War Is War Judge Says Calley Case Reversal
In a postscript to overturning William Calley's conviction for My Lai, Judge J Robert Elliott likened war crimes to historic slaughter and argued Calley did not receive a fair trial. He compared Calley's treatment to other wartime acts and condemned media and government actions that tainted the case.
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Kaline Receives White House Congratulations for 4000 Hits
Baltimore AP Kaline Al Kaline Tigers designated hitter received a congratulatory call from President Ford after becoming the 12th player in major league history to reach 4000 hits.
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Brezhnev Sees Hopeful US Russian Ties Under Ford
Soviet leader Brezhnev at a dinner for Janos Kadar said U S Russian relations are on a positive track under President Ford. He noted U S Soviet cooperation has been well received in Moscow and affirmed willingness to maintain contacts to foster peace trust and neighborly relations.
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Cattle Committee To Meet In KC
Washington AP reports a new cattle industry advisory committee will hold its first meeting October 17 18 in Kansas City to discuss future conditions for beef producers and policy implications from the Agriculture Department.
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Nixon Transition Costs Prompt Senate Questioning
A congressional subcommittee questioned the plan to equip Nixon’s 14-person staff in San Clemente with 77 typewriters 21 sofas 44 desks and 186 chairs as part of an $850 000 transition budget. Senator Montoya pressed for justification noting uncertainty over staff size and duties while officials suggested volunteers or loans might cover some roles. The story also reports on cabinet turnover and a separate probe into the Federal Power Commission with officials admitting conflicts of interest rules were not enforced for years and that 19 officials may have violated them.
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Mexico Evening School enrolls Sept 30 at high school
Enrollment for Mexico Evening School classes will be Monday night September 30 at Mexico High School seven o clock. Limited classes available. For information call 581 5684. Courses include antique clock repair yardwork upholstery painting sewing tailoring Spanish pottery woodworking and more.
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