Eilberg given probation and fine for influence scheme
Former congressman Joshua Eilberg pleaded guilty to a federal conflict of interest. Judge Raymond Broadarick sentenced him to five years probation and a $10,000 fine, plus disqualification from public office and six hours weekly community service.
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Postal Service Sees Possible Break Even by September
The Post Office predicts a possible surplus of about 180 million by fiscal year end this September, after years of losses. Higher productivity and rate stabilization bolster optimism, with 97 billion pieces last year and an expected 99 billion this year, eighty percent from business.
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Postal Service
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William F. Bolger
Balancing Saccharin Use With Cancer Risk
The NAS report calls for a measured approach to saccharin, balancing its cancer risk with health benefits. It argues for FDA flexibility and Congressional amendment to limit use while preserving benefits for diabetics and the obese, avoiding an outright ban.
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Letter to Editor on Dog Shooting in Frederick County
An 11 year old writer describes a neighbor’s dog shot before Thanksgiving and issues with the Frederick County Dog Warden’s response. The editor notes the warden checked with a veterinarian the Friday after Thanksgiving.
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Frederick County
Harold Whitacre
Letter Policy on Authentication for Use
The policy states edits will apply to letters only if they can be authenticated. If authentication fails or is impossible, the letters will not be used. This stance emphasizes verification before publication and reduces the risk of disseminating unverifiable correspondence.
Americans Flee Tehran as Evacuations Quietly Go Forward
The article reports on U S and contractor personnel being moved from Tehran amid rising anti American sentiment during the Iran crisis. It notes government policy enabling embassy staff to take liberal leave for Christmas and depart, with non government Americans often left behind. It also covers NATO chief Alexander Haig’s Capitol Hill remarks and Senate leadership speculation affecting SALT II and 1980 political roles.
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Biting the Hand That Feeds
Washington column recounts Arabella Martinez's Senate testimony on Sen. Cranston’s Child Care Act of 1979. Martinez questions federal role and costs, arguing against another categorical program amid rising maternal work trends and past efforts by Mondale.
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Portillo Lopez
Mexico City
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Martinez
Sen. Cranston
Office of Management and Budget
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Carter faces choice between partial deals and no accord
The article examines President Carter's preference for imperfect pacts on SALT and Middle East peace to keep the process alive. It notes his hope to persuade Sadat and Begin to accept amended proposals, the political risks, and the belief that some agreement is better than none for stability.
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