SEC reveals E-Systems paid South Korea colonel $1.4 million
The SEC accuses E-Systems Inc and three VP s William R Harter Robert H Mitchell and Robert N Smith of securities law violations for failing to report 1.4 million in payments to a colonel at the South Korean embassy between 1973 and 1976. The case highlights the role of Smith a retired Air Force lieutenant general.
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Dutch marines free 70 hostages from Moluccan siege
Dutch marines stormed the Trento provincial government building in Assen, Netherlands, freeing 70 hostages held by South Moluccan militants since Monday. Three gunmen were captured, and several hostages were wounded as the 20 minute assault ended the four story siege in wooded parkland.
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Israel expected to strike Lebanese bases after deadly raid
Israelis prepare retaliation for a Palestinian attack that killed over 30, with Prime Minister Begin vowing to cut off evil. Al Fatah claimed responsibility as Syrian peacekeepers move big guns toward Sidon and civilians flee Tyre and Sidon. Disagreement persists between Washington and Jerusalem over the response as Egypt warns against further violence. The death toll ranges from 32 to 36 with funerals under way and two survivors questioned.
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Socialists and Communists plan runoff unity in Paris race
In Paris, the Socialist Communist alliance urged mutual withdrawals and combined campaigns to back the leading leftist in each district after a weak first round. Leaders Mittirrand Marchais and Fabre pressed local units to meet and unite, shelving major platform disputes to salvage a National Assembly majority.
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Riot crushes at Villa Devoto Prison in Argentina
Police reported 44 killed and 30 injured as guards and inmates clashed at Villa Devoto prison, Buenos Aires. The facility, designed for 2500, held 4000 to 5000 inmates amid political prisoners since the 1976 coup, with explosions and smoke reported in the early morning.
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Mali arrests deepen purge after abortive coup
President Moussa Traore announced further arrests in Bamako as part of a week long purge following the February events. He said three ministers, the security chief, the army chief of staff, and more than 30 percent of senior officers, plus the city council, were detained and charged with treason to be tried by a special state security court.
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Ransom bid received for Chaplin body
Police report telephoned ransom demands for Charlie Chaplin's body, but calls appear hoaxes. The coffin and body were stolen March 1 from a Corsier cemetery. Examining Magistrate Tenthorey notes callers must prove claims and suspects may have reburied the body. Chaplin's estate exceeds $100 million, prompting ransom speculation.
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