Hays resigns from Congress amid sex scandal triggers ethics probe
Wayne Hays, 65, resigns from the U S House four months before end of his 28 year career. He cited illness and personal reasons after admitting an affair with Elizabeth Ray amid a federal funds misuse inquiry. The House Ethics Committee closed its probe into the Ray affair but a grand jury review continues. The panel voted to terminate hearings and said it has no jurisdiction over a former member.
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Nobel chemist eyes gasoline from trees
Nobel Prize winner Melvin Calvin proposes growing gasoline producing trees in arid Southern California and similar climates. He cites euphorbia latex as a hydrocarbon source and says molecular weight must be reduced to about 50,000 to yield gasoline.
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Conferees Agree To 1977 Military Budget Increase
Conferees raise defense funding to 104.3 billion for fiscal 1977 up 14 billion from 1976 with a go slow on the EI bomber awaiting the next administration. Ford sought 107.9 billion. total may rise by 2.2 billion for pay hikes. Navy Condor missile program is killed after 13 years of R&D.
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House Rebuffs Pay Hike With Budget Vote
In advance of the November elections the House rejected an automatic pay raise for Congress and approved freezing salaries for the 12 month term. The $780.3 million bill funds Congressional operations for the fiscal year starting Oct 1. The vote capped at 325 to 75 to halt the typical 5 percent increase that would raise pay from $44,600 to $46,830.
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House Ethics Panel Declines Hinshaw Expulsion Vote
The House Ethics Committee rejects a 10 to 2 resolution to expel Rep. Andrew J. Hinshaw amid bribery convictions from his prior role as Orange County tax assessor. The panel cites his offenses occurred before his House term and his appeal is pending, leaving open possible future action by Rep. Charles Wiggins.
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Dayton buses desegregate in historic Ohio move
Dayton Ohio marked the first desegregation bus rides in the city and state as thousands joined an all-night vigil. Officials hailed smooth operations with buses full and on time, while Louisville reports higher attendance and a minor incident at Stuart High School involving several arrests.
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Health officials alert to penicillin resistant gonorrhea strain
Health authorities worldwide monitor a new penicillin resistant gonorrhea strain with three additional cases in the United States. CDC Director Dr. Ralph Henderson notes the strain produces an enzyme that neutralizes penicillin and urges 7 to 14 day post treatment checks to confirm cure. The strain risks a setback to venereal disease control programs if widespread.
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Ford Park Expansion Faces Democratic Criticism
Senator Henry Jackson of Washington accused President Ford of using a $1.5 billion parks plan to win votes. Jackson said Congress already authorized the funds and warned the administration would veto bills to boost the $300 million Land and Water Conservation Fund. He called the move political deception aimed at pressuring Congress.
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Rise in Large Organized Alien Smuggling Rings Reported
The GAO reports a surge in large organized smuggling rings aiding illegal aliens. INS notes tactics like guides diverting agents, decoy groups, scout cars, hidden riders, forged documents, and transport by boat or plane. Prosecution remains light. rings often evade penalties.
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