IRA leader arrest triggers Belfast clash march
In Belfast hundreds of Catholics protest the arrest of IRA chief Sean MacStirfain in Dublin, clashing with British troops as they advance toward City Hall. Rioters hurl bricks and bottles while troops fire rubber bullets. a teenage girl is briefly detained amid scuffles.
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Irish Republic
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City Hall
Amtrak Shows Small Profits In Long Distance Rail
Amtrak books reveal limited profits in some long distance routes as it posts net operating deficits in most columns. The findings surprise analysts who expected light to no profitability from state backed passenger rail.
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Washington Star-News
Washington
Amtrak
Semipublic Corporation
Amtrak Finances Mixed in June Rail Profit Report
The Denver Zephyr and Sunset Limited showed profits of 151.08 and 19 951 respectively, with Coast Starlight totaling a southbound gain of 489 and a northbound loss of 6604. Empire Builder from Minneapolis to Seattle earned 89001. Officials caution Amtrak figures may exclude some costs. Ridership rose in July and August.
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Peron to Meet Political Leaders Amid Return From Exile
Thousands of Peronists gathered before Juan D. Peron home for a second day as the former Argentine dictator planned talks with leaders of most political groups to discuss the present national situation. Aides said invitations were sent to all but two groups, including New Force and Francisco Manrique’s faction. Manrique, a former welfare minister, is the sole proclaimed presidential candidate for next March. CGT said Peron would hold a news conference tonight.
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Juan D. Peron
Argentina
Peron
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Manrique
Army
Alejandro Lanusse
New York
Golda Meir
United States
Suez Canal
Meir
Middle East
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Jerusalem
Egypt
Dayan reports to cabinet on US talks cloaked in secrecy
Israel's Defense Minister Moshe Dayan briefed the cabinet on his US visit and discussions with Nixon administration officials. The communique gave no details on talks with Secretary of State Rogers Deputy Defense Secretary Rush or CIA chief Helms. A 15-minute report preceded a 45-minute Q and A session, with no specifics released.
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Moshe Dayan
United States
Nixon
Dayan
William P. Rogers
Defense
Kenneth W. Rush
Richard G. Helms
Central Intelligence Agency
Sadat coup plot foiled by Egyptian authorities
Egyptian authorities foiled a plot by anti Soviet military officers to overthrow President Anwar Sadat arresting 35 to 40 conspirators. A government spokesman in Cairo denied the reports calling them enemy propaganda. Diplomatic sources in Beirut cited reliable reports that plotters aimed to seize power by targeting Sadat and top aides including Premier Aziz Sidky and cabinet members.
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Egypt
Sadat
Aziz Sidky
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