Khomeini Softens Tone On U.N. Resolution
Iran's Ayatollah Khomeini calls the U.N. Security Council call for a negotiated settlement a step forward. Foreign Minister Ghotbzadeh says the resolution is not a condemnation, signaling a tempered stance amid ongoing crisis. In Tabriz clashes flare between Turkish minority supporters and others over the Islamic constitution as hostages remain in the U.S. Embassy.
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Eight Million Missing From Chicago Teacher Funds
Chicago school system president Catherine Rohter says more than eight million dollars in voluntary employee deductions, including pension funds, are missing amid a potential raid. She plans to meet with the board's attorney to review possible legal violations and trust breaches. The Chicago Teachers Union president Robert Healey calls the loss shocking and insists the funds were owed to teachers and should have gone to the union. Rohter alleges the diversion violates federal law and contractual agreements, but does not identify who diverted the money or its purpose.
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Final Rhodesia settlement eyed as governor to return
Britain plans a temporary British governor to restore control in Zimbabwe Rhodesia until spring elections after a cease fire is agreed at the London peace talks. Lord Carrington said a Commonwealth force would monitor the truce while guerrilla leaders warned of hazards in implementation. In Seoul, Choi Kyu-hah was elected acting president and vowed to strive for more freedom.
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Frederick County Grand Jury Indicts 23 People
A Frederick County grand jury returned 59 indictments against 23 individuals on charges ranging from attempted murder to felonious operation of a motor vehicle. Further details appear on the Area News pages.
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Food price surge leads wholesale inflation rise in November
The Labor Department reports a 2.6 percent jump in food prices at the wholesale level in November, the largest since 1974, with meat and poultry driving the gain while energy costs rise modestly. Overall wholesale prices climbed 1.3 percent, signaling ongoing inflation pressures into 1979.
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Carter outlines economic denial plan on Iran hostages
President Carter discusses a strategy of tightening economic pressure to secure the release of 50 American hostages in Iran. Officials mention possible trips to Europe to garner allied support, with talks on food sanctions, asset freezes, and even a potential U N embargo or global Iran Air boycott. The administration stresses nonmilitary steps while not ruling out force, amid UN pressure and parallel diplomacy.
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Carter Advisers Lean Toward Gasoline Rationing or Taxes
Washington AP report says President Carter's advisers see growing consensus that either gasoline taxation or rationing may be chosen. Some remain skeptical both options reduce consumption. quotas on oil imports also under consideration. A standby energy plan and possible use of new tax receipts to offset Social Security payroll taxes are discussed as potential aids.
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