Steinbeck IV sparks Pentagon clash over soldiers marijuana use
John Steinbeck IV reports in The Washingtonian that about 75 percent of young soldiers in Vietnam smoke marijuana, prompting a Pentagon reply stating the problem is minor. Westmoreland's report says marijuana use is not a major weapon impact, while Steinbeck admits his own use and legal issues at home. Pentagon figures show low offense rates per thousand servicemen across services.
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US Puts a Halter on Credit Policy Debate
The Federal Reserve contemplates tightening credit amid rising inflation signals. A 10 percent surcharge proposal favored by all seven board members could deter borrowing and influence Congress, with cautious steps ahead on reserve requirements and discount rates. The move aims to curb inflation while the banking system absorbs higher costs and reduced lending capacity.
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Heart device lets patients resume activity with button
Washington officials report a small external transmitter used by two heart patients to stimulate neck nerves and lower blood pressure. The device reduces heart workload enabling longer work activity and may lessen reliance on drugs, though a tingling sensation in the neck accompanies use.
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Mineral King Battle Ends Disney Wins Valley Road Access
Interior Secretary Udall concedes to the Budget Bureau and Agriculture on a $35 million year round resort plan by WED Enterprises, allowing a new all weather two lane road into Mineral King Valley. The six mile park segment and sequoia groves will be affected as conservation groups favor making the area part of Sequoia National Park. Senator Kuchel and Governor Reagan welcomed the cabinet decision.
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Two Bandit Suspects Wounded in Harbor Pharmacy Shootout
Glenn Young and Farle Blake, both Long Beach residents, lie in serious to satisfactory condition at Los Angles County General Hospital with multiple bullet wounds after a pharmacy robbery at Harbor Pharmacy on Lomita Street. A physician stated surgery is pending to remove bullets from Young’s chin, neck, chest and back. The owner Stephen Meier was shot in the leg. Dr. Paul H. Goodley escaped injury.
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Daley Vows 5,000 More Police in Crime Crackdown
Chicago Mayor Richard J. Daley pledged to hire 5,000 more police if needed to curb crime after Alderman Leon M. Despres was shot on a South Side street. Despres, a white civil rights activist, was wounded Tuesday night and described his attackers as two robbers, one with a silver pin. He is listed in excellent condition after leg surgery.
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Bribery Case Probe Extended in Los Angeles
Matranga and Salerno face three counts of grand theft and one conspiracy charge with pleas set for January 9 in Los Angeles. An extra perversion of justice count was dropped. Copland admitted paying Snyder's secretary $1000 after release. DA hints possible venue change to San Diego County amid ongoing probe.
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Rivers Attacks McNamara Housing Directive Near Pentagon
Rep. L Mendel Rivers criticizes Robert McNamara open housing order around the Pentagon as political and unenforceable. The directive bars military personnel from renting near the Pentagon unless housing is offered to all on equal terms, effective January 15.
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