Hughes denies kidnap talk in Nevada power clash
Howard Hughes spoke by phone from the Bahamas to Nevada Governor Paul Laxalt saying he was vacationing and not kidnapped. The Nevada fight over Hughes properties and hotels continues as Maheu and Hooper challenge control with court actions, while Hughes stays on Paradise Island and plans changes at his top Nevada operation.
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Robert Hooper
Tool Company
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Hooper
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Thomas Bell
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Finance Committee’s Efforts May Be Fruitless
The Senate Finance Committee nears final action on a sprawling Social Security bill with numerous amendments. Lawmakers clash over welfare reform, tax changes, and how to finance a $9 billion annual benefit increase. A floor fight looms as some seek to attach reforms, possibly limiting debate and adjournment may force quick action or dissolution.
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Geese Linger in Iowa and Missouri Prompting Complaints
Iowa officials dispute deliberate baiting claims as 900000 blue and snow geese refuse Gulf of Mexico migration. Inspectors found geese in federal and state wildlife areas in Iowa and Missouri feeding on corn. Officials cite open water and abundant feed as reasons for stay, noting some planting near DeSoto Bend Refuge.
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Agreement Recommended to Ford UAW Council
Detroit AP bargaining notes say UAW negotiators urged Ford Council to submit a tentative pact to 166000 Ford UAW members for ratification. The deal followed an eight hour session and mirrors GM terms, with retroactive wage raises and cost of living provisions under consideration.
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Council of Economic Advisers
Malcolm Denise
Chrysler Corp
Lean defends films amid critical storms and box office
Hollywood report finds British director David Lean upbeat despite harsh notices for Ryan's Daughter. Lean cites past hits Lawrence of Arabia and Dr. Zhivago, notes MGM’s persistence, and defends budgets and pacing for varied subjects. He recalls Brief Encounter and argues he can make smaller films if the subject fits.
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Dr. Zhivago
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Los Angeles
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Bosley Crowther
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New York Times
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Celia Johnson
Trevor Howard
Blackout Crisis Intensifies in United States Energy Strain
The AP report outlines a widening energy crisis as demand for electric power doubles every decade, with reduced grid reserves and shortages in natural gas and fuel oil. It notes aging infrastructure, delayed nuclear plants, and geopolitical disruptions tightening supplies amid rising consumption.
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Associated Press
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United States
Federal Power Commission
Middle East
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Ity
John Lopez
TVA
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Tenn
Brown’s Ferry
Ala
Bonneville Power Administration
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Oregon
Idaho
Montana
Atomic Energy Commission
Miracle at Derrick Texas Chapter II
In Derrick Texas a tense plot unfolds as a corrupt plan to condemn an orphanage building tests the town's Christmas charity. Derrick and Skrind oppose aid, while Fred Ketchum struggles to gather donations, and at the orphanage children prepare handmade gifts and sing carols, hoping for a miracle.
Douglas Backs Out Of Cases
Washington AP Justice William O Douglas dropped out of three Supreme Court cases Monday amid impeachment pressure. He gave no reason and declined to discuss with a newsman, often excluding himself from cases, including some obscenity matters recently.
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Supreme Court
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Evergreen Magazine
Grove Press
Farmer Leaves Office To Return To Activist Role
James Farmer, former head of CORE and top Black official in the Nixon era, resigns as assistant secretary of HEW after two unhappy months in federal service. He returns to activism, aims to build a think tank to push minority ideas into government, and focuses on racial and economic divisions. He says his departure is on good terms and will pursue lecturing and writing.
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Congress of Racial Equality
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