FBI admits discreditation campaign against King unjustified
A top FBI official testified before the Senate that there was no justification for the bureau's broad effort to tarnish Martin Luther King Jr. The testimony describes wiretaps on King and anonymous letters, with Kennedy's approval noted for some actions and ambiguity over who authorized others. The panel reviews decades of undercover activity aimed at discrediting King and influencing his movement.
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Personal Income Growth Moves At Reduced Pace
The Commerce Department reports October personal income rose 1 percent at an annual rate 12.7 billion higher than September. Federal pay boosts and private wages fueled the gain with broad industry increases. farm income slowed. October income sits 8.3 percent above a year earlier.
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Ford Rejects New York Aid in Fiscal Appeal
President Ford rejected federal bailout for New York City again and urged continued fiscal responsibility by city and state. He said he would review the situation early next week for possible federal action and dismissed the House bailout bill as irrelevant. Senator Javits predicted a shift in policy after a meeting with Ford.
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New York
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Tornado Hits Oklahoma City Motel Complex No Injuries Reported
A tornado spawned by a cold front ripped through a vacant motel and restaurant in Oklahoma City named the Wilson House. No injuries were reported though extensive damage and debris filled the expressway. Police observed the twister moving northeast as 50 counties faced watches and warnings.
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London restaurant bombing leaves two dead
A blast at Walton's Chelsea restaurant killed a jeweler and his wife, injuring 20 as four terrorists fled in a blue Singer. Witnesses describe a pretty long blond haired woman among the suspects. The attack, blamed on the IRA, raises London’s toll to eight dead in three months.
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Council Rejects Hotel Plan Halting Night Meetings
The ITV city council voted 8 to 2 against purchasing the Hotel Lawtonian for city hall space and post office needs. The vote also defeated a bid to return to daytime sessions, despite public attendance concerns. night meetings will continue for now.
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Robert Prince
Roberts
Adam Matthews
Rex Givens
Givens
Keith Haynes
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