Middle East tensions rise after Israeli raid kills Palestinians
U N consultations planned after an Israeli air raid on Lebanon killed more than 100 Palestinians and wounded hundreds. Egypt accused Israel of violating disengagement spirit while PLO labeled US complicity and promised escalated attacks. the State Department urged a peace path amid violence.
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Shepley seeks total recount of county commissioner race
American County editor Harold E. Shepley Jr. petitions for a county funded recount after losing to Vernon M. Spangler by 113 votes. A hearing is slated for Monday in Courtroom 2 before Judge Norman A. Shanks.
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Federal mediators avert railway strike with assurances
Federal mediators won promises that railway union leaders would not call a nationwide strike as long as negotiations continue. The four shopcraft unions, representing about 75,000 workers, faced a Thursday 6 a.m. deadline, risking a nationwide shutdown affecting 750,000 daily commuters if Congress did not intervene.
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Tax Cut Bill Sparks House Budget Fight in 1975
The House opened debate on extending billions in tax cuts and revising the tax code amid a GOP Democratic clash. Republicans condemned the plan for lacking a federal spending ceiling while Ullman urged continued cuts to avoid higher taxes. IRS figures show a married couple with two kids could owe about $250 more yearly if the extension fails. Final votes on amendments and passage were anticipated Thursday.
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Ford says no joint China statement planned
President Ford's spokesman said the China trip will not yield a joint communique like Nixon's Shanghai accord. He stressed a formal document is unnecessary to achieve the visit's goals as the atmosphere of the meeting is described as productive.
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Scott to Tell Plans Today Amid Gulf Oil Allegations
Senate Minority Leader Hugh Scott will announce his political future on Thursday amid Gulf Oil payoffs claims. He canceled a press conference and is widely expected not to seek a fourth term as investigations continue.
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Defense Claims Entrapment In Drug Trial
The Mark Gottlieb trial ended with defense alleging entrapment as he admits selling a pound of marijuana to an undercover agent under threat from informant Dave Andiorio. Gottlieb says violence and threats compelled the sale after intrusions at his Rockwood area home in 1973. He faces charges of possession and delivery of the controlled substance on August 23, 1973.
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Weather Outlook for Laurel Mountain Area
Mostly cloudy Thursday with a high in the mid to upper 30s. Chance of flurries Thursday night, 20 percent. Low around 30 to 35. Friday turns sunny and warmer, high near 50s. Winds light through Thursday. Flurry chance rises to 40 percent Thursday night.
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