Ford Vows to Press On With Public Contacts
President Ford says he will continue meeting the American people during travel despite an assassination attempt in Sacramento. Secret Service tightens security as aides warn crowd mingling could invite further threats while Ford plans more out of town appearances in New Hampshire Missouri and Texas.
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Fromme Was Not Being Watched In Sacramento Incident
Lynette Fromme 26, a Manson follower, got within two feet of President Ford in Sacramento despite intelligence warnings. The pistol chamber was empty but four live rounds remained in the clip. She was jailed on $1 million bail with a preliminary hearing set for next Thursday.
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House Democrats confident in overriding Ford veto on education bill
House leaders say an override of Ford's veto on the $8 billion education appropriation will pass with a two thirds majority. Speaker Carl Albert and Majority Leader O'Neill predict victory, while Republicans acknowledge a tough fight to sustain the veto. If approved, the Senate will take up a parallel effort. The bill totals $4.2 billion for the current year with $464.7 million for a three month transition and $2.6 billion in advance funds for the next year.
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Oil Price Compromise Talks At White House
Seven Democratic senators met with President Ford at the White House and urged a compromise on domestic oil price controls. Ford delayed a veto on a six month extension as he seeks a phased plan, with a 45 day extension discussed to allow time for talks. Senator Sparkman noted a possible 45 day extension. Senator Nunn called for phased out controls as most acceptable.
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Frederick County Education Talk Highlighted by Wright and Civic League
Frederick County School Superintendent Dr. Melton F. Wright discussed public education advancement with the Women's Civic League. Star Living editor Jessica Sullivan has the story.
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