August Unemployment Rises to 6.1 Percent
Unemployment jumped to 6.1 per cent in August as total employment hit a record 79,197,000 after seasonal adjustments. The rise drew sharp criticism from AFL CIO President Meany and Democrats who blamed Nixon’s wage price actions, while about 230,000 jobs were lost and 500,000 joined the labor force.
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Berlin Agreement Signed Easing Cold War Tensions
The Big Four ambassadors signed a Berlin accord to ease tensions in a divided city. It guarantees Western access and travel through the wall, affirms ties to West Germany, but stops short of abolishing the wall and limits West German political status in West Berlin. Russia gains a general consulate right while a future state status is denied.
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One killed and another wounded in Northern Ireland violence
A UDR member was killed near Kinawley by automatic gunfire from a passing car while a British major was seriously wounded by a sniper in Londonderry. The incident marks the ongoing clash attributed to the IRA, with 18 British soldiers killed in Northern Ireland this year.
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Lompoc Sees Shock Waves From Court Ruling on School Financing
The State Supreme Court declared current school funding unconstitutional triggering reactions in Lompoc as residents note the district receives far less per student than the state average. In 1969 70 Lompoc were budgeting about 682 dollars per pupil while the statewide average was 766 dollars.
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Israel warns U S over canal reopening amid arms gap
Israeli diplomats told State Department officials that renewed canal talks hinge on U S supplying more Skyhawk and Phantom jets to preserve military superiority over Egypt and other Arab states. They cited Soviet weapons flows to Egypt shifting regional balance and a Federation of Arab Republics alliance forming with Egypt Syria and Libya.
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Rich Nations Meet in Paris Urge Dollar Devaluation
In Paris talks among the world's ten wealthiest nations, France pressed for a dollar devaluation to ease global economic strain. Italy's Mario Ferrari-Aggradi urged breaking from the dollar standard as Europe seeks a new monetary framework. The dollar drifted down, with markets hinting at a revaluation of foreign currencies to boost trade.
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U.S. weighs China seat in United Nations
Secretary of State Rogers said the United States may support Communist China for a U N Security Council seat and UN membership, while opposing ousting Nationalist China from the General Assembly. He noted broad support in discussions with about 90 governments and pledged a decision in coming weeks. He also said the administration will inform the public about President Nixon’s planned trip to the Chinese mainland before departure.
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Ky Threatens to Destroy Thieu as Election Fears Rise
Vice President Nguyen Cao Ky warned he may destroy President Thieu to stop a dictatorship in South Vietnam as Thieu runs unopposed in the official race. Ky said the next 30 days are crucial and protests could derail the Oct. 3 election, fearing a dictatorship and unrest.
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Stores Stock Up On Health Foods This Season
Health food shelves fill as stores stock more items while students and staff prepare for the final weekend of summer, taking a last long look before the new term.
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