New York seals prize scam curbing sales pressure
Gov. Hugh Careys signings curb prize contests that force in person pitches for real estate or timeshare deals. The new law requires clear prize descriptions, value disclosures, and details of the urged investments with potential penalties up to 1000 dollars for violators.
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Gandhi Says US Visit Mixed, Seeks Reset with Reagan
Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, in a Los Angeles stop of 24 hours, called her first U.S. visit in 11 years a limited success but said the trip could ease troubled Indo U.S. relations. She met with Mayor Tom Bradley, planned ceremonies, and will travel next to Honolulu and Tokyo.
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PSC to Probe Ginna Shutdown in Rochester Hearing
The Public Service Commission will hold a public hearing August 30 in Rochester on the January shutdown of the Ginna nuclear power plant. The PSC seeks to determine if Rochester Gas & Electric Corp. acted prudently in managing and operating the facility.
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State credit card abuse extensive, Regan says
New York Comptroller Edward Regan reports dozens of cases of state issued credit cards used for personal purchases including gasoline and cigarettes. He calls it wide spread and potentially criminal, urging tighter controls and a possible special prosecutor. A fall final report is awaited as audits continue.
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Cop bared all faces police trial in misconduct case
New York officer Cibella Borges 25 faces a departmental trial for conduct prejudicial to the Police Department after posing nude for Beaver magazine. She was suspended without pay and will stand trial August 18. final decision rests with Police Commissioner McGuire.
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