New Ethiopian leader vows to end mutiny and reform
Addis Ababa reports that Endalkachew Makonnen, named by Emperor Haile Selassie, told reporters he can end the four day military mutiny. He said troops will stay in streets until order is restored then return to barracks as the government pursues reform based on talent and youth. Demonstrators marching through the capital urged democratic reforms and press freedom while demanding the ouster of the new prime minister. The emperor dismissed Aklilu Haptewold and cabinet amid mutiny by about 47 000 armed forces seeking pay increases and replacement of the government.
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Pay hike vote stalled in Senate amid budget fight
The Senate delayed action on congressional pay raises amid election-year jitters. A Thursday night agreement leaves a final decision open next week, with a Wednesday vote to cut off debate and no final timetable. Proposals include deferring raises to January 1, 1975 or approving a 5.5 percent increase this year.
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Pension reform bill clears House with wide margin
The House approved a sweeping pension reform measure 375 to 4, reshaping tax treatment and protections for private retirement plans used by about 30 million workers with assets over 150 billion dollars. It allows new personal plans for noncovered workers and tightens executive benefit rules.
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Mitchell Stans conspiracy trial opens in New York
In New York the Mitchell Stans criminal conspiracy case moves to trial as government opens its case against ex Attorney General John W. Mitchell and former Commerce Secretary Maurice H. Stans. The curtain-raiser before Judge Lee P. Gagliardi was earmarked to last about two hours.
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