Tax changes for 1979 returns reshape deductions and credits
Summary of 1979 tax rules highlights the raised zero bracket amount for singles and joint filers, the end of the deduction for political contributions and a doubled credit, mileage rate rise, and new tax on previously untaxed income. It notes expanded brackets, improved credits for low income parents, child care arrangements, and simplified pension plan rules with IRA limits set at 13 percent of earned income up to 7500. A follow up will explain brackets.
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Congress
Maine caucus shocks Carter Kennedy tie with Brown surge
In Maine caucuses Brown defeats expectations by cutting into Carter and Kennedy leads. Brown says a spark for peace and anti draft sentiment emerged, with rural areas favoring him and urban areas drawing votes from Carter. Campaign heads to New Hampshire with Carter leading Kennedy in polls.
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Washington
Kennedy
Carter
Brown
Maine
Hostages families wary of reported breakthroughs
Families of Americans held in Iran express confidence but remain cautious amid reports of breakthroughs. Parents of Marine Sgt Kevin Hermening and Marine Cpl William Gallegos hire a lawyer while others avoid legal action, balancing hope with fear of false alarms. Relations with officials remain skeptical as embassy hostages endure a hundred days of uncertainty.
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Kevin Hermening
Oak Creek
Wis
Cpl
William Gallegos
Pueblo
Colo
Bani Sadr proposes new compromise on release
Bani Sadr says proposals have been submitted to Imam Khomeini and a decision is hoped within two days. If accepted, President Carter would decide next, while Tehran marks the first anniversary of the Islamic revolution with a massive parade. Astand collapsed injuring several as Yasser Arafat and Ahmad Khomeini attended. In New Delhi Iranian students burn flags and effigies outside U S government buildings.
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Judy Ehrenbeck
St. Louis
Rodney Sickmann
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Imam Khomeini
President Carter
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Khomeini
Ahmad
Palestine Liberation Organization
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Shah
New Delhi
India
U.S
Roemer to testify on state insurance plan probes
Commissioner Charles E. Roemer said he plans to testify before the grand jury about his knowledge of the state insurance program. He recalled meeting last year with Beverly Hills promoter Joseph Hauser who became an informant after bribe payments linked to a defunct prepaid plan and two others discussing contributions and Louisiana politics. FBI surveillance at a Metairie Travel Inn was noted by WWL-TV amid shock over allegations against Fitzmorris, once viewed as clean. Weather notes report continued mild winter with temperatures mostly below freezing but with January warmer than normal.
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Joseph Hauser
Louisiana
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Ray Diederich
Cleveland
UPI
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Playhouse Square
Forbes
Costa Rica
Cleveland Press
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Cuyahoga County
Paul L. Hom
Hom
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Forpes
Ray Shepardson
Gordon Bell
Edward Feighan
John T. Corrigan
Feighan
Aeroflot flouts rules lands at Kennedy again
Aeroflot aircraft from the Soviet Union defied orders and diverted to Kennedy Airport for the second week in a row, instead of proceeding to Dulles. The Port Authority bans Soviet landings after crews and staff refuse service in protest of the Afghanistan invasion. The State Department seeks to resolve the issue with Soviet diplomats while officials note the flight carried 145 aboard, including 122 athletes bound for Lake Placid.
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Afghanistan
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Ohio News in Brief Highlights Weekend Fatal Crashes
Ohio roads saw at least 20 deaths from weekend crashes, including three New Jersey residents on the Turnpike near Berea. Lima reports city workers back after a two year contract with 5 percent annual raises ending a strike. Cleveland case updates include a fatal shooting during a robbery attempt, a murder trial motion, and lottery results. Marietta officers return after sick call, personnel retirement talks at GM Ford and Chrysler, and Forbes denies influence peddling in Playhouse Square matters.
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