Nixon visits Harrisburg flood evacuees amid sympathy and hope
President Nixon toured a flood evacuation center in Harrisburg, pa, meeting evacuees including a young girl clinging to his arm. He pledged that the city would rebound, recalling the 1906 San Francisco quake and praising resilience of lower income residents. He spoke with reporters before returning to Camp David.
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Jacksons file $15 million suit over San Quentin shooting
George Jacksons parents sue for 15 million dollars claiming intentional wrongdoing or neglect after the 29 year old was shot by guards at San Quentin Prison last August. The guards say Jackson was attempting to escape.
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Europe bankers fail to reach full agreement on pound crisis plan
Paris reports top European bankers and finance ministers ended daylong talks without a final accord to curb pound volatility. Olivier Wormser said markets in the 10-nation group will likely not reopen before Tuesday at the earliest, hinting at extending Friday’s shutdown unless ministers meet in Luxembourg. The 10 nations include six EEC members and four applicants Britain Ireland Denmark and Norway. Wormser declined to reveal specifics or discuss views or recommendations.
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Illinois tax relief push clears House to Gov desk
Legislation to exempt 97 percent of Illinois taxpayers from personal property tax moves to Gov. Ogilvie after Senate approval. A $5,000 exemption would spare many, though the 1972 levy begins in Cook County and will soon reach downstate.
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