U.S. Wins Round in Cutting U.N. Dues
The General Assembly budgetary committee voted 67 to 30 to approve reducing U.S. dues from 64 to 25 percent of the U.N. budget, a move praised by U.S. envoy George Bush as a United Nations win. The Soviet Union lost 72 to 14 on a rival proposal to remove ceilings, arguing for a no-ceiling ability-to-pay formula.
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New Orleans Fire Burn Suspected Arson After Fatal Downtowner Blaze
Four people died when a downtown skyscraper fire swept up three floors. Fire Chief San Salvadore says homicide is involved as investigators test two kerosene cans found on the 15th floor at the Rault Center. A warned elevator incident is linked to the arson inquiry.
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Judge Refuses to Release Farr in Open-Ended Jail Sentence
UPI reports federal Judge Robert H. Kelleher denied William Farr’s request for release on weekend grounds. The Los Angeles Times reporter remains jailed on sixth day for refusing to name lawyers who supplied information for a Manson family story. Hearing on a habeas corpus writ postponed until Monday.
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Nebraska Senator Curtis Weds Canadian Nurse in Hawaii Honeymoon
Senator Carl T. Curtis, 67, Republican from Nebraska, married Mildred Baker, 59, a nurse at Stanford Medical Center who aided Dr. Norman Shumway in his first heart transplant. The couple heads to Hawaii for their honeymoon after Curtis’ reelection to a fourth term.
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GM and Ford raise 1973 prices after Price Commission ruling
General Motors increased prices on 1973 models by an average $54 after Price Commission approval. Ford matched with a $62.55 average boost, delaying immediate action. Chrysler seeks a second price increase through December 31 to cover costs and safety equipment. American Motors followed with an average $38 raise after authorization.
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Lester B Pearson Very Ill Says Wife In Ottawa
Former Canadian prime minister Lester B Pearson is very ill according to his wife Maryon in Ottawa. Family remains hopeful for recovery as news outlets report the health concern yesterday.
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Banned toys still sold despite recall actions.
Volunteer shoppers in 17 states found hundreds of toys banned by the FDA since 1970 on store shelves. Critics call it a scandal while the agency says it has removed millions and expects a safer Christmas.
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