Public opinion split over federal aid for New York City
A compilation of four polls shows wide gaps in support for federal aid to New York City as its financial crisis deepened. Gallup found 42 percent in favor, CBS/Times 55 percent, Harris 69 percent endorsing loan guarantees, while timing and wording influenced results.
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Okie farmer sends $24 to aid New York City
Oakwood Oklahoma businessman Chag Davie, 50, mailed $24 to The Miami Herald for forwarding to New York City treasurer, saying his small gesture aims to help NYC avoid bankruptcy. He notes being troubled by the city’s financial bind and urges broader civic effort and reform. A Manhattan spokesman for Mayor Beame says the city will accept the donation into the general fund.
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Ford in New England Speech Signals Strong Defense Policy
In Boston President Ford addressed the New England Council to reassure conservatives that firing Defense Secretary Schlesinger does not soften his stance on a robust national defense. The aide noted the message targeted Republicans wary of Kissinger’s approach to the Soviet Union.
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National jobless rate up in October United States
The unemployment rate rose from 8.3 to 8.6 percent in October, with 230,000 more unemployed bringing total unemployment to 8 million. The number employed stayed around 85.4 million while the labor force grew by about 250,000 to 93.4 million, signaling a renewed recession impact.
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Secrecy in Belize Amid Belize City Crisis
Belize City in emergency mode as British and local troops guard the airport complex to protect a military move. Passengers in transit must stay on board on landing and cameras are banned. Foreign reporters must check in with British authorities half a mile away before approaching town. The crisis stems from alleged Guatemalan invasion threats. Belizean residents, many with African ancestry, favor independence but will remain a British colony during the crisis.
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El Paso Woman Convicted of Welfare Fraud
Helen Baskin Pickney, a 42 year old mother of seven and grandmother to two, was found guilty of welfare fraud. District Court Judge John L. Fashing sentenced her to 18 months in prison after prosecutors said she lied about all income sources including child support and life insurance on a deceased daughter.
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