U S urges CAB to cut air coach fares
The Transportation Department urged the Civil Aeronautics Board to cut domestic air coach fares by 10 percent immediately to combat inflation and boost aviation efficiency. It asked for interim approval of 4 percent excursion fare cuts proposed by American Airlines Trans World Airlines and United Air Lines, while noting concerns of discriminatory effects.
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Pentagon tests warn AWACS could be jammed by enemy EW
A Pentagon briefing says tests show the airborne warning and control system may suffer performance reductions from Soviet jamming but can be offset by tactics changes and radar adjustments. Secret report presented to Secretary Schlesinger notes jamming risk but argues existing radar may offset losses with updated use.
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Independent
Harold Smith
University of California
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U.S
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Pueblo officer rejects medal over Korea actions
Former Lt. Edward R. Murphy criticized Cmdr. Lloyd Bucher for prolonging the Pueblo crew’s captivity and refused the Navy Commendation Medal at a ceremony. Bucher denied Murphy’s claims and said he did not prolong release.
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Tax to skim gambling profits in new federal move
Washington officials announced a new gambling tax plan aimed at diverting about 20 million dollars a year to government coffers, with expectations of 100 million by 1980. The measure bans disclosure of individual tax stamp buyers to law enforcement, a change from a 1968 Supreme Court ruling.
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Rex D. Davis
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Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
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Supreme Court
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