God Is Still Alive Not Lost Claim From West Frankfort
West Frankfort Illinois readers respond to a front page challenge by editor Robert Ellis after Joe Filkins Sr 54 a meat cutter and Church of God member writes that despite gloom in the news faith in God remains. Filkins says his letter reflects a national mood and thanks editors for printing it.
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Greek Cypriots Storm U S Embassy In Nicosia Rampage
Thousands of Greek Cypriots attacked the U S embassy in Nicosia, ransacking offices and setting a wing on fire before Marine guards used tear gas. The crowd also targeted British offices amid protests over Turkish Cypriot refugee policy. No American casualties reported.
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Weather Outlook as Cold Front Edges In
The forecast calls for generally fair weather today through Monday. Highs in the mid 40s today with tonight’s low in the low 20s, then Monday’s high in the mid 50s. Winds shift to north to northeast at 12 to 22 mph today.
China appoints Chou En-lai premier as Congress reopens
The Fourth National People's Congress reappoints Chou En-lai amid power reshuffles. Yeh Chien-ying becomes defense minister. Teng Hsiao-ping rises to vice chairmanship and Politburo standing committee. The session abolishes the presidency and warns of rising U S Soviet tensions possibly leading to world war.
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Inflation Strains Local School and College Sports Budgets
Area athletic programs from high school to college face tighter budgets as inflation erodes funding for equipment travel and facility needs. Administrators cite rising costs for travel fees uniforms and maintenance while seeking cuts and fundraising to balance agendas.
Eight Die in Baltimore Area Family Fire caused by Smoking
Eight members of one family including six children died in a Baltimore house fire blamed on careless smoking. Three elderly men also perished in a rural Harford county frame home fire. Andre Stuart, visiting, was said to have started the blaze by falling asleep with a lit cigarette.
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Ford Earns Labor Backing for Economic Plan Push
President Ford urged labor leaders and Congress to back his economic and energy program, asking for compromise over details to move forward now. He praised AFL-CIO figure George Meany and planned multiple nationwide speeches to rally support.
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