Flaw in Social Security funding could cut deficit
Economists say correcting a 1972 funding formula flaw could halve the projected Social Security deficit. The flaw overcompensates inflation for future retirees, risking higher payroll taxes potentially above 20 percent if unchecked. Ford admin plans legislation. Humphrey signals congressional support as a first step to stabilizing finances.
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Belgian Ambassador's Daughter Kidnapped in Mexico City
The Belgian ambassador Andre Chaval reaches an improvised ransom accord with leftist separatists, who abducted his 16 year old daughter Nadine Chaval from a chauffeur driven car. The group demands 800 400 dollars by midnight Thursday, but no deadline for payment or release is set. The family, aided by donors including students and Mexican friends, raises funds though the captors threaten to kill the girl.
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Stock market rises after five-day loss on oil outlook
New York reported a broad advance on Wall Street as oil price policy eased concerns. The Dow Jones average of 30 industrials led gains, snapping a five-session losing streak as investors bought across sectors.
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Notice of Loss Concepts In Insurance and Market Update
The article explains the difference between notice of loss and proof of loss in insurance claims, stressing prompt reporting to an agent. It then shifts to a stock market recap noting a three month low and mixed bank shares, with leaders in oils airlines and chemicals and several individual stock moves including Philips, Exxon, Northwest Airlines, IBM, Motorola, Hewlett Packard, and others.
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