Revenue Sharing Plans Stall in Hostile Congress
In Washington, six Nixon revenue sharing plans totaling about 11 billion dollars face stiff resistance from a Democratic-led Congress. The administration pushes block grants to states across education, manpower, law enforcement, transportation, community development, and rural programs, but House committees show little appetite for passage this year.
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Revenue sharing plan pitched to Hamilton officials
A Nixon task force told 100 Hamilton County officials the $16 billion revenue sharing program would cut two thirds of federal red tape without increasing money. Senator Taft said the concept aims to simplify processes and curb bureaucracy rather than add dollars to state and local governments.
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Weather warms ahead of weekend with 70s in sight
Sunny pleasant weather sets in as weekend approaches with highs forecast in the lower 70s after a chilly night. Yesterday peaked at 65 with a morning low of 35 as officials discuss a new Ohio River bridge plan reducing traffic lanes and sparking concerns. Rep. Donald Clancy criticizes a no strings program amid federal design decisions opposed by local leaders.
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Economy Up New Tax Cut Unlikely Now
Washington reports a first quarter GNP gain of 28.5 billion dollars, slowing hopes for immediate tax relief. The White House says the recovery is solid but inflation remains high at 5.2 percent, with prospects for broader tax cuts still possible later in the year. The seasonally adjusted GNP rose to 1.018 trillion dollars, the largest dollar advance in over a decade, driven by price levels.
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Pick Thinkers For Admirals Says Navy Boss
Secretary of the Navy John H. Chaffee urges future admirals to break with tradition and recruit iconoclasts who stimulate reexamination of premises. He urges Clarey, head of the Flag Selection Board, to value originality and leadership over conformity. Zumwalt, once youngest admiral and later Navy chief, is cited as example of needed change.
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U S Forces Enter Fire Base Fury in Shau Valley Operation
U S Command said elements of the 101st Airborne Division and artillery were flown into Fire Base Fury at the valley's southern tip. The mission remained undisclosed but was believed to clear the way for South Vietnamese troops with heavy artillery support. Far south, South Vietnamese commanders said Fire Base 6 siege ended and enemy forces fled after heavy casualties. Mortars and rockets hit US and Vietnamese positions. two South Vietnamese bases were shelled and a clash reported. Casualties: three South Vietnamese and one American adviser killed, nine South Vietnamese wounded. two North Vietnamese killed. Saigon claims 2,903 North Vietnamese dead in the region since March 31, a figure some sources dispute. Saigon reports 195 South Vietnamese killed, 32 missing, 42 wounded, five American advisers killed.
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Patton sweeps Oscars as Scott snubs award
The Patton film dominates the 43rd Academy Awards winning seven Oscars including best picture. George C. Scott refuses the best actor prize though the academy will hold the statue for him. Glenda Jackson Helen Hayes John Mills lead other winners while MASH and Love Story receive multiple nominations but limited wins.
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