Proxmire urges federal probe of C 5A jet contract
Senator William Proxmire calls for Justice Department and SEC investigations into possible criminal violations by Pentagon officials handling the multibillion dollar C 5A transport contract. He asks Defense Secretary Laird to freeze funds until inquiry ends, citing cost overruns and alleged concealment and false entries.
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D-Wis
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Stennis urges shrinking Army to trim defense costs
Sen. John Stennis says cutting the standing Army and building a modern real reserve can slash defense spending. He notes 60 cents of every defense dollar goes to payroll and operations, and argues against reducing weaponry despite rising costs. He warns against pulling troops from Europe and urges greater EU and Asia contributions, especially by Japan.
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UPI
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Mississippi Democrat
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Chewing Efficiency Boosts Denture Comfort Claim
Clinical tests show dentures can be 35 percent more effective with FASTEETH powder. The alkaline additive helps false teeth stay firmer, reducing gummy taste and odor. See your dentist regularly and ask about PASTEETH at drug counters.
Quakers Press Nixon Aide On Vietnam Withdrawal
A group of Quakers met Henry Kissinger to urge U S withdrawal from Vietnam. Kissinger agreed to a July 7 follow up and a Quaker plan to send a representative to Vietnam. About 1,200 Quakers held a three hour vigil in front of the White House. two arrests occurred when a car drove onto the sidewalk.
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Chicago
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