Four Die in South Africa After Steve Biko Funeral
In South Africa four people have died amid racial unrest after the funeral of Black Consciousness leader Steve Biko. Police reports say a black youth was shot during rioting in King William’s Town, and a guerrilla wounded two officers in Soweto before dying. East London saw a crowd stamping and looting after Biko’s funeral which drew 15 000 mourners. Diplomatic delegations attended, including U S Ambassador Bowdler and Deputy U N Ambassador McHenry.
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Senate panel kills crude oil tax in energy bill
The Senate Finance Committee voted 10 to 6 to strike the crude oil tax as part of Carter's energy program. Chairman Long warned revival may be needed to fund any energy plan. Debate over reform of gas deregulation and other energy provisions continued on the Senate floor.
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French government to reshuffle after Senate wins
President Giscard D Estaing plans a government reshuffle after Sunday Senate elections where three of four cabinet ministers won seats. The changes are to be announced Monday night with Premier Raymond Barre likely to remain. The last reshuffle was six months ago on March 30.
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Rand Corp study says military could save on personnel policy
A Rand Corp report concludes shifting to a volunteer force could save 5 to 10 billion dollars yearly by reforming outdated draft era policies. It notes volunteer costs rose little, while major savings lie in pay, retirement, hiring, and contractor use, with retirement obligations cited as unreducible.
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Florida Bible policy at issue before appeals court
The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals hears arguments on a Florida Orange County School Board policy allowing Bible readings and distribution in schools plus Christian virtues teaching. The case, begun in 1970 by eight families, argues the policy violates church state separation and due process.
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United Nations opens debate as world leaders converge
United Nations General Assembly opens in New York with 149 nations sending presidents, heads of state and foreign ministers for three weeks of speeches. Behind the scenes, the United States negotiates while Brazil Venezuela Spain Nicaragua Costa Rica and Norway are named to open proceedings.
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Legionnaires' disease outbreaks cited as learning chance
CDC spokesman says new Legionnaires' disease outbreaks offer opportunities to learn more and should not alarm the public. Dr. Fraser notes 48 new incidents with 11 deaths but urges calm. IMF chief Witteveen recommends tax cuts to spur a stalled world economy amid rising protectionist sentiment.
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