Lameduck session looms as election day nears
Washington observers doubt Congress will adjourn before the November 3 elections though some leaders still hope to finish legislative business. NASA official Dr. George M. Low remarks on Russian unmanned lunar achievement amid a space race context.
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Record Stock Turnover on NYSE Reaches High
The New York Stock Exchange posted its second largest turnover in history with 21.34 million shares traded. The Dow Jones average rose 4.93 points to 759.31 as advances outpaced declines by over 3 to 1 on the Big Board.
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U. S. Sixth Fleet Maneuvers Near Middle East Crisis
The 6th Fleet and its jet bombers move 150 miles from the Middle East as Soviet forces follow. Adm. Spreen notes mutual interests while ships adjust positions across the Mediterranean. In Hollywood, the American Humane Association plans to rate foreign films for animal treatment next month. The FTC warns thousands of Italian red berets sold in the U.S. burn easily and heat intensely.
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Import Quotas Denounced by Mondale in Isolationism Debate
Sen Walter Mondale denounces pending import quota bill as a dangerous wave of economic isolationism. He argues the measure, aimed at textiles and shoes, goes beyond fair protection and could harm American shippers manufacturers and consumers as Senate opposition forms.
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U.S
Walter Mondale
Senate
No Thaw Foreseen in U S Cuba Relations
State Department officials doubt the return of an alleged U S hijacker by Cuba signals a thaw in the long diplomatic estrangement. Officials say no softening of anti American rhetoric has occurred and may have worsened since last April.
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House Passes Broad Narcotics Control Bill
The House approved a wide narcotics control package worth 403 million dollars over three years boosting enforcement and rehabilitation while removing mandatory minimum sentences for personal use. It tightens controls on import export, requires drug handling registration, and creates a presidential commission to study marijuana and broader drug abuse issues.
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Enzyme Detergents Face Washington Inquiry Over Harm
Government agencies summon the enzyme detergent industry to discuss possible skin irritations and allergies from these products. FTC and FDA cite complaints and false advertising charges against Procter and Gamble, Lever Brothers, and Colgate Palmolive, with an Oct. 8 meeting urged. Ralph Nader notes potential harm and calls for study.
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Senate House conferees OK $19.9 billion defense bill
A Senate House conference approved a $19.9 billion military spending bill, including two new Safeguard ABM sites, expanding to four locations. The pact is $1 billion under Nixon's budget and awaits approval by both houses before reaching the president.
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Army to Cut Troop Strength by 45000 by June
Washington AP Army to reduce combat forces by 45000, lowering strength to 1.2 million by mid-1971, the biggest cut in a decade. Moot says three divisions will be inactivated, with rest via phasing out support units as Nixon Doctrine shifts focus to allied aid. Pentagon aims for 2.9 million total by next June.
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Robert C. Moot
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Pentagon says Soviets may base subs permanently in Cuba
Pentagon officials indicate strong signs that the Soviet Union is establishing a permanent submarine base in Cuba. The claim suggests a durable military installation in the Caribbean, raising strategic concerns for Washington.
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Weather Summary West of the Pecos
Cloudy conditions persist west of the Pecos through Saturday. Strong winds develop tonight with cooler temperatures and a low around 46 to 60. Light rain or drizzle is possible on Saturday with highs near 50 to 64.
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Cambodian Forces Press Break Through Vietnamese Lines Near Taing Kuk
Cambodian troops driving to link with reinforcements near Taing Kuk push toward a key enemy strong point as North Vietnamese Viet Cong forces continue mortar bombardment. Government units aim to reopen Route 6 to Kompong Thom while Communist forces seize Highway 5 northwest of Phnom Penh.
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Wealthy widow Mrs. Birch flees Pecos after missed Artesia bus
Rich Pearl Choate Birch widow of A Otis Birch worth 200 million visits Pecos by Greyhound from Odessa. She blames ticket agent Fred Dominguez for a missed connection, leaves town by cab and foot toward Artesia New Mexico.
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Nixon Heads Nine Day European Trip With Dublin Stop
President Nixon will depart Sunday for a nine day tour of five nations. He will meet U S representatives at Kilfrush House near Tipperary to discuss the Paris peace talks with David Bruce. Mrs Nixon accompanies him part way and will visit Boys Town in Rome and County Mayo.
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