Nairobi jumbo jet disaster kills 61 on liftoff
Lufthansa Boeing 747 carrying 157 aboard crashed after takeoff near Nairobi. 61 dead, 96 survivors including 13 crew. Most victims Americans and West Germans. cause unknown with no sabotage suspected. Passengers from Frankfurt bound for Johannesburg. Witnesses report loss of power and rapid descent into a muddy field. Clashes with ground casualties minimal.
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Greyhound strike looms as union and company inch no closer
The nationwide Greyhound strike enters its third day with no progress in talks mediated by Guy Parent. About 16 000 workers walk out, halting service to 40 000 stops while Amtrak reports higher train demand and colleges face winter break travel disruptions.
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Welfare rolls in California shrink despite rising unemployment
California welfare recipients dropped 19 091 to 1 33 million in the first nine months, while unemployment rose from 7 3 to 8 2 percent. Department officials cite extended benefits and stricter reporting, plus efforts to collect child support, as factors in the decline.
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Lame duck Congress Faces Limited Actions Before Adjournment
Senate leaders indicate the 93rd Congress will finish remaining appropriations and nominations, tackle a few bills, and consider additional items. A scaled down tax plan is unlikely to pass, while veto overrides and major spending measures proceed, with Kissinger testimony pending on a trade bill.
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Ford and Tanaka Seek Nuclear Pact Amid Japan Crisis
President Ford and Prime Minister Tanaka held talks in Tokyo as Tanaka's Liberal Democratic party faced possible resignation amid a power struggle. They issued a communique on halting nuclear spread and oil cuts while Ford praised the discussions and noted strong security for his visit.
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Senate panel backs Rockefeller for VP post
The Senate Rules Committee will recommend Friday that Nelson A. Rockefeller be confirmed as vice president. Chairman Howard Cannon said the panel's Friday vote should be favorable and a full Senate tally would occur after Thanksgiving to allow review of the committee report. Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield expressed hope for a confirmation vote before the recess, noting no new issues have arisen.
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