Meany Leads AFL-CIO Neutral Stand In 1972 Campaign
AFL-CIO president George Meany blocked endorsement of either George McGovern or Richard Nixon after a 2-8 vote, keeping the labor federation neutral. The move split unions and raised questions about Meany’s hold on the rank and file while potentially affecting COPE fundraising and election activity.
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McGovern flies to Washington for pro labor Senate vote
Senator George McGovern leaves the Black Hills to cast a pro labor Senate vote in Washington. He plans to announce Lawrence F. O'Brien as his campaign bridge to party regulars amid AFL CIO leaders’ mixed endorsement and a major strategy push to rally labor and union support.
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Bullets Blast Peace Efforts In Belfast
In Belfast and Londonderry guerrillas and British troops clashed through the night. IRA units and police exchanges left eight gunmen under fire, with four guerrillas exchanging heavy fire at a Belfast hospital observation post. A Catholic district in Belfast saw stray shots near Paddy Devlin’s home. Bombs damaged an auto showroom, a club, and a transformer in Lurgan.
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Egyptians Oust Soviet Advisers in Move Touching Cairo Kremlin Ties
Israelis weighed impact of Egypt's decision to replace Soviet advisers and take over Russian staffed military installations. Some saw reduced war risk, others feared loss of restraint. Dissension over arms, aid and future Soviet-Egyptian ties swirled as Moscow's role faded.
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Tighter Controls Sought On Pacification Spending
Washington AP General Accounting Office auditors urge Congress to establish tighter funding controls for the Vietnam pacification program. The GAO found loose accounting in the 3.2 billion CORDS effort, estimating the US paid 74 percent of costs for fiscal 1948 through 1971 and calling for reclassification under military assistance to improve oversight and data.
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A Miser's Dream and Personal Finance Advice
A whimsical note on a magician’s trick titled The Miser's Dream contrasts with Illion Smith’s practical guide to personal finance. He offers clear, jargon-free tips to save money and wisely buy stocks and bonds to fit any budget. Carlton Smith is highlighted for his regular column.
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U S Battle Deaths Climb During Week
Saigon reports U S battle deaths for the week totaling eight killed in action five nonhostile deaths, 14 missing or captured and 26 wounded, compared with four killed the prior week, five missing and 18 wounded. officials cautioned that delays and status changes affect the totals.
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South Viet Namese Fight North Vietnamese Near Quang Tri
South Vietnamese forces battled a North Vietnamese battalion believed to number up to 1,600 near My Chanh, 10 miles south of Quang Tri. Fire from tanks and US air support helped blunt the assault as paratroopers pressed toward the Citadel. Further actions paused until reinforcements arrive and more enemy tanks are destroyed.
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