Lockout Threat At McDonnell Douglas Endangers 18,000 Workers
UAW calls for federal mediation to avert a lockout of 18,000 aerospace workers at McDonnell Douglas in Long Beach. The firm warned that non union workers would be paid, while union members face a holiday week with no pay if a contract isn t accepted. Union officials condemn the move as blackmail and warn of broader economic impact during Christmas.
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California
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International Association of Machinists
McDonnell Douglas
St. Louis
Communists seize airstrip near Saigon and shell airfield
Communist forces captured the Dong Xuai airstrip 50 miles north of Saigon and shelled Phuoc Binh province airfield 66 miles north as they drive toward northern approaches. A C130 was destroyed by rocket fire amid cut roads and district capital seizures as fighting escalates across multiple provinces.
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UPI
Dong Xuai
South Vietnam
Phuoc Binh
Duc Phong
Bu Na
Bo Duc
Million workers may lose jobs in auto recession
UAW chief Leonard Woodcock warned at a UAW meeting that one million workers in the auto and related industries could be laid off next year as the industry suffers a sharp downturn. He cited GM Ford and Chrysler profit losses and Ford's plan to cut 250000 jobs, urging Congress to act with tax cuts and extended unemployment benefits.
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Houston
UPI
United Auto Workers
Leonard Woodcock
Woodcock
General Motors
Ford
Chrysler
Ford Motor Corp
Ford Administration
Congressional
Congress
California to suspend wholesale milk price controls
State officials announced a near term suspension of wholesale milk price minimums, moving California toward an unregulated market after 40 years. Dairy producers, wholesalers, and retailers urged higher minimums while consumer groups warned retail prices may stay unchanged. The Agriculture Department must decide within 45 days if further increases are needed.
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Sacramento
UPS
California
Jed A. Adams
Rtment of Food and Agriculture
C. Brunel Christensen
Agriculture Department
Christensen
Adams
Roy Alper
California Citizen Action Group
Alper
San Francisco
Merle Goddard
California Grocers Association
Pentagon reform targets tax subsidized executive dining rooms
The Pentagon orders reform of tax subsidized closed-door dining rooms for generals and top officials. Meals could become cheaper as cost riders like rent and utilities are removed, with a civilian cafeteria operator managing the facilities.
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Washington
UPI
Pentagon
House Appropriations Committee
Les Aspin
D-Wis
D.O. Cook
Mauna Loa feared eruption sparks lava risk to Hawaii towns
Scientists warn Mauna Loa may erupt after 24 years dormancy as over 1,000 quakes shake the volcano. Nearby towns like Hilo face potential lava paths and elevated danger while residents seek safety and authorities monitor signs.
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Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Pele
Mauna Loa
Kilauea
Hilo
Ford unhappy over steel price increase
President Ford voices disappointment over U S Steel Corp raising prices by up to 11 percent on many products while not demanding a rollback. Government officials warn hearings could occur if price hikes spread, with wage price council prepared to hold early discussions if needed. California DMV notes nearly 50 000 boat owners overpaying 1975 registration fees and offers $1 credit slips for future use.
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General Motors
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Council
Sacramento
UPI
California
Department of Motor Vehicles
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