Reagan signs California anti wetback labor law sparks debate
Our Daily Bread comments that Governor Reagan's California measure fines employers for hiring wetback workers while noting half a million illegal workers in the U.S. The piece argues the law adds chaos, traces labor demand and relief systems, and suggests unemployed locals avoid work. It calls for accepting available work.
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Holiday Traffic Death Toll Climbs to 188
The nation faces 188 Thanksgiving traffic deaths as snow drizzle and fog affect motorists across the midsection while the Northeast clears after the day’s snowstorm. The count starts 6 p.m. Wednesday and ends midnight Sunday according to The Associated Press.
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Israel Prepares for War and Promises to Win It
Premier Golda Meir told Labor supporters in Tel Aviv that Israelis must live with the possibility of renewed war and warned the United States about delayed Phantom jet deliveries. She said victory would come at a price in human lives and urged Washington to resume arms supplies as Egypt’s Sadat vows war. In Cairo, Gen Saad al Shazli said 130 Arab nations agreed to wage war, with delegates from many states pledging support. Al Ahram reported Sadat warned Nixon against U S plans to supply Israel with long range missiles.
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Hijacker Uses Parachute Escape On Northwest 727
A hijacker who demanded Mexico and $200,000 bailed out with parachutes near Woodland Washington after taking control of a Northwest Airlines Boeing 727 from Portland to Seattle. The man, possibly D B Cooper, vanished with the cash and two parachutes as authorities widen the search. The FBI notes the name on his ticket but doubts his identity.
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First Brangus Sale Held Here in Hope
The Arkansas Brangus Breeders Association led by Dr. D. J. Van Patter held its inaugural production sale in Hope. 17 bulls averaged $550 and 24 females $501. top bull Flint Hills Master No. 1 sold for $910 to Cathey Bros Fann, while high cow Duchess 504 went to John Healer for $900.
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Thanksgiving a Busy Day for the President
President Nixon spent Thanksgiving making holiday calls to political figures including Lyndon Johnson, Edward Heath, Nelson Rockefeller, and Ronald Reagan. He discussed the India Pakistan crisis and Allied talks before plans to visit Peking and Moscow. He started the day at 6 45 a.m. at the Western White House and watched major college and NFL games.
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Pakistan Claims India Drive Halted In East Pakistan
Pakistan Army says Indian troops halted on five fronts into East Pakistan and claims heavy Indian losses with 330 fatalities including 200 at Comilla. President Yahya Khan bans National Awami party amid West Pakistan unrest. Delhi denies sustained Indian troops.
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Chest Pains Put Meany in Hospital
AFL CIO President George Meany was hospitalized with chest pains and resting comfortably. Dr Marvin Fuchs said a possible spasm in the coronary arteries was diagnosed, with Meany kept for several days due to stress, though vital signs were normal.
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Special Traffic Summonses For Holiday Season
Baltimore police begin issuing 50 000 special traffic summonses that resemble parking tickets but urge motorists to lock their cars and take keys. The green bordered reverse carries a message noting larcenies of and from autos rise during holidays and that these tickets are reminders, not penalties.
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Injunction Ordered to End 57-Day Dock Strike
Justice Department plans suits in 12 East and Gulf Coast ports to force 45,000 longshore workers back to work under Taft-Hartley Act. Nixon invoked the act in October to end the West Coast walkout, citing pension and welfare disputes as key sticking points. The strike has idled about 30,000 additional dock workers from Maine to Texas since October 1.
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Prison Riot Ends in Agreement in Rahway NJ
Officials regain control of Rahway State Prison after 500 inmates held two wings for 24 hours. In exchange for five hostages released on Thanksgiving, prisoners gain promises of no reprisals and access to grievances. Eight lawyers led by Stanley C. Van Ness plan talks this morning.
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Weems Threatens Prosecution Over Welfare Fraud
DESARC Ark AP Prosecuting Attorney Sam Weems of the 17th Judicial District said a definite possibility exists that he will prosecute welfare department employees for alleged violations in welfare program administration. He earlier identified 44 cases in his district with $18 173 in food stamps illegally paid out.
Eight Busloads Of Seniors Dine At Minot AFB
A military escort transported eight bus loads of elderly residents from the Minot Senior Citizens Center to Minot Air Force Base for a Thanksgiving dinner. About 300 seniors participated in the base sponsored event marking the first project of its kind.
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Development Buzz Near Interchange Prompts Housing and Hotels
Area talk highlights a 100 unit Hilton Motel and a 400 unit housing project near the interchange. Union Oil plans a large truck stop with cafe on Highway 4, while a Sheraton Motel 100 units with pool is rumored. Kroger and TG&Y buildings near completion. 1,000 plus jobs expected.
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Predicts Mild Temperatures for Arkansas
The Associated Press reports a cold front moving through Arkansas will end showers this afternoon and bring mild, clear conditions with tonight's lows in the 30s to low 40s and Saturday highs in the 50s to low 60s. Regional highs and overnight lows are listed for Fayetteville Harrison Pine Bluff Texarkana Dorado Memphis Little Rock and Fort Smith with precipitation totals noted.
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