Ford and Reagan claim votes to win GOP nomination
The Associated Press reports Ronald Reagan and Gerald Ford claiming enough delegates to win the Republican nomination though neither holds a majority. Hawaii and Mississippi emerge as pivotal with several uncommitted delegates, while party figures and state leaders debate who can reach the 2,250 delegates required at the convention.
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Howe guilty of soliciting sex keeps bid for re election
Rep. Allyn T. Howe, found guilty of soliciting sex from two police decoys, vows to press on with his re election campaign despite Democratic calls to quit. Judge sentenced a $150 fine and 30 days jail, suspended on payment. Howe plans appeal.
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Kennedy kin aid in Guatemala earthquake relief mission
In Rabinal Guatemala a three week aid effort included John F Kennedy Jr and his cousin among American teens doing social and reconstruction work after February quakes. They joined locals, ate the same food and wore Guatemalan clothes while sleeping among earthquake victims. Rev Antonio Gomez Gores commented on their experience.
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Mid-July Auto Sales Rise Across Major Makers
Auto makers reported a July 11-20 period sales gain with total deliveries at 241,528, up from 213,865 last year. GM and Chrysler each rose around 4 percent, while AMC faced a market shift toward small cars. Cadillac and Oldsmobile helped offset declines in Chevrolet.
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States challenge 13 cent first class mail rate
Seven states led by Maine challenge the Postal Service move to permanize 13 cent first class postage. Attorney General Brennan argues the rate exceeds mailing costs and relies on cross-subsidies. States New Jersey Massachusetts Florida Indiana New Mexico and Texas join in seeking appellate review amid ongoing related suits.
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Body of ambassador returned to London
The bodies of British ambassador to Ireland Christopher Ewart-Biggs and secretary Judith Cooke were flown from Dublin to London for private funerals next week. Ewart-Biggs car bombed 12 days earlier near his home. Cooke was aboard. IRA blamed as arrests made. memorial service planned at St Patrick's Cathedral in Dublin.
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California Cannery Strike Threatens Billion-Dollar Losses
As California cannery workers walk out, growers warn losses could reach 2.5 billion if the strike continues through peak harvest. Mediators report some progress but no settlement, with around-the-clock bargaining planned while Oregon grain inspectors’ wage dispute ties up shipments.
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Pat Nixon Home From Hospital After Stroke Care
Pat Nixon returns to San Clemente after five days in Long Beach Hospital. A nurse and physical therapist will stay at the Nixon residence as she begins a lengthy rehabilitation to recover from a brain stroke that affected her left hand. The former first lady, 114, is said to be progressing. Richard Nixon and daughters Julie and Tricia accompanied her home, with Mr. Nixon noting the driver’s safety fears. A Miami lawyer reported Nixon sold his last Key Biscayne property for 330000 dollars.
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Senate tax overhaul targets home office deductions
Senate action tightens deductions for job related home use and vacation home rentals while advancing a broad tax bill. Amendments limit home office write offs unless no other workspace exists, curb sick pay tax breaks, and extend alimony deduction rules. Small business relief and relocation benefits gain ground amid a $1 billion annual package.
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