Ford hails SR71 crews at White House visit
President Ford congratulated two Air Force SR71 crews for record Atlantic and Pacific flights. He joked about riding the jet and the Secret Service, noting he has no plans to accept Barry Goldwater's ride offer. The London to New York and Los Angeles legs set new times.
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Kissinger Logs 196,555 Miles On State Depart Travel
Secretary of State Henry A. Kissinger has averaged about 540 miles daily on diplomatic missions over the past year. The State Department released figures showing 196,555 total miles flown, with 23,498 domestic. His travels since last October spanned 28 countries including Moscow, Tel Aviv, and London.
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Man shoots waitress over sandwich dispute in Chicago
Danny Patton, 24, Chicago, fired a 12 gauge shotgun at a waitress through a locked glass door after an order dispute at J and M Beel Shop. The victim, Pentol Tomasat, is in serious condition at Loretto Hospital. Patton faces aggravated battery charges and weapon offenses.
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Calley pardon could boost Ford’s political standing
A Calley pardon argument surfaces as an Army lieutenant faces a potential appeal. Gordon, Calley’s lawyer, asserts Calley was scapegoated for the My Lai massacre and predicts a likely reversal by U.S. District Judge Elliott, while noting the broader impact on Vietnam War ends. In New York, Joan Erling discovered a year-old payroll check in a bag of brown sugar, intended for Alice Warner of Food Packaging Inc, McComb Ohio, and plans to send it back with an apology and explanation.
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Thief with sack robs local fried chicken franchise
Mempits Tennessee report says Roy Lee Anderson learned a masked robber stole 23 dollars from a fried chicken franchise Thursday. Moments later a customer returned with the robber and sack. the pursuer turned both over to Anderson. The Consumer reached in and grabbed half the money for his trouble and left.
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Vest Saves His Life FATALUMA Deputy Shot at Point Blank
Deputy Jim Smith, 38, of Sunty Hosa was shot in the chest during a traffic stop when a motorcyclist opened fire at close range. The deputy fired twice as the suspect fled, and a search ensued for the unidentified gunman.
Butz assures food ample for people and pets
Agriculture Secretary Earl Butz told a Pet Food Institute gathering in Chicago there is no basis for panic over food supplies. He said his earlier suggestion to cut the U.S. pet population was in response to proposals for Americans to eat less meat and that there will be enough food for all Americans and their animals.
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Cat owners sue to overturn petition tally in Seal Beach
A coalition of Seal Beach cat owners filed a writ of mandate in Santa Ana Superior Court challenging the city clerk’s decision to exclude Leisure World voters from referendum signatures. They argue access to a gated community was denied and that counting those residents misstates the city vote tally. The case could set a legal landmark on how closed communities affect petition validity and voter totals.
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Wile of solon sets herself afire in N C
Bette Moore estranged wife of state Senator Herman Moore set fire to herself Thursday night after calling a radio talk show producer and revealing her intent. A Memorial Hospital spokesman said her condition was critical and police noted burns on most of her body. Mrs Moore was found in the driveway of the Moore home by her mother as flames were being doused.
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Nessen Named Ford Press Secretary As NBC Reporter Advances
NBC White House reporter Ron Nessen is set to become President Ford's press secretary. Sources say he accepted after assurances of full access to the President and ongoing policy briefing, building on his eight months with Ford and a long NBC career including Vietnam and Agnew coverage.
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San Pedro bar owner fends off armed bandit. man dies
A 60 year old San Pedro bar owner shot and killed a man who tried to rob him and a customer at Piwi Cafe on West T Street. The assailant, Robert Davis, 36, of Portland, Oregon, entered the cafe, returned with a 22 caliber rifle and demanded money. In the ensuing struggle, owner Michael MeAter fired three shots with a .38 revolver, hitting Davis twice. Davis died before police arrived. Customer Minnard Fields, 1138 Pacific Ave., San Pedro, aided in the confrontation.
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Panel Approves Privacy Act Of 1974 Measure
The House Government Operations Committee unofficially approves a privacy act to govern federal databank records. It lets Americans view their files, correct inaccuracies, and limit sharing with other agencies.
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