Senate approves 30 billion arms bill amid defense urgency
The Senate passed a 30 billion dollar arms procurement bill rejecting a 23.8 billion ceiling amid fears from liberals that the size is excessive. Supporters argue the move signals strength against Southeast Asia turmoil and high U.S. unemployment, with concerns over MARV weapon upgrades and a potential new nuclear arms race.
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Prisoner Swoops To Freedom In Daring Helicopter Escape
In Jackson Michigan a 47 year old inmate Dale Remling escaped Southern Michigan Prison by hijacking a helicopter. Four alleged confederates including a girlfriend were arrested as the escape drew onlookers and federal authorities noting the incident mirrored Bronson style breakout.
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New York City Uses Tax Prepayment to Meet Payroll
The city enacted a Beame signed law allowing prepayment of real estate taxes to secure an eight percent discount. The move kept 330,000 municipal paychecks flowing and netted about 113 million for the treasury with 95 million from Con Edison and NY Telephone. City officials and utilities confirmed deposits and completed payroll funding for Friday and teachers on Monday.
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Santa Barbara unions accept county offer end five day strike
Santa Barbara County employees in two unions voted to accept a five percent pay raise and end a five day strike after earlier walkouts. Jail, welfare, hospital, probation and mental health workers will return to duties Monday as fringe benefits and grievance protections are included. Firefighters reported little progress with the county, with pickets at all 15 fire stations and deputies covering fire trucks.
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Weather forecast and regional update with storms across the South
Weather outlook through Sunday fair with warmer conditions on Sunday. Highs mid 80s to low 90s today, near 90s tomorrow, Lows in mid-60s tonight. Northerly winds 10 to 20 gusting to 30 mph. Monday outlook fair. Temperature report shows 90 yesterday and 61 this morning. River levels and sunset times listed. national weather briefs note storms along the Atlantic Coast and in the southern plains with flash flood warnings and reports of tornadoes and hail.
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First entrant named in 1975 Miss Tehama County pageant
Miss Sharel Linder, 18, Corning Union High School graduate and current Olive Queen of Corning, is the first entrant in the 1975 Miss Tehama County Beauty Pageant sponsored by the Corning District Chamber of Commerce. Entries open to Tehama County residents 17 to 25 by Aug 25 with a $30 fee. crowning on opening night July 23 at the Tehama County Fair.
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Phyllis Mendonca
Paper Has Patty Sighted In Asia
A report notes Patty sighted in Asia amid unclear details. Officials urge caution while tracking her movements and request any sightings to be reported to authorities.
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Asia
Hearst Heiress Reportedly Hiding in Asia May Surrender
The South China Morning Post reports fugitive Patty Hearst is in Asia and weighing surrender. It cites plastic surgery, a Kowloon apartment, and contact with an alleged Los Angeles Times source, while the Times denies the report.
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Michael Casey
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United States Wins Major Arms Deal With Belgium F16 Victory
In Brussels the United States lands a multi billion dollar arms package as Belgium selects the General Dynamics F16 over the Mirage F1E for its air force. Belgium orders 102 VF16 jets to replace 116 F 104s. The pact may enable Netherlands Denmark Norway and Belgium to buy 334 F16 aircraft during YF 16 testing. The deal faces a 20 billion dollar eventual value and was delayed by political and military conditions. A Senate subcommittee later alleged a former French air force head was paid to back the Cobra.
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General Dynamics
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U. S. Senate
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Westwood Man Dies in Bowman Road Car Crash
A 50 year old Westwood man died last night when his car ran off Bowman road and struck a power pole. Morris Naef of 100 Elm St Westwood died at approximately 1 sach accident. Investigation continues.
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