Congress votes to restore fiscal control of Postal Service
The House approved a measure 267 to 123 to place the Postal Service under annual congressional authorization and funding. Supporters say it would hold the service accountable, while opponents call the system poorly managed. The plan accompanies a bill for a 10.5 billion subsidy for four years of service.
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Plot to assassinate President Ford reported in Chicago
Police received a call from a man claiming there was a plot to kill President Ford upon his arrival in Chicago at O'Hare Airport. The caller said he was not involved, but that plans targeted the military side of the airport. The call could not be traced and was given to the Secret Service.
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Ford Dedicates New FBI Building
President Ford dedicates the $126 million FBI headquarters in Washington named for J Edgar Hoover. He speaks before about 7,000 FBI employees and agents plus Secret Service at the ceremony on the city block site.
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Hungarian jetliner crashes off Lebanon with 64 aboard
A Tupolev 154 operating from Budapest to Beirut crashed into the Mediterranean near the Lebanese coast during an approach to Beirut airport. Rescue efforts involve Malov Hungarian Airlines, Lebanese ships, and a RAF Hercules plane, with 54 passengers and 10 crew reported dead or missing.
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Kidney patient opts death rather than dialysis
In San Bernardino California Chuck McCracken 37 chose to discontinue daily life saving dialysis treatments July 22 after suffering blindness paralysis and diabetes. A family friend said his condition is deteriorating fast and he is very weak though he is holding his own.
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Tribune Drops Thru and Other Simplified Spellings
The Chicago Tribune ends its 1930s era simplified spellings after a long run. Webster's Third becomes the guide, keeping og words like dialog and synagog, while many earlier forms are abandoned to reduce confusion between Johnny and his teacher.
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Crack Down On Runaway Dads Prompts Prosecutor Action
The National District Attorneys Association urges prosecutors to pursue nonpayers to boost child support. Taxpayers could gain per-dollar returns through a new parent locator service and welfare savings. Conferences in Washington Boston Chicago Denver New Orleans and Seattle announced.
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