Former congressman's kickback trial opens in D C
Former Republican Rep. James Hastings of New York faces a federal trial in Washington on two counts of mail fraud and nine counts of filing false statements. U S Attorney John Kotelly expects the case to last about a week, with Hastings represented by Lawrence Hogan. Hastings, 50, resigned from Congress in January to lead a New York trade group and has been on paid leave since his September indictment. The probe began after he left office.
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AMAX miners return to work after four day walkout
About 250 United Mine Workers Local 1650 members at the AMAX Coal Co. mine near Campbell Hill resumed work at midnight after a four day strike over drill crew assignments and the suspension of three men. The union plans to file a grievance and pursue arbitration.
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IMF Softens UK Loan Terms Amid Budget Pressures
IMF managers agreed to gentler terms for a 3.9 billion dollar loan to stabilize Britain’s faltering economy. A second currency safeguard hinges on President-elect Carter’s stance on a broader credit system to defend roughly 10 billion dollars in sterling reserves. The deal requires Britain to cut government spending and curb overseas borrowing, likely reducing living standards. Chancellor Denis Healey planned a Commons address on cutting public spending and limiting borrowing.
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Conservatives seize presidency as Bundestag shifts power
In Bonn the opposition conservatives won the Bundestag presidency with Karl Carstens voted in. The CDU CSU alliance distanced Chancellor Helmut Schmidt's left liberal coalition, which lost its majority from 45 to 10 and now trails 243 to 253 in seats held by conservatives plus allies. Carstens succeeds SPD figure Annemarie Renger.
Christian militias announce plan to merge in Lebanon conflict
Two Christian warlords in Beirut announced plans to merge their private armies to reconcile feuding forces. An explosion later ripped apart the car of Karim Pakradouni of the Phalange party with no injuries. The leaders who fought the leftist and Palestinian alliance in the civil war said they would merge their militias.
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Kidnappers Hold Adviser to King Juan Carlos in Madrid
Ultrarightist kidnappers say Antonio Meria de Oriol, 63, adviser to King Juan Carlos, is in good condition but will not be released until 15 political prisoners are freed. Doctors say no physical or moral damage. Government action expected before national referendum. premier Adnro Suarez delays TV address awaiting updates.
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Nuclear engineer alleges NRC blocked safety questions
Nuclear engineer Demetrias Basdekas and four former NRC staff accuse regulators of suppressing safety concerns about nuclear plants. They cite transfers and "blackballing" as intimidation, while NRC officials deny retaliation and cite reorganization to fix personnel issues. Basdekas says he will provide NRC documents to Sen. Glenn to back his claims.
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Gilmore Accepts Death Decision to End Delay Tactics
Gary Gilmore has instructed his attorney to avoid delays in his execution by firing squad. The Supreme Court lifted a stay, returning his case to Utah courts that have set dates previously. Gilmore, described as very happy, halted a 25 day hunger strike after the ruling.
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Police chief may be tried Mitchell, others cleared in Mayday case
A civil suit against former Attorney General John Mitchell and other federal officials was dismissed. Judge John Pratt allows a possible trial for former DC Police Chief Jerry V. Wilson and city officials. The suit claimed federal officials conspired to violate demonstrators' rights during May 3 1971 mass arrests but Pratt found they merely monitored and advised.
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Blood tests ordered to settle SD official estate feud
Circuit Judge Robert Miller ordered DNA tests for five children to determine legal heirs of Bob Martin the late South Dakota director of economic development. The case centers on two families in Sioux Falls and Pierre, with a disputed will favoring the Pierre family and a separate state claim for lodging expenses.
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Power outage planned in Colp Wednesday
Central Illinois Public Services crews will cut power in Colp during two intervals on Wednesday. From 10 to 11 30 a m outages will affect Allen Industries Road north of Sunnyside Road Blue Blaze Mobile Home Park and a quarter mile west along Herrin Colp Road. From 1 30 to 3 p m power will be off for areas south of Fourth Street. The work aims to raise voltage and improve service for area growth. CIPS serves nearly 300 customers in Colp.
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