Meany slur sparks national wheat policy quarrel in Texas
Colorado City report quotes Agriculture Commissioner John White praising AFL-CIO chief George Meany for opposing wheat sales to the Russians and mocking U S Secretary Earl Butz as a policy leader. White labels Meany the “Cowpile of the Monday Award” for his stance on grain shipments.
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Mideast pact mostly settled after talks in Jerusalem
A senior American official says most of the new Israeli Egyptian agreement is settled and could be launched Sunday or Monday. Secretary Kissinger returned to Jerusalem for further talks with Rabin and the Israeli team as a few clauses remain, including the number of American manned surveillance posts near the Gidi and Mitla passes.
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Israelis and Americans to man posts on Sinai borders
U S backed plan would place about 100 American technicians on both sides of the Gidi Pass under congressional approval. They would be armed and drawn from private industry and former CIA NSA staff. Israeli Defense Minister Shimon Peres warned of “almost Americans involvement” and Prime Minister Rabin said Israel could defend the line with current troops.
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Ford and governors seek natural gas solution
President Ford meets with 16 governors in Washington to discuss easing an expected winter natural gas shortage. He backs voluntary conservation and possible legislation to end federal regulation of wellhead prices, aiming to shift gas to homes and industry in shortage areas. Standby authority for intrastate to interstate gas transfer may be proposed.
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Kent State shootings trial ends in debate
In Cleveland AP reports a federal jury denied 46 million in damages to Kent State shooting victims and survivors. The jury cleared Gov Rhodes and 28 officials of liability. Plaintiffs say appeal likely as they seek reversal by a higher court. Four students died and nine were wounded on May 4 1970 during a 13 second National Guard volley on campus.
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Beef complaints likely justified in Iowa beef market tension
In Des Moines Iowa Agriculture Secretary Rogert Lounsberry cites widespread complaints over beef price and grading. He notes farmers ship cattle graded as all choice but marketed as good or select, costing ranchers 85 to 120 dollars per head, while consumers face near choice prices.
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Democrats pick New York for 1976 nominating convention
The Democrats chose New York City to host their 1976 presidential nominating convention, citing financial need and labor support. Madison Square Garden was selected over Los Angeles, with officials promising no labor problems and a local economic boost. Republicans lean toward Kansas City, with Cleveland and Miami Beach also in consideration as a decision nears.
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Cigarette use dips slightly in 1974 FTC report
The Federal Trade Commission said U S per capita cigarette consumption fell modestly in 1974 marking the first decline in five years while domestic sales rose about 1.7 percent to a record 594.5 billion cigarettes. Advertising spending reached 306.8 million with magazine and newspaper ads prominent and filter and menthol brands gaining share.
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Oil ring suspect arrested in Texas theft ring
SAN ANGELO Texas AP Boyce Cox an oil lease broker surrendered to police on felony theft charges linked to an interstate oil theft ring. Bond set at 25000. Four others arrested earlier. Evidence suggests participants may reside in other states while operation stayed in Texas and Louisiana. Texas City Refining Co records are reviewed to gauge stolen oil intake. A refinery spokesman denied knowingly buying stolen crude. The ring moved oil from central West Texas tanks into trucks for sale elsewhere.
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