Concorde Lands in Washington for Giscard Visit
French President Valery Giscard d Estaing arrives aboard the Concorde at Andrews Air Force Base amid environmental opposition to supersonic travel. The jet, slated to begin restricted service to Dulles and Kennedy, drew thousands of onlookers and flags as discussions continue over future commercial flights.
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Severe Soviet quake isolates several towns
A strong earthquake hit Soviet Central Asia isolating Gazli and nearby small towns while Tashkent Bukhara and Samarkand saw little damage. The quake centered in Kulzhuktau mountain range about 300 miles west of Tashkent caused serious damage in several places and disrupted communications. Tass cited prompt relief efforts and a Medvedev scale reading of 9 at the epicenter.
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Architect hints others tied to bribes in Long Beach case
One of two Long Beach architects who accused bribes suspension of Long Beach Planning Director Ernest Mayer Jr. over five years said there may have been others involved but would not discuss further until a formal state investigation.
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Ehrlichman Liddy convictions upheld by appeals court
The U S Court of Appeals upheld the 1972 break in at Daniel Ellsbergs psychiatrist’s office sentencing former White House aides John Ehrlichman and G Gordon Liddy. The court reversed convictions of Eugenio Martinez and Bernard Barker, the actual operatives in Los Angeles. Ellsberg was a defendant in the Pentagon Papers trial. A separate Los Angeles case involved Mayer accused of bribery, with investigators alleging payments exceeding 50 000 dollars.
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Reagan's edge tested as Michigan primary looms
Reagan faces a tightening race with Ford as Kissinger hints at quitting if Ford wins. Carter says Maryland primary victory not crucial, while Udall presses Brown and Detroit Mayor Young to address race and church remarks. Udall disavows church positions and recalls family ties to Mormon church.
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French President Giscard dEstaing Visits Ford at White House
French President Valery Giscard dEstaing arrived on a Concorde at Andrews and met with President Ford for nearly two hours during a Bicentennial visit. Ford welcomed him with a 21 gun salute as crowds watched the ceremony outside the White House. Giscard praised the Franco American alliance and French sacrifices in liberty’s defense, while Ford thanked France for aiding the American struggle for independence. The president is in Washington for a six day stay and will also meet Secretary of State Kissinger.
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Four Firemen Die in Philadelphia Restaurant Blaze
Four firemen were killed when a basement floor collapsed during a four alarm blaze at the Barson Overbrook Restaurant and Delicatessen in Philadelphia. The victims aged 29 to 52 were among the first to respond and were trapped after the floor gave way near noon.
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Ford appoints six to U S elections panel in swift action
President Ford nominated six for the reconstituted Federal Elections Commission including a replacement for Chairman Curtis who declined another term. Nominee William Springer replaces Curtis. others include Joan Aikens, Thomas Everett Harris, Neil Staebler, Vernon Thomson, and Robert Owens Tiernan. The Senate is expected to confirm quickly so the panel can address a $2 million backlog in primary subsidies.
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Amtrak to raise coach fares on many routes
Amtrak will increase coach fares by 5 percent on June 15 to cover rising costs. The raise excludes Metroliner New York Washington and several other routes. first class fares except NY-Phila rise 5 percent, with NY-Phila itself up 5 percent. Slumber coach fares up 10 percent. Off-peak long distance circle fares cancelled due to USA Rail passes. Multiple coach fare increases vary by region and ticket type.
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El Salvadors No 3 man run military gov in gun sale scheme
Report notes El Salvador's third man in government linked to a gun sale scheme to the U S underworld. Meanwhile state legislature eyes action this week on nuclear power plant bills and court reform as other items surface across pages A-1 and A-13.
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Weather Tonight and Tuesday Area Forecast
Tonight and Tuesday in the region expect low clouds at night and morning. Afternoon brings hazy sunshine. Mountains: fair with a low around 40s and highs near 77. Deserts: fair with afternoon winds, with lows near 55 and highs around 95.
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