Moscow embassy fire guts upper floors in Moscow blaze
UPI reports the U S Embassy in Moscow, after an eight hour fire that gutted its upper floors, resumed sharply curtailed operations from temporary quarters. Soviet firemen entered sensitive areas as officials said the cause was likely faulty wiring. Ambassador Toon and staff faced limited contact with Washington but confirmed key documents were safe. One Marine was injured by smoke.
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Retirement age change sparks fairness debate in U S
HEW Secretary Joseph Califano says delaying full Social Security benefits to age 68 would break a promise to Americans who worked 30 to 50 years. He opposes deferring benefits, arguing seniors deserve 65 retirement as a right. Commerce Secretary Juanita Kreps favors deferral as a step to stabilize the system.
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UMW and Industry Set Talks in Pittsburgh
United Mine Workers negotiators and Bituminous Coal Operators Association officials will meet in Pittsburgh to prepare for contract talks on the looming coal pact due December 6. UMW President Arnold Miller and BCOA President Joseph Brennan will lead, with no firm start date for negotiations yet.
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Reagan backers test power over Panama treaty in GOP events
Conservatives aligned with Ronald Reagan push for control of Republican party machinery as they mobilize around the Panama Canal treaty. They plan to press the issue at the RNC meeting in New Orleans and the New Hampshire governors conference in October, challenging moderates backing Ford.
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Beame Blames Banks for City Securities Coverup
New York Mayor Abraham Beame accused major banks of secretly dumping city securities while underwriting short term notes in 1974 75 part of a wider financial crisis. He said SEC withheld damaging facts and endorsed a political document while denying personal misconduct.
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Bill seeks ban on unions in the U S military
The Senate Armed Services Committee approved a measure prohibiting armed forces from joining unions and barring recruitment of military personnel by labor organizations. The bill targets thousands of civilian technicians and cites fears of strikes and slowdowns harming readiness. The AFGE ballots on unionization are due in September as the bill awaits floor action.
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Ex-marine kills six in rail yard shooting spree
In Hackettstown New Jersey Emil Pierre Benoist twenty hid the six victims after gunning down a motorcyclist a cyclist and four stroller riders near the Alexandria Apartments. He fired at a motorist and a police car but caused no injuries. Authorities question motive and report possible psychological issues.
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Carter weighs options if FBI chief nominee is blocked
President Carter could recess-appoint Frank Johnson as FBI director if Congress recesses before Senate confirmation. Johnson’s surgery and six week recovery threaten hearings, while outgoing director Clarence Kelley might extend retirement. Carter may also push for recess hearings or keep Kelley longer if needed.
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