrest record for Simants cited.
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Morocco Seizes Sahara as Spain Faces U N Referendum
Morocco presses claims to the northern Sahara amid Spain’s pullback and a U N request for a Security Council session. Spain warns of force if attacked while Morocco cites ties to nomadic tribes and an ICJ advisory opinion supporting historic links to the territory.
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Jefferson Favored Metric System Plan for U S
Thomas Jefferson recommended adopting the metric system. In 1790 Congress rejected the idea, according to World Book Encyclopedia.
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