Carter's Anti-Inflation Plan Critics Cite Surging Prices
Critics led by AFLCIO President George Meany attack the voluntary wage and price controls as consumer prices rise 1.2 percent in February, signaling about 15 percent annual inflation. White House officials defend guidelines while forecasting slow relief and no mandatory controls.
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Sadat Heads to US for Historic Egypt Israel Peace Signing
President Anwar Sadat left Cairo for Washington to sign the peace treaty with Israel on Monday. Syrian opposition leader Khaddam called for violent action against Sadat, while Begin prepared to travel to Washington amid hopes of broader Middle East peace.
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Rain and Snow Worsen Peoria Flood Crisis
Rain and snow worsen flooding in Peoria Illinois as the Illinois River swells through streets. About 2000 residents have evacuated, and river level may rise to 29 feet by evening. Coast Guard aerial survey planned to assess navigation resume. Disaster loans being sought for affected areas.
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Paris Violence Surges After Steelworkers Protest
Authorities describe the Paris riot as the worst since 1968 with 231 injured and 30 rioters arrested after a mass demonstration against steel industry job cuts. About 100 masked youths looted shops and vandalized windows before riot police used tear gas and dispersal tactics.
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Dayan seeks quick deal on US Israel memo
Israeli Foreign Minister Moshe Dayan meets American negotiators to finalize a memorandum of understanding outlining U S assurances if oil supplies falter or the Egypt peace treaty fails. Officials say the memo will avoid restating no contacts with the PLO, while Carter reiterates the PLO must accept UN 242 and Israel's right to exist before any dealings.
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Decontrol Centerpiece of Carter Energy Plan
Sen Wendell Ford predicts phased crude price decontrol will anchor Carter's energy plan and expects an excess profits tax on oil firms. Ford and six other senators met Friday with top energy and economic officials, but no firm decisions were taken for the March 23 speech. The plan could start lifting price caps by June 1, with full removal by September 1981.
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Shavers Shocks Norton in Preliminary at Title Night
Larry Holmes defended his world heavyweight title by stopping Ossie Ocasio, but Earnie Shavers stole the spotlight with a knockout in a preliminary bout against Ken Norton at the Star.
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