Ford wins Illinois primary as Carter dominates Democratic race
President Ford captures about 60 percent in Illinois GOP tally while Carter sweeps the Democratic primary, leading in delegate counts. Shriver exits, pledging only Texas on May 1 and Maryland on May 18. Delegates split across districts, with Carter gaining a strong edge in Illinois 24 district contest.
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Wilson Resigns as Britain's Prime Minister Shock Erupts
Prime Minister Harold Wilson stunned Britain by resigning, citing age as he leaves a time of economic crisis and a plunging pound. The Labor leader will stay in Parliament while a successor is chosen, with an immediate Labor vote and possible general election looming.
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Santa Fe Railway Clerks End 7 Hour Strike
Santa Fe freight trains across 12 states resume on schedule after a seven hour walkout by clerks over recall rights and alleged wage overpayments. Union leaders said talks would continue to resolve issues as injunctive relief looms in Chicago.
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Creighton Joins MVC
News brief notes Creighton University joining the Missouri Valley Conference MVC. The move places Creighton among active MVC members and reshapes conference alignments for the upcoming athletic season.
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February Tally Shows Economy on the Grow
The Federal Reserve Board reported February output rose across factories mines and utilities marking the tenth monthly gain and placing industrial production 9 percent above the April 1975 low though still 6 percent below the November 1973 peak. Auto production led the rise with nearly 7 percent more vehicles at an 8.1 million annual rate and further gains expected in March and April.
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Magician's Daughter from Amarillo Turns 34
The 34-year-old daughter of Mrs. Kathy Bashioum of Amarillo is featured as a magician connected to the Emerald Isle themed St. Patrick's Day Shamrock event.
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Weekend Weather Outlook for Lakes Area
Sunny and warmer today with winds 15 to 25 mph. Partly cloudy tonight and Thursday with a high near 80 and a low around 40. Weather warnings issued for area lakes due to wind conditions.
Pentagon sanctions for Currie and Middendorf over Rockwell hospitality
Dr. Malcolm Currie the Pentagon research chief was fined about 3200 and given a formal admonition to Secretary of the Navy J William Middendorf for accepting Rockwell International hospitality. Rumsfeld said alternatives to firing Currie were considered.
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