Supreme Court frees non dangerous mentally ill from confinement
The Supreme Court ruled unanimously that a non dangerous person who can live safely outside a hospital cannot be confined in an institution merely for mental illness. Kenneth Donaldson sued after 14 years at Florida State Hospital. damages were $38,500. The decision also addressed price fixing and stockbroker commissions as not subject to anti trust laws under SEC immunity.
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Ford nominates David Mathews for HEW secretary
President Ford formally nominates David Mathews president of the University of Alabama to be the next secretary of Health Education and Welfare. If confirmed, Mathews 39 would be the seventh Cabinet member under Ford since August.
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Legend City says not reopening to sell amid losses
Continental Recreation Inc owner Ataka-Sanjie Yusuki of Japan operates Legend City in Phoenix. Secretary treasurer M Okuno says the park closed last December with no reopening plans and remains for sale at about 3 million dollars after drawing roughly 200 000 visitors in 1974 versus a break even 300 000.
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McGovern Sues Firms for Damages Over 1972 Contributions
Sen George McGovern files suit in Texas district court seeking more than 1 million dollars against seven corporations alleging illegal contributions totaling 545000 to Richard Nixon in 1972. He seeks double that amount under Texas Election Code.
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Irving declares bankruptcy amid debts after autography scandal
Author Clifford Irving files for voluntary bankruptcy in Brooklyn Federal Court listing assets of 410 dollars. The bulk of liabilities is a 55 million libel suit in Manhattan while his assets include a $100 car and small valuables. In other news, UPI reports about 23 million Americans suffer high blood pressure, with many unaware of their condition.
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Dangers in Western Parks Highlight Fatal and Hidden Hazards
Parks official Howard Chapman warns dangers in western national parks include sudden floods, single lane curves, abandoned mine shafts, heat, and wildlife. He cites 155 deaths last year and urges brochures and ranger tips for weather, geological, and safety warnings to prevent tragedy.
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