Worst since WWII Automakers close out bhat year
DETROIT AP The nations automakers closed 1974 with record declines and cutbacks signaling more to come. Output fell to 7,340,373 cars for 1974, a 24 percent drop from 9,660,819 in 1973, the worst nonstrike year since 1962 except 1970. December production totaled 357,429, down 31 percent from December 1973. Chrysler announced plant shutdowns and second-shift eliminations as part of the year end retrenchment.
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Kissinger not ruling out force over Mideast oil
Secretary Kissinger declined to rule out United States military action against Mideast oil producers to prevent a collapse of the industrial world. He said he believes the problem can be solved without force, though he acknowledged the option exists.
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Ety A. Kissinger
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Mideast
Government to auction gold worth 350 million dollars
The General Services Administration plans a Monday auction of about 350 million dollars in gold. Individual bidders must pay at least about 70 000 dollars to buy any gold. About 30 sealed bids have been received. Market specialists note details about the sale.
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General Services Administration
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Ford signs trade bill and CIA questions loom
President Ford, back from a 12 day skiing vacation, plans to sign the trade bill and confer with aides on the CIA controversy and energy issues. He met with Defense Secretary Schlesinger and aides as details on CIA files and domestic activity speculations swirl. Officials expect a public statement on CIA next week after meetings with Kissinger Colby and Schlesinger.
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Coastal States plan called real loser by city leader
San Antonio officials disclosed private talks between Coastal States Gas Producing Co and City Public Service's board chairman Tom Derg about a proposal to involve the cities it serves in gas exploration. The plan drew a San Antonio city council member's label as a real loser.
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Phuoc Binh siege rages as Vietnam clash grows
In Phuoc Binh the capital of Phuoc Long province, fighting intensified with government forces claiming early gains while North Vietnamese and Viet Cong troops launched another onslaught. Reports say a tank column struck southern Phuoc Binh and street fighting occurred Friday. Authorities indicate over 3,000 shells hit the city of 50,000 since the attack began, while air and ground forces claimed to have repelled advances and inflicted casualties. Nearby Hoai Duc also faced renewed assault as the battle spread across the region.
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Michot Returns Home After Christ Mission Wanders
David Michot, 20, son of Louisiana education superintendent, resurfaces after missing since November. He left to serve Christ, walked back home four weeks later, and declined to explain his disappearance or lack of contact. Police had searched across Arizona New Mexico Texas and border towns.
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Tiny Salt Lake baby born under 2 pounds thrives later
Two year old Mike McFarland, born weighing 2 pounds 2 ounces, survived a days long ordeal after doctors warned of death from prematurity. Now 33 inches tall and 31 pounds, he attends weekly therapy while his father Roy, 42, a Salt Lake City ad agency vice president, describes the family’s journey and the child’s growth. The story notes Mike’s vocabulary of 30 words, love of red, and appetite, alongside details of his early delivery complications and the hospital’s fragile timeline.
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Unknown hero buried by Chicago man’s burial vow
An unidentified Chicago man, aged 25 to 30, died defending three teenagers from a knife attack on August 23. Police charge Richard Wilson with murder. Ken Simon funded the pauper’s grave at Cook County Cemetery after arranging a burial with clergy. Seven people attended at Oak Woods Cemetery. Police hope tattoo clues may reveal the hero’s identity.
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Associated Press
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