Germany's Stand On Mark May Trigger Monetary Battle
Paris AP reports West Germany may hold to its mark stance amid pressure from France and other nations. Economists debate if the policy could spark a monetary war with the pound and dollar, with calls for countermeasures like negative interest on speculative funds.
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Message From Promontory Summit Marks Railroad Finish
At Promontory Summit Utah a telegraph message to President Grant announced completion of the nations first transcontinental railroad. The event drew about 112000 people to witness the ceremonial driving of the final spike and the joining of the rails on May 10 1869 in a reenactment of history.
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Attorney Surprised By Appeal in Kennedy Murder Case
LOS ANGELES AP One defense attorney voiced surprise that Melvin Belli the San Francisco lawyer plans to appeal for a new trial for Sirhan Bishara Sirhan. Russell Par ees said Sirhan had not discussed Belli's move. Belli told Tucson he would prepare a writ for a new trial as Sirhan, convicted of Kennedy murder, faces the death sentence.
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Justice Department Probes Film Industry Discrimination
Hollywood report says a Justice Department team examines on camera employment patterns amid claims of entrenched bias in studio crafts and acting roles. Civil Rights officials cite evidence of discrimination. NAACP and labor leaders call for wider opportunities for minorities. The inquiry follows a January study noting low minority representation despite rising gains in acting and behind the scenes work.
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