Wiretap bill gains Senate backing amid debate
The Senate intelligence committee reviews a White House backed wiretap bill supported by many senators but criticized by groups like the ACLU for potentially expanding surveillance. Kennedy leads as sponsor saying sweeping reforms are unlikely this session. ACLU argues it legitimizes more tapping while Morton Halperin cites a legal challenge linked to Kissinger.
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Economy Led by Leading Indicators Rises 1.4 Percent in May
The Commerce Department reports the index of leading indicators climbed 1.4 percent in May the fastest monthly rise in ten months. Six components advanced while three declined and one was unavailable. New orders rose 5.2 percent pushing the index, with builders issuing more permits and consumer cash rising.
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Mail monopoly case heard in Pittsburg and Los Angeles updates
A Pittsburg man challenging the postal service monopoly was found guilty of violating private express statutes and plans to appeal to the Denver circuit court. In Los Angeles, defense witnesses for William and Emily Harris face questions over ties to the Symbionese Liberation Army as their case proceeds regarding charges tied to the May 1974 violence including the Patricia Hearst incident.
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IRS revokes tax exemption for Central States Teamsters Pension Fund
The Internal Revenue Service reportedly revoked the tax exempt status of the $1.4 billion Central States Teamsters Union Pension Fund amid alleged mismanagement and questionable loans. The Times cites an unnamed IRS official. IRS spokesmen would not confirm.
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Supreme Court reins in Pasadena busing ruling raises new questions
The Supreme Court 6 to 2 limited a lower court order demanding annual revisions to Pasadena California busing plans and noted migration invoked shifts in black majorities. Justices left open questions on validity of the original order and alternatives like magnet schools. The same day justices also restricted firing of political party members, upholding civil service trends.
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Weather Outlook for South Central Region Tonight to Wednesday
Decreasing cloudiness with a 30 percent chance of measurable precipitation tonight. Low temperatures around the mid 60s with northerly winds 10 to 15 mph. Wednesday will be clear to partly cloudy with highs in the 80s. Airport KIRG reports include high 89 to 94, low 66 to 65, 1 PM 64.
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Hear Ye asks for recognition across youth theater and sports
Readers question why behind the scenes workers in youth theater and sports go unnamed. They cite high school and summer theater crews and ground staff, and ask Southwestern Bell about a tornado warning system via phones, noting siren limitations and high modification costs.
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Varied Reactions to New Two Dollar Bills
After the April 13 issue date the $2 bills drew mixed views from local bankers merchants and customers. Bankers say the notes clutter cash drawers and are mostly kept in collections or given as gifts while a few see them as convenient. Retailers report limited use as payments but note customers enjoy receiving them as change and a novelty. Some believe broader circulation will take time.
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