Carter Warns on Quick Changes as Advisers Tone Down Hopes
President elect Carter says there are no easy answers to hard questions and his aides signal restraint on rapid reforms. Jody Powell and Harold Brown caution against early defense budget cuts while Califano notes welfare reform may wait for a better economy as Mondale asserts broad White House leadership.
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Jody Powell
Defense
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Walter F. Mondale
White House
Mondale
Palestinians and Christians amid clashes in southern Lebanon
Artillery duels intensified overnight in four southern Lebanon locations as Palestinian forces and Christian militias exchange fire. No casualties reported. Israel denies direct backing of Christian fighters. Syrians abstain while peacekeepers stay out.
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Wafa
Israel
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Fontainebleau staff return to work as strike widens
Workers at the Fontainebleau and six other Miami Beach hotels resumed duties after a court order while picket lines persisted at major hotels. The five day strike has driven guests to carry luggage and clean rooms, hurting luxury hotels already dealing with tourism declines. Federal mediators meet with union and hotel association negotiators, with no new offers reported yet though hope remains for a later proposal.
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Fontainebleau
Florida
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Ford Starts Review of Amnesty Question Triggered by Hart Widow
President Ford has begun a review process of amnesty for Vietnam draft evaders prompted by Sen. Hart's widow Mrs. Hart. Justice officials say the inquiry is modest with figures sent to the White House and no broad action planned.
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Vail
Colo
Philip A. Hart
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Justice Department
White House
Department
Lawrence M. Traylor
Time Is Running Out for Full GI Education Benefits
Washington report notes Friday as the last day to enlist and receive full GI education benefits at government expense. After 1977 enlistees will contribute from $50 to $75 monthly up to $2,700 to receive aid, with the VA matching $1 to $2 for up to $8,100 per person. The program runs five years and funds must be used within ten years after leaving service.
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Uncle Sam
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Army
The
Veterans Administration
Austerity Approved in Portugal Amid Governing Crisis
The five month old Socialist minority government secured approval for a 1977 budget and an economic development plan. Premier Mario Soares warned resignations would follow if the measures failed, as outside spectators listened to votes of 101 to 3 and 101 to 69 amid broad party abstentions and opposition alignments.
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Europe
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National Assembly
Blandy Farm leased to Clarke County farmer
A portion of Blandy Farm owned by the University of Virginia has been leased to a Clarke County farmer. The week's sports section notes Handley and James Wood basketball resuming after a holiday break and includes details on a James Wood wrestling meet. Our Town features long-time Winchester Planning Commission official J. Lee Miller.
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