Ecologists challenge Hathaway nomination for interior secretary
Environmentalists and conservationists challenged Ford interior nominee Stanley Hathaway after two days of hearings. They say his record favors industry over conservation, while Western senators defend him. A Senate Interior Committee hearing was postponed to April 30.
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Meany urges large deficit to spur job growth
AFL CIO chief George Meany told a House Public Works hearing the government may need a huge budget deficit this year, perhaps $100 billion or more, to create jobs and revive the economy. He blasted administration economists as unreliable, criticized Congress, and blamed environmentalists for blocking projects. Meany warned against optimistic forecasts and warned deficits could spell disaster while Ford seeks a $60 billion target.
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Nader Faces Dangers of Nuclear Power Debate
Ralph Nader urged a moratorium on nuclear use and said policy must rest with citizens, not scientists, in a heated exchange with Rep. Mike McCormack. Nader called plutonium uniquely toxic and warned experts downplay dangers, while McCormack cited atmospheric tests and fallout to dispute anti plutonium claims.
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McCloskey warns of distorted Viet data
Rev Paul N McCloskey of California warned President Ford that Viet Nam intelligence reports could be distorted by high military officials altering CIA findings The congressman cited cables showing Westmoreland and Komer pressing to change CIA estimates from 299000 to about 420000 431000 and noted August 1967 efforts to show Viet Cong numbers were falling
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Western chiefs warn of peril of Russ arms
Western defense leaders warn the Soviet Union has achieved military superiority and is expanding land sea and air forces beyond defensive needs. Mason cites a defense effort likely greater in purchasing power than the United States. Norton notes Warsaw Pact parity and rising Soviet reequipment eroding NATO advantages.
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Cranston urges defense budget cut to 11 million
Senator Alan Cranston of California and a Budget Committee member urged trimming the defense budget by 11 million. The recommendation exceeds the committee’s plan to reduce Ford's 10.7 billion dollar budget to 10.1 billion.
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Defense posture debate cited by Cranston
Cranston questions whether the United States should revert to a military defense posture rooted in a discredited arms race philosophy, challenging the current policies and emphasizing serious consideration of strategic defense alternatives.
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Baking Soda Locks In Ideal Pool pH For Clear Water
A consumer guide touts Arm and Hammer Baking Soda to balance pool pH between 7 and 8.2 for better chlorine use and eye comfort, claiming it avoids harsh acids. It explains a filtration aided by coagulation, warns that pH above 8.3 needs acid, and offers a mail-in test kit promotion with purchase details.
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