Envoys Resume SALT Talks Amid Optimism for Arms Treaty
In Vienna the United States and Soviet Union plan to resume SALT talks on March 26 aiming for a first stage treaty. The sixth round ended with progress but no details, with aims to limit ABMs and pursue offensive curbs. Nixon's Moscow trip in May drives urgency.
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U.S. and European Common Market Reach Balanced Trade Accord
The United States and the European Common Market announced a balanced package to resolve trade issues after talks in Brussels. U.S. trade negotiator William D. Eberle and Common Market external trade commissioner Prof. Ralf Dahrendorf led the session. Details were not disclosed and must be approved by both sides. The agreement spans long term medium term and some short term trade arrangements as stated by Eberle.
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Monroe Jaycees head to New Orleans convention
Several Monroe Jaycees travel to New Orleans for the Louisiana Jaycees state convention running through Sunday noon. Jim Dimos, named Monroe’s Outstanding Young Man of the Year, seeks the statewide Distinguished Service Award, a honor not won from Ouachita Parish since Bailey Grant 25 years ago.
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Finch to Leave Nixon Staff After Election in 1974 Bid
Robert H. Finch longtime Nixon aide will exit the White House after the November election likely to pursue California senate or governorship in 1974. He notes open constitutional offices while observers see a push for Senate or Reagan's job. Finch has hinted since 1970 about leaving and says polls show strong GOP support for his bid.
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IRS Tax Return Audits Rise Cash From 1971 Examinations
The IRS reported fewer audits in fiscal 1971 with 1.346 million individual returns examined versus 1.672 million in 1970. Despite the drop, audits yielded about $900 million in additional tax and a total of $3.4 billion in extra payments across both individuals and corporations.
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Bangladesh Recognized by Eight Nations and Others Pledge Soon
Eight countries recognized Bangladesh as the new nation after East Pakistan's independence. Austria Britain Denmark Finland Norway Sweden and West Germany were among them, with Israel joining later as Holland and Japan planned recognition soon. Prime Minister Heath of Britain urged stronger regional ties as Pakistan withdrew from the Commonwealth.
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Five Earthquakes Strike Ancona Italy Shaking City
Five earthquakes hit Ancona on the Adriatic coast, causing thousands to flee to the countryside. A woman died of a heart attack and several were injured as at least 150 buildings were damaged. Authorities evacuated prisons and main squares and ordered closures.
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Monroe Area Weather Light Snow Expected Today
Monroe skies will be clear with cold temperatures today and tonight with a high in the mid 40s and a low in the upper 20s. Saturday should bring sunny, warmer weather with a low 60s, winds easing from 5 to 15 mph today and shifting to southwesterly by Saturday.
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Nixon Drops Military Bonus Plans Despite Guard Reserve Pressure
Washington AP reports the Nixon administration backed away from proposed enlistment and reenlistment bonuses as Guard and Reserve strength falls. Draft calls are light and the draft may end, with Kelley noting evaluation for incentives by mid April and Laird confirming no draft calls in early 1972.
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Chuckle Says Platonic Love Invites Ginger Ale Down Cellar
A humorous riff compares platonic affection to being invited downstairs for a simple glass of ginger ale, playful and light in tone.
U S Jobless Rate Drops In January
The U S unemployment rate eased to 5.9 percent in January with total employment at 80.6 million after seasonal adjustment. Nonfarm payrolls rose to a record 71.4 million, while average weekly earnings fell to 129.20 dollars as the work week shortened to 36.9 hours.
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Nixon Presses Congress on D C Voting Rights
President Nixon renewed to day a call for granting residents of the District of Columbia voting representation in Congress. In a special message he outlined plans to ready D C for the nation's 200th birthday in 1976 and urged first class status and full voting rights in Congress.
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Camden Monroe River Stages Reported Flood Changes
The Camden Monroe River shows stage readings with data on flood progression. Stage values recorded include 26 over 14.0 feet and 2.2 fall, with 40 and 20.6 noted in the stream gauge report for the current period.
Aerial Ambulance Service Expansion Approved
The government will permanently expand free aerial ambulance service using military helicopters to 14 more states. The program, based on the 1970 western states experiment, has flown 915 patients in 704 mercy flights, mostly traffic injuries. Nine bases in 19 states will operate under MSAT with strict private-operator safeguards.
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Compulsory Arbitration Fight Deepens Dock Strike Stand
Henry Bridges leader of the West Coast dockers warns of a worldwide shipping tie up if Congress enacts compulsory arbitration to end the strike. He cites ships sailing overseas and allied help, while supporting private talks and urging a secret member vote on any return to work.
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Record Warmth and Cold Snap Across States
National Weather Service data show Palm Beach Florida reached 87 degrees the highest in the continental U.S. on Thursday while Bemidji Minnesota and Evanston Wyoming logged a 20 below zero cold spell, illustrating wide temperature extremes.
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