CIA Probe Urged by Lawmakers After Times Allegations
Five House and Senate armed services intelligence subcommittees plan next year inquiries into claims the CIA mounted a massive domestic spying operation during Richard Nixon's presidency. President Ford, skiing in Vail, said a 50 page Colby report would be studied. Helms denied wrongdoing as the embassy in Teheran reported his prearranged home leave.
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Darwin Cyclone Tragedy Deepens As Toll Mounts
Darwin reels from a Christmas Day cyclone labeled Tracy. Five stunt boats missing and about 15 aboard a Darwin to Christmas at sea vessel feared lost. Navy ships and airforce planes mobilize a massive relief drive while refugees crowd camps amid rubble and ruined homes.
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White House Bomb Hoaxer Standoff Ends Near North Portico
A man in a white sweatshirt and Arab garb staged a bomb hoax at the White House. He stood near the North Portico with wires and explosives, then surrendered after a brief standoff as Christmas crowds gathered. Police seized devices. Secret Service secured the scene and detained the suspect with authorities negotiating at close range.
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Man held in spouse's death after shooting
Shirley Leftridge, 32, of 14422 Cahita Ave near Compton, died after surgery following a back wound from a domestic dispute shooting. Her husband James Leftridge, 47, was booked at Carson Station on suspicion of murder after the 8:15 p.m. shooting. The victim died at Harbor General Hospital at 8:55 p.m.
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Fields Presses Meeting Demand via Howard Radio Broadcast
Fields initially pressed for a meeting with the Pakistani ambassador but Dresher indicated the White House could not order such a meeting. He then said he would settle for having his demand broadcast over Howard University Radio Station.
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Elderly American couple found murdered in Mexico
Police in San Luis Potosi report an elderly American couple, Marvin and Kahle, killed in their home with throats slit and faces disfigured by a screwdriver, bodies found on Christmas Eve after eight days dead. Authorities say many Americans in the city are being questioned while leads are pursued.
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