Missile mission debate sparks Pentagon confusion in Congress
Defense Secretary Rumsfeld rejects the idea the nuclear tipped SLCM has no mission while Pentagon officials struggle to define its purpose. Congressional debate looms over suspending funding as the Armed Services Committee backs the program for SALT considerations and potential use against Soviet air defenses.
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Reagan ruled out as Ford's running mate
President Ford said he would not consider his Republican opponent Ronald Reagan for vice president. He noted Reagan does not want the post and said he is not being considered. Ford spoke during a Tennessee press conference ahead of six Tuesday primaries. He projected a close race with Reagan in several states and outlined travel plans to Oregon California and Nevada. He also cited fundraising limits and the $13 million ceiling on primary spending.
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New York Labor Tensions Rise Ahead of Democratic Convention
New York City labor leaders threaten a possible general municipal strike before the Democratic National Convention. City workers face deadlines as unions plan new contracts by July 1, while the Senate report links federal loans to a six year wage freeze. Victor Gotbaum warns of loan withholding and a strike vote if talks fail. The convention opens July 12 at Madison Square Garden.
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Kissinger says no Africa policy rift with Ford
Secretary of State Henry Kissinger said there are no differences with President Ford on Africa. He warned that critics may be mumbling in White House corridors as Ford supporters disputed his Africa trip and policies.
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Tent towns rise in Central Asia after powerful quake
Vast makeshift towns of tents and trailers are rising in Soviet Central Asia to house thousands left homeless after Monday's earthquake. Tass reported massive property damage across three southern republics near the China Afghanistan border. Uzbekistan appears hardest hit as the quake measured 8 to 9 on the Soviet scale, with several dead and many injured.
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Viking 1 mission aims for Mars landing on July 4
Scientists express confidence in Viking 1 machinery but risk remains as landing will occur in a wide ancient drainage basin. Photos taken before descent cannot reveal hazards smaller than a football field, leaving potential obstacles undiscovered.
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Philippine Air Line jet hijacked by six rebels
Six armed Moslem rebels seized a Philippine Air Lines BAC 111 jet with 102 passengers and crew on a Manila to Davao flight, demanded $375,000 ransom and a flight to Libya, the aircraft diverted to Zamboanga where authoritiesheld armored vehicles.
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California Coastal Legislation Moves Through Assembly
Governor backed measures target coastline protection and solar tax credits. Legislation creates a 9.6 million California Conservation Corps and overhauls timber taxes while proposing an $250 million coastal lands bond. Several bills address health care, veterans preferences, abortion coverage, and public job protections.
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Carter shifts Oregon push as victory prospects rise
Jimmy Carter abandons Georgia trip to spend three more days campaigning in Oregon. He seeks the state’s 34 delegates, says reception was good and an opportunity to win. Campaign notes the move is not tied to new polls or rivals Brown or Church.
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