McGovern calls Ford to recall FEA chief nominee
Senator George S. McGovern urged President Ford to withdraw Andrew E. Gibson's nomination to head the Federal Energy Administration citing a conflict of interest. He alleged a million-dollar split with an oil firm and criticized the appointment as harming consumers.
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Nixon improves as pneumonia and fluid in lungs respond
Nixon's right lung pneumonitis and left lung fluid show signs of improvement under treatment. Doctors say he walks briefly in his hospital room and activity is increasing while monitoring tubes are removed. Lawyers warn deposition delay may last two to three months.
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UPI
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Lungren
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Herbert Miller
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China sends conciliatory message to Soviet Union on border pact
China dispatches a conciliatory note to Moscow proposing a non aggression pact and force separation along the vast 4500 mile frontier. Beijing cites 1969 Kosygin En Lai agreement and urges talks to settle border disputes by discussion rather than force.
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UPI
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Nuclear Plant Security Rules Tighten Safeguards
The Atomic Energy Commission orders tougher security for nuclear plants and fuel shipments. Measures include bullet resistant barriers, armed guards, armored vehicles, and stricter rail and container protections. Regulators justify rules by rising plant and shipment volumes amid debates on plutonium use.
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UPI
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AEC
EPA to study cancer link in Mississippi River drinking water
United Press International reports the EPA will study possible cancer links to U S drinking water. The Environmental Defense Fund cites a 1972 New Orleans EPA study and data from Kanawha River and several cities to argue water supplies may contain carcinogens and that current treatment and regulation are insufficient. The EDF warns millions could be exposed and cites chloroform formation during chlorination as a risk while noting political hurdles to a safe drinking water bill.
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Ohio
Nebraska
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Kelly Johnson to retire from Lockheed after landmark career
Lockheed Aircraft confirms Clarence L. Kelly Johnson will retire after 36 years, ending a career that included the Constellation, P38, U2, C130, F104 and VF series. Johnson, known as the Skunk Works head, helped design more than 40 aircraft and will be inducted into the Aviation Hall of Fame next month. Johnson is the only aeronautical engineer to win the Collier Trophy twice.
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UPI
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Lockheed Aircraft
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Aviation Hall of Fame
Coal Miners Face Possible Brief Strike With No-Work Rule
Negotiations between United Mine Workers and Bituminous Coal Operators Association enter a new stage as a potential brief strike looms. The current contract expires Nov 12, with ratification needing about 10 days. About 120,000 miners across 1,200 mines could impact 70 percent of U.S. coal supply.
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UPI
UMW
Guy Far
Higher sugar price certainty grows amid inflation fears
Washington officials say the nation is not in a classic recession while economists warn of simultaneous recession and inflation. Sugar futures in New York and London hit new highs as markets anticipate higher consumer prices after refining and distribution steps.
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UPI
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Abraham Beamer
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Guggenheimer
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Washington
White House
Ford
Ron Nessen
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London
Egan Extends Lead in Alaska Governor Race
Governor William A. Egan widens his lead over Jay Hammond as Alaska counting continues. Hammond challenges about 7,000 absentee ballots while the final result remains days or weeks away. Sugar futures in New York hit record highs as prices soar across markets. Farmers warn higher costs if government aid does not come.
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