Economics on the US Recovery Shows Mixed Signals
Economists place the US in a mid recovery phase with inflation and possible new recession risks. They differ on policy. unemployment eased to 8.3 percent in September while total jobless stayed at 7.8 million. Industrial output rose 1.3 percent in August as housing starts slowed after July gains.
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Castro plots revealed
Sen. Church says CIA attempted to assassinate Fidel Castro over at least 15 years with no presidents aware. CIA Director Colby acknowledges but cites murky facts and opposition to public discussion. Church says actions were clearly illegal and a legal framework may be needed to prohibit such plots.
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Tax panel weighs extending 1975 tax cuts into 1976
The House Ways and Means Committee, after weeks on a major tax bill, favors extending the 1975 income tax reductions into 1976 though not all details are settled. Aims to finish the first draft by Thursday and reconvene October 21 22 before sending the bill to the House floor. The panel has also widened child care expense deductions for workers using babysitters or day care. A Tuesday debate will cover Simplification of the Tax Return.
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Hearst expected arraignment in Los Angeles next Friday
Patty Hearst and two Symbionese Liberation Army suspects may be arraigned in Los Angeles after a petition for habeas corpus ad prosequendum was prepared. The 11 counts from a May 1974 crime spree were cited, with possible transfer from San Mateo County Jail for state or federal trials. Deputy D A Mayerson declined comment.
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Grain talks resume in Moscow amid Ukraine harvest fears
American and Soviet negotiators resumed discussions on Soviet grain purchases in the United States led by Undersecretary Charles A. Robinson. The talks seek a stable long term basis to prevent US price disruptions as Ukraine reports a potential 20 to 33.5 million ton crop shortfall against 49 million ton target for 1975.
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Ford's son talks marijuana use in moderation comparison
Jack Ford, President's 23 year old son, says he has used pot and argues cautious, nondestructive use could be like moderate wine or beer. He adds the drug problem in the country is not treated properly and abuse is the main issue.
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Beirut Airport Attack Linked to Sinai Peace Ties
Investigators say guerrilla survivors from a weekend Beirut assault planned to hijack an Egyptair jet to Cairo to press Egypt to renounce the Sinai disengagement deal with Israel. Four attackers, including a Palestinian and Lebanese, engaged security at Beirut airport injuring a guard and prompting arrests.
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Questionable Northrop consultant costs drew scrutiny
A Defense Department audit covering 1971 to 1974 found 5.5 million in consultant fees paid to 72 contractors by Northrop credited without adequate auditing. The report cites destroyed records and incomplete data, listing high profile names such as Maj Gen Winston P. Wilson and Gen Adolf Galland among the questionable expenditures.
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