FDA probes charges of manipulated lab reports
The FDA faces a high weight probe into allegations by Dr. Howard L. Richardson that middle level officials altered or expunged conclusions in animal study reports to support existing food additive and pesticide policies. The 1969 memorandum sparked an ongoing investigation led by Dr. Dale R. Lindsay with comments from former officials on the seriousness of the charges.
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National Cancer Institute
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Economic Signs Mixed Some Up Some Down
Washington AP reports mixed economic signs with a stock rally and the first wholesale price index drop in 18 months giving planners hope while economist Pierre Rinfret warns escalation in Southeast Asia could hurt the outlook. The Nixon administration pursues a policy to stabilize the economy without a recession. The Dow rose 13.06 points from a six year low.
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Cambodia
Labor Department
City School Menu and Economic Update
School menu for May 4 to May 8 lists beef barbecue on bun, chuck wagon stew, hamburger, roast beef, and chicken noodle soup with sides and desserts. In economic news, inflation fears persist with layoffs rising to the highest in six years and a mixed outlook from Treasury officials on price stability and the budget.
Prompt approval likely for Judge Blackmun to Supreme Court
A three hour Senate hearing cleared the way for prompt Judiciary Committee approval of Judge Harry A Blackmun s Supreme Court nomination. Sen Birch Bayh signaled caution. Sen Strom Thurmond predicted swift confirmation and praised Blackmun s ethics and competence.
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Greenville
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Tallahassee
Fla
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Carswell
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Young Welsh Irishman Named Auxiliary Bishop in Cardiff
Msgr Daniel Joseph Mullins aged 40 is appointed Auxiliary Bishop of the Cardiff archdiocese. A Welsh speaker and scholar, he helped translate the Bible into Welsh and becomes the youngest Catholic bishop in England and Wales.
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Mutual Awkwardness On NBC Music Hall Show
New York AP reports NBCs two part Music Hall failed to feel authentic as country themed acts performed without ties among hay bales and hound dogs. Phil Harris and Bobbie Gentry appeared uneasy with cue card dialogue while Gentry carried a Vegas style look. The reviewer noted the show, though well produced, seemed a Hollywood interpretation of Nashville.
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