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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1973
Page
5
In Kiev Brezhnev offered guarded optimism about this year’s grain harvest, saying yields are better than last year and the year before but stopping short of a Kremlin forecast for a record crop. Officials expect a shortfall below the 197.4 million metric tons target.
The Nixon administration announced fiscal 1973 spending at 246.6 billion dollars, below the 250 billion ceiling. Officials stressed most cuts arose from factors beyond administration decisions while the President pledged to keep 1974 spending within 268.7 billion and aim for a balanced budget a year hence.
Judge Matthew Byrne Jr. rejected Ehrlichman’s assertion that he sought the FBI director post during the Pentagon Papers trial. He cited statements about a San Clemente meeting following an Ehrlichman call, noting the meeting was said to be unrelated to the Ellsberg case and demanded clarification.
The Administration did not spend about 1.1 billion dollars from Congress allocated for health programs over the past year. The shortfall surpasses one fifth of the 4.7 billion set for the Health Services and Mental Health Administration and the National Institutes of Health. The discrepancy stems from data sent to Congress by the Department.
The United States vetoed a Security Council resolution deploring Israel's occupation of lands seized in 1967. John Scali said the measure would cause irrevocable damage to the Arab–Israeli peace process. Two Blue Angels jets crashed near Lakehurst Naval Air Station, killing three pilots.
West Germany's high interest rates draw capital into marks and shake dollar and pound, signaling potential currency disorder. Bankers and monetary officials in Europe and the United States criticize German policy as risky and "out of control" according to Dr. Kurt Richebacher of Dresdner Bank.
Washington officials say Henry Kissinger will delay his talks in Peking on Cambodia and related issues until after August 15, the cutoff date for American bombing of Cambodia. Cambodian insurgents refuse to negotiate with Lon Nol’s government, and no major diplomatic progress is expected before the halt. The key official notes the communists will decide after the bombing ends whether to pursue a political settlement or escalate militarily.
The Fund for Animals warns up to 100,000 robins could be slaughtered this summer if kill permits are granted by Canada's Environment Department to protect the New Brunswick blueberry crop. Leaders urge U S opposition to Prime Minister Trudeau and environment minister Davis. A Canadian group coordinates local opposition.
The Commerce Department reports that US foreign trade deficit narrowed to 15.5 million in June, with a 22.9 million quarterly export surplus, the first since 1971. The shift follows a strong April surplus and May deficit amid a dollar devaluation impact.
Young members of the House Armed Services Committee forced a delay on contempt of Congress action against G. Gordon Liddy. They protested rushing the matter without study, brushing aside pleas from senior members led by Chairman Rep. Hebert. The temporary delay likely postpones House floor action until after the August recess.
The Senate approved a $3,000 limit on individual contributions to presidential or congressional campaigns in each election. The amendment by Sen. Lloyd M. Bentson passed 54 to 39 signaling reform aims after Watergate. It faces more Senate tests and an uncertain House reception.
Police report navy Capt. Arturo Araya Peters chief military aide to President Allende was assassinated at his Santiago home by unidentified gunmen. The 45 year old officer led the presidential military household.
An American Bar Association study group will recommend that the association support a near absolute federal shield law protecting journalists from forced disclosure of confidential sources. The report, expected to influence Congress, has stalled year long efforts and goes to the governors and 318 member delegates at the Washington convention next week.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower said on Thursday she expects the court to back her father’s choice not to release tapes to the Senate Watergate Committee. She spoke in Atlanta at a Henry Grady Memorial Hospital buffet honoring health care volunteers.
Senate and House conferees reached a compromise on a $2.20 minimum wage extending coverage to about eight million workers. The plan raises most rates from $1.60 to $2 in 60 days then to $2.20 by July 1 of next year, with staged increases for farmworkers and new domestic workers. It faces possible veto threats from President Nixon amid inflation and employment concerns.
Republicans in Congress privately warn President Nixon that refusing to hand over tapes and documents fuels public doubt. Senator Robert Dole publicly cautions that Americans will focus on whether he knew rather than executive privilege, while Baker and Scott debate panels to review materials. The party treads carefully, hoping for a path to release.
The measure would phase in overtime rules reducing exemptions for firemen police and security workers and extend overtime to agricultural processors starting January 1. Republican opposition favored a $2.30 minimum over a longer term with no broader coverage.
Kansas City and Waterville meat dealers report backlogs and waiting lists for beef as prices remain capped under Nixon Phase 4. Cattle growers and processors push for relief while Swift Packing closes plants and industry groups seek court action and White House talks.
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