Dewey Dies at 68 in Miami Beach
Thomas E. Dewey once a prominent prosecutor and New York governor died in Miami Beach from an acute heart attack. He was 68 and awaiting a Washington trip for a White House party honoring Ireland’s prime minister. Surviving are two sons Thomas Jr and John Martin.
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Empire State
State Remembers Dewey As Leader
Governor Thomas E. Dewey is remembered for leadership and major projects. Democratic rival Joseph Zaretzki called him strong and capable, while the era is noted for the 550 mile Thruway and the creation of New York’s State University system. Dewey’s postwar reconstruction drive kept taxes down and budgets balanced, with reforms boosting the Republican party and modernizing state agencies.
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Charter government approved by county lawmakers with date set
In a 9 to 6 vote the county legislature approved a charter form of government with an appointive manager. Majority Leader Daniel C. Ashley opposed the measure, arguing for a stronger county legislature. The referendum is set for Tuesday June 8 from 6 am to 7 pm at 133 polling places in Rensselaer County, with a medical examiner question also on the ballot.
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City Hall Site Purchase Approved in Troy
The Troy City Council approved four to two the purchase of land beside the J. M. Warren building site and authorized the City Manager to start interviewing architects for Troy's city hall at a courthouse session Tuesday night. During a March four session further plans were discussed.
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Troy
Troy Firemen Picket Courthouse Over Contract Talks
Troy firemen picketed the Rensselaer County Courthouse and Supreme Court Chambers as City Council met in special session to press for binding arbitration under the Taylor Law. The Uniformed Firefighters Association seeks a $6500 across the board pay raise, opposed by a $500 offer from City Manager DeSantis.
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Schenectady
Public Employment Relations Board
Meir wins confidence vote over Middle East policy
Israel's Knesset backs Prime Minister Golda Meir 62 to 0 with 12 abstentions after a heated debate over keeping all lands from the 1967 war. U.S. Secretary Rogers warned peace failure could spark wider war and urged negotiations around a UN peace-keeping role.
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New Rocky Budget Debate Tests Albany Tax Plans
Governor Rockefeller unmasks an $8.45 billion spending program with $1.114 billion in new taxes. He promises cuts exceeding $300 million, aiming for a net $600 to $700 million reduction when the budget lands. Attorneys weigh repealing the personal income tax date or the sales tax hike, while auto fees loom as a fallback to cover remaining needs.
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Albany
Congress
Perry B. Duyrea
Social Security Hike Approved Tied to Debt Ceiling Rise
Congress speeds a 3.6 billion across the board Social Security boost tied to a debt ceiling increase. House 358 3 and Senate 76 0 pass, retroactive to January 1, with checks rising June 3 and higher monthly payments for individuals and couples. President Nixon to sign, 10 percent rise for 26 million Americans.
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Stock market posts strong gains on rate cut surge
The market rose strongly Tuesday after banks cut prime lending rates. The Dow reached its highest level since June 9, 1969, closing at 918.05 as the New York Exchange saw two minute late bell due to heavy trading. Volume on the Big Board reached 22.2 million shares.
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Calley Case Goes To Court Martial Jury
Lt. William Calley Jr. sits before a six man jury at Fort Benning on the My Lai massacre case three years after the killings. Prosecutors urge guilt as Latimer appeals for mercy, with the judge outlining law and the panel to deliberate after closing arguments.
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Col
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