Ford assures Asian allies of support in Jakarta visit
President Ford, after constructive talks in China, told Indonesian hosts that the United States remains a Pacific nation and committed to peace and progress in the Far East. He stressed no pullout from Asia amid Vietnam War fallout while highlighting energy ties and increased military aid.
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Ford visits Indonesia as Suharto ally amid Southeast Asia tensions
President Ford's talks with Suharto emphasize shared prosperity and economic progress tied to regional cultures and resources. Suharto warns of postwar security concerns and urges US strength in the Pacific while Indonesia, a major oil producer and OPEC member, seeks stable cooperation.
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Unemployment Drops to 8.3 Percent in November
The Labor Department reports the jobless rate fell to 8.3 percent in November, down 0.3 points from October as 300,000 unemployed rejoin the workforce to bring total unemployed to 7.7 million. Employment overall eased slightly to 85.3 million while manufacturing hiring stalled and the labor force shrank by 460,000. A Titan II ICBM launch from Vandenberg Range is noted in a separate military test by SAC from Davis-Monthan, Arizona.
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Lompoc Names New Community Development Director
City administrator Gene Wahlers announced the appointment of Jack Lam as community development director for Lompoc. Lam, 27, will begin Jan 5 and reside in Lompoc. He is an associate planner in Antioch with prior El Cerrito experience and holds a UC Berkeley BA and a CSU San Francisco MA in urban policy and design.
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City of Lompoc eyes El Camino School closure
Lompoc City Administrator Gene Wahlers says the city would consider acquiring El Camino School if the district closes it. The Record noted principals recommended closing to ease busing for racial balance. Enrollment includes about 32 percent Spanish surname students, above federal limits.
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