Ford warns of big spender Congress amid midwest tour
President Ford urged Hoosier Republicans not to punish GOP nominees for Watergate tied misdeeds and warned that November losses could yield a Democratic majority of big spenders in Congress. He appealed for continued support of his economic program and for Lugar’s Senate bid in Indianapolis after rallies across Kansas City, Sioux Falls, and Lincoln.
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Planted explosive ruins camper bus
The Mohave Desert strike destroyed a camper bus after an undetermined explosive was planted beneath or inside a Ford bus. No injuries were reported. A political rally turnout varied, with about 8,000 at Sioux Falls and an estimated 6,000 at an Lincoln airport event, met with opposition from youth demonstrators including American Indian Movement members.
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Elderly Letters Reflect Inflation Struggles for Ford
Washington dispatch notes that about 85,000 letters to President Ford reveal how inflation pinches the elderly. Many describe freezing apartments and shrinking incomes as food and essentials rise, while others pledge frugal acts amid hardship.
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Congress overrides Ford veto on railroad retirement bill
Congress passed into law a $7 billion railroad retirement bill despite President Ford's veto, with a 72 24 Senate vote and a 360 1012 House margin. The measure restructures the system and adds $285 million annually for 25 years, amid concerns over funding as retirees outnumber contributors. Letters from the public praised and criticized the action, while Ford cited inflation and urged restraint.
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Mild quake shakes northern Japan off Miyagi coast
A mild earthquake struck parts of northern Japan with center 25 miles below the Pacific Ocean off Miyagi prefecture. The Central Meteorological Agency reported no casualties or damage and an intensity of 2 on a 7 point scale.
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