Mortgage lenders deny blacks more than whites in loans
Government survey shows black applicants are rejected more often than whites with similar income and assets in six cities during the last half of 1974. Sen. Proxmire cites 26.5 versus 15.6 percent in 10k to 15k income group and 23.2 versus 14.1 percent for five years on the job, urging enforcement of the 1968 Fair Housing Act.
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CIA delivers Olson death files amid family lawsuit threat
The Olson family received CIA documents about Frank R Olson and his 1953 death after participation in a LSD drug test. Lawyer David Kairys confirmed receipt but would not comment until review. Alice Olson and her children intend to sue the government and pursue damages. President Ford apologized in a White House meeting and ordered release of records to the family.
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Women on Pill Face Higher Heart Attack Risks
New Britain medical studies reported that birth control pills raise heart attack risk for women, especially with additional factors like smoking diabetes high blood pressure obesity and high cholesterol. Estimates show 30 to 39 age group risk around 3.5 per 100000 and 40 to 44 about 45 per 100000, with risk rising sharply with multiple factors.
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Congress OKs veterans bill doubling Ford proposal
Congress sent to President Ford a bill raising veterans disability compensation by 10 to 12 percent, and boosting widows' dependency and indemnity payments by 12 percent. Senate and House actions moved by voice vote, with no veto signalled. The measure takes effect August 1 and ties payments to disability ratings or wartime losses.
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Mechanics lien bill approved in Ohio to protect homeowners
The Ohio House Judiciary Committee backed a mechanics lien bill requiring builders to pay all subcontractors, workers, and suppliers before home sale to avoid liens. The bill also raises veterans and widows benefit minimums and maximums, while federal agencies face scrutiny over disabled veteran hiring plans.
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