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Sadat names himself ruler of Egypt amid crisis
Cairo reports President Sadat proclaims martial law and sacks cabinet to fix shortages and unrest. He elevates himself to prime minister and military governor, mobilizes 17 to 50 year olds, and promises two months for remedies while rationing critical supplies. Betty Furness named NYC consumer affairs chief to replace Bess Myerson.
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Cairo
Egypt
Anwar Sadat
Gamal Abdel Nasser
Britain
France
Israel
Sadat
Aziz Sidky
Suez Canal
Groppi
New York
Betty Furness
Presiden L.¢en B. Johnson
New York City
Consumer Affairs
Fiscay
Bess Myerson
John V. Lindsay
Miss Furness