Ford rescue plan for New York City advances in House
The House approved President Ford's 2.8 billion dollar NYC rescue plan by 218 to 208, sending the measure toward Senate action amid a possible filibuster. The bill provides up to 2.8 billion in loans over three years with repayment terms and collateral provisions as Treasury may require. Mayor Beame warned default could come if the Senate delays action.
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Beame Credits National Support for NYC Aid
Mayor Beame asserts city cannot be interfered with in daily operations and thanks supporters nationwide. He says ongoing federal aid will cover deficits and that the city will return to the market by June 1978 once loans sustain services and welfare costs.
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Ford Mao talks mark significant breadth in Peking visit
President Ford described his 1 hour 50 minute meeting with Mao Tse tung as a significant conversation covering wide international and bilateral issues. The session in Chungnanhai Park followed with discussions among aides and officials as Kissinger and Sisco attended. Susan Ford toured the Great Wall before returning for the talks, praising the Ming Tombs visit as stunning.
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Coast Business Leaders Split on I-10 Tourism Impact
Gulfport restaurateur Tom Simmons warns I-10 bypassing the coast could throttle tourism and threaten the economy, while Harry Woodbury and Franklin Kyle Jr argue that better advertising and scenic detours can attract visitors. Analysts note Louisiana visitors and through travelers compose a large share of coast tourism, with mixed effects by season and route.
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Kissinger pledge sparks rift in U.S. Israel talks
The United States faced a rift with Israel after reports that Henry Kissinger pledged to veto Palestinian participation in Middle East talks, a veto to require White House approval. Separately, U N D O F renewal allowed Palestinian talks in January. Israeli jets struck Lebanon camps amid Lebanese casualties.
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Moynihan links Soviet moves to colonize Africa
U N ambassador Daniel Moynihan charges the Soviet Union with deploying Cuban troops and building bases in Angola as part of a plan to colonize Africa. He also says Soviets back the Zionism resolution to mask their policies toward Russian Jews, prompting backlash from African diplomats.
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