Union Leaders Divided On Lockheed Loan Plea
Washington labor leaders split over a proposed 250 million government loan guarantee to Lockheed Aircraft Corp to keep it solvent. AFL-CIO chief Meany supports underwriting to save jobs, while UAW head Woodcock warns the measure risks future welfare and may not save the company. Smith of the machinists warns bankruptcy would ripple across aerospace, airlines, and the economy, outlining large job losses if the loan fails.
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International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
Community drug rehab center eyed for Frederick County
County officials and educators discuss a potential drug rehabilitation center to serve all ages with primary secondary and post addiction treatment. Proponents emphasize broad community support, school involvement, and state funding. skeptics warn of funding and outreach challenges.
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United States Signs Okinawa Pact With Japan
The U S and Japan sign a treaty restoring Okinawa to Japanese sovereignty after 27 years of occupation while retaining eight U S bases. The deal, signed in Washington and Tokyo, sets the return for next year and includes a nuclear weapons assurance. Japan will pay 320 million dollars in compensation.
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Okinawa
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Clear Weather Returns With Warm Weekend Outlook
After a soggy spell, rain clouds move out and temperatures rise to the upper 70s by afternoon. No rain expected today or Friday as skies stay clear and winds stay light from the east. Overnight lows near the upper 50s with highs in the 80s Friday and a record of 67/55 on Wednesday. Total June precipitation sits at 2.02 inches, below normal 5.49.
Telephone Workers Set for Bell Strike After July 14 Deadline
Kansas City AP says Joseph A Beirne president of the Communications Workers of America warns settlement with Bell System looks very poor before a July 14 strike deadline as thousands of delegates at the union 33rd annual convention cheer the plan for a 6 am EDT strike if demands remain unmet.
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Joseph A. Beirne
Communications Workers’ of America
Bell System
Beirne
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