Carter selects black lawyer to head Army
President Elect Carter nominates Clifford L. Alexander III a 43 year old Washington attorney to be secretary of the Army. The announcement places Alexander as the first Black nominee to head a U.S. military service.
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Egypt revokes price hikes after worst riots in 25 years
President Anwar Sadat ends government price increases following deadly protests in Cairo Alexandria and other cities. At least 21 killed 360 injured 409 arrested as 14 hour curfew imposed while police face demonstrators near key sites.
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Pardon surprises Tokyo Rose as D'Aquino is freed
Former treason convict Toguri D'Aquino praised Ford's pardon calling it vindication and freedom after 27 years. She regained U.S. citizenship and plans to return to a simple life. The report also notes Pope Paul VI on Christian unity and Kissinger's transcript review dispute, plus other brief items.
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