OPEC urged to form world cartel for raw materials
Algeria's Boumedienne opened talks with a push for developing nations to unite against Western economic imperialism. The official wire suggested expanding OPEC into a worldwide cartel supplying all raw materials to non Communist nations.
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Texas Senate panel urges reforms to halt nursing home atrocities
A Texas Senate subcommittee recommends major changes to stop abuses in nursing homes. The plan seeks $22 million more state dollars for in home services, calls for part time retired nurse visits, and better home care for disabled youth. It details incidents of neglect, sedation, and lax oversight, urging audits to align rates with true costs and reasonable profits.
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Democrats rush to block Ford energy program push
Democrats in the House move to delay President Ford energy proposals including a tariff bump and fuel allocation plan. They plan to attach a delaying measure to the debt ceiling bill, with Ways and Means opening debate. Ford defends action as necessary and urges Congress to proceed.
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Kleason indicted in deaths of 2 Mormon missionaries
A capital murder indictment targets Robert Kleason for the killings of Gary Darley 20 of Simi Valley and Mark Fischer 19 of Milwaukee. He faces federal charges first with competency hearings set for January 29. Evidence ties hair samples to Fischer.
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Bentsen blasts red tape in SSI aid program
Senator Lloyd Bentsen charges the federal Supplemental Security Income program is an administrative disaster with long delays, missing checks, and miscalculations. He notes states face budget strain as errors drive overpayments or underpayments, urging immediate investigation.
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Beef and Potato Prices Dip Despite Broad Food Rise
Agriculture Department report notes beef and potato prices declined while overall food costs rose about 1.2 percent from November to December. Midwestern grain fed cattle prices dropped to around 36 per 100 pounds, down roughly 12 from a year earlier, with plentiful beef and potato inventories across regions.
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