Ford Sees No Obstacle to a Ford Win in 1976
President Ford expresses optimism for the economy and his bid for a full White House term. He predicts Humphrey as Democratic nominee prospects improving, vows to campaign on a constructive record, and notes inflation and unemployment progress. He plans a modest New Year holiday with budget talks and football viewing.
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Woman reports two men warned bombing at La Guardia
A woman who heard two men discuss a bombing before the La Guardia blast asked police to evacuate the airport and contacted investigators. Detectives treat the call as a possible lead though a hoax is possible. Eleven people died and 75 were injured in the explosion in the TWA baggage area.
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Aiken Standard History and Publication Details
Aiken Standard established 1867 publishes daily except Saturdays and Sundays from 124 Rutland Drive Aiken DC ZIP 29801. Leased AP dispatches. publisher not responsible for ad omissions but corrections offered in next issue. Advance payments limited to five weeks via carrier.
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Security tightens at airports after La Guardia bombing
Airports nationwide increase security after the La Guardia bombing. Lockers are closed or sealed at major hubs including O’Hare Detroit and Buffalo. Patrols with dogs expand and some facilities remove coin operated baggage lockers amid plans for tighter terminal controls.
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Stamp Cost Increase Brings Christmas All Over Again
The 13 cent stamp era began as the 10 cent rate ended with long lines at post offices nationwide. Postal officials warned shortages of 13 cent stamps until mid January while customers bought up to mail before the deadline. Clerks described the scene as Christmas like with crowded windows across cities from New York to California.
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Brando Hospitalized in California for Septicemia
Actor Marlon Brando is recovering from septicemia after a bacterial blood infection contracted on his South Pacific atoll near Tahiti. He was flown to Los Angeles on Christmas Day and admitted for extensive tests as he works on a resort and lobster farm project.
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Adams Elected by House After 1824 Electoral Tie
In 1824 no candidate won a majority of electoral votes so the House chose John Quincy Adams. John Tyler became the first president to marry while in office.
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Natural Gas Users Face Price Rise Across U S
The Federal Power Commission approved a price hike for interstate natural gas that will lift the average residential bill by about 2.9 percent annually, with an estimated $5.31 increase on top of last year’s $179.40 average. Industrial prices may rise about 5.9 percent.
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