West German mark up 5.5 percent against seven currencies
Bonn revalues the mark upward by 5.5 percent against France, Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Denmark, Norway and Sweden. Finance Minister Helmut Schmidt says the mark will float jointly with these currencies against the dollar due to heavy buying pressure in recent days.
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Four Costello children undergo major heart repair in California
In Stanford, California, doctors reported the Costello siblings three teens and a 4-year-old girl had holes up to silver dollars closed with two-at-a-time operations. Dr. Edward Stinson said the surgery went well and the children should recover quickly and resume active lives.
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Ohio vets form committee to study pet overpopulation
Columbus Ohio VPI A investigation will examine whether there is an overpopulation of dogs and cats in Ohio and what actions to take. Dr David Drenan says 13 veterinarians were named to a special committee to study solutions such as stronger animal control licensing education spaying and neutering and birth control methods. Goldie Hawn makes Las Vegas Hilton debut in a bold night club act shedding her comedy image with a brief harem style costume and new talents.
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Widow plans suit against Colonel Guy over POW death
Sandra Kavanaugh 22 plans to sue Col Theodore W Guy and others in the military for causing Marine Sgt Abel Larry Kavanaugh's death after Guy charged him and seven others with collaborating with the enemy. Officials say the death may be suicide or accidental and an autopsy is pending. Temko, the widow’s civilian lawyer, cites wrongful death potential while Pentagon officials declined comment.
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Enemies list raises ire and pride amid Watergate talk
The White House enemies list sparks reactions from Joe Namath Burt Reynolds and Sen Gaylord Nelson while covering calls for Nixon to answer Watergate questions. Weicker confronts Dean on tape and alleges intimidation efforts, asserting Republican loyalty amid accusations of political abuse and misconduct.
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Drug company chief Melvin Zahn reported kidnapped
Melvin Zahn a 34 year old president of the nation's largest independent drug wholesaler disappeared after leaving a Melrose Park warehouse about 6 15 pm Wednesday. A caller later claimed to have him and directed his father in Chicago for instructions left under a mailbox. FBI Chicago chief Richard Held said authorities will stay out of the way to secure his safe return.
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Weird garbageman charms Sacramento with costumes
Ray Valine, a 26 year old Sacramento trashman, won local affection by wearing a Santa Claus outfit, an Easter bunny costume, and an Uncle Sam hat while collecting trash. He decorated his truck and barrel with flags and balloons and handed out candy and balloons to children. He plans to move to San Diego to be closer to his daughter Madelyn.
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Nixon offers fails to stall war fund bills in Congress
In Washington three anti bombing measures tied to a 3.4 billion supplemental, a continuing resolution, and a debt ceiling bill move toward the President's desk as Congress, in a nine day recess, presses to curb U S bombing in Cambodia and Laos. Senate action includes Eagleton anti bombing amendments.
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Growing problem of child alcoholics shocks doctors
In Los Angeles a rising issue worries experts as preteens and teens develop severe drinking problems. Dr. Morris Chafetz notes 9 to 12 year olds show serious alcoholism and estimates up to 450,000 young alcoholics exist nationwide. Alcoholics Anonymous reports youth programs and a sober 11 year old member. Raul Elias cites a 700 percent rise in youth alcohol offenses over four years.
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