Congress to OK funds for draft registration
Congress moves to approve 13.3 million to activate peacetime draft registration for about four million men. Carter to issue executive order directing 1960 and 1961 births to register, with registration to begin within weeks after funding. Critics question effectiveness while opponents plan nationwide demonstrations and protest actions at conventions.
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Justice Department backs repeal of homosexual ban
The Justice Department backs Senator Cranston’s bill to delete the 1952 immigration clause excluding aliens afflicted with sexual deviation. Allan Parker said the department endorses removing the ban, following changes after the Public Health Service halted mandatory medical exams for homosexuality.
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Becker's precise dummy play secures bridge contract
Goren notes North South deals with North bidding strength and West leading diamonds. Becker selects a club line without a finesse, using timing to force success. He wins early, draws trumps, ruffs, and exploits club position to drop the queen, then takes heart finesse for an overtrick.
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Plane crash near McChord kills local pilot during training
An Air Force spokesman says a F-106 fighter jet from the 318th Fighter Interceptor Squadron crashed two miles south of McChord Air Force Base on Fort Lewis, killing the pilot during a routine training mission. Cause is not known. pilot identity withheld pending relatives' notification.
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