White House pondered Agnew pardon contact
A lawyer phoned the White House to discuss a possible pardon for former Vice President Spiro T. Agnew. Ford administration aides said Agnew had not authorized others to seek a pardon and a spokesman noted no decision or dialogue with White House Counsel Philip Buchen.
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Probation Revoked for Michael Bortin in Hearst Case Tactics
Alameda County Judge Lionel Wilson revoked probation for 28 year old Michael Bortin after finding he associated with persons of criminal tendency tied to the Symbionese Liberation Army. Bortin had pled guilty in 1972 to keeping explosives and firearms and faces up to five years with sentencing set for December 27. His fingerprints appeared on material linked to the San Francisco homes of Patricia Hearst Wendy Yoshimura and the Harris couple.
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Nude Cyclist Killed Chased by Police in Miami Crash
A nude motorcyclist fleeing police at high speed ran a red light in Miami and struck a car driven by an elderly woman, launching the rider over 65 feet. The woman was hospitalized in serious condition. The rider and victim were not named.
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Ron Hanley
Fire Death of Actor Jack Cassidy Likely Caused by Cigarette
Hollywood officials said the blaze that killed actor Jack Cassidy probably started from a cigarette. The 42 year old entertainer was found in his Sunset Strip apartment as firefighters fought an estimated 100000 dollars in damage to the building. The arson squad investigated while Cassidy left behind wife Shirley Jones and son David Cassidy.
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U.S. envoy slain in Colombia in embassy office
An American diplomat who led the DEA in Colombia was murdered in his office on the 19th floor of a downtown Bogota building housing U.S. embassy offices. Octavio Gonzalez, 3, from Hialeah Florida, was identified by an embassy spokesman. The unidentified attacker also died. the secretary who found the scene was treated for shock.
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Elvis wedding rumor fades after Las Vegas show
Elvis Presley ends engagement speculation at the Las Vegas Hilton with no confirmation of marriage to Ginger Alden. Alden’s Memphis parents flew in to attend the show, amid rumors sparked by a luxury car gift to a Miss Universe runner up. Presley, who began his engagement December 2, made no comment.
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Ford recalls Granada and Monarch cars over suspension defects
Ford Motor Co. recalled over 86,000 1976 and 1977 Granada and Mercury Monarch models to fix suspension and safety belt systems. Some cars affected during assembly had defects discovered in lab tests. no accidents or injuries have been reported.
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Brisbane approves final sewer link amid dissent
Brisbane city council narrowly approves a $365 million super sewer pipeline use permit after weeks of debate. East Bay Dischargers Authority officials say there is no alternative site. Councilwoman Anja Miller warns of image concerns for San Bruno and Candlestick Park. Hayward voters pass a $7.4 million bond issue with a yes vote.
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Ferguson pay raise fuels union charges and protests
Workers from Local 990 and CSEA protested outside the Fremont Boulevard headquarters over Ferguson’s pay raise. They criticized the district’s ability to grant a living wage on short notice, citing a December timing dispute and possible tax implications for 1976 versus 1977. The picket included about 70 employees and songs amid broader wage dispute tensions.
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Trustees weigh fundamental schools in Pasadena Newark debate
Pasadena opened the first fundamental school in 1973 with strong gains but critics question test score comparisons to regular schools. Newark considers a voluntary program, faces transportation needs, boundary changes, and possible special schools under study by the boundary committee. Trustee Al Berkowitz hints at exploring two additional ideas.
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Longet Diary Suppressed in Sabich Slaying Trial
Colorado Supreme Court rules a diary kept by Claudine Longet cannot be admitted as evidence in the death of Vladimir Sabich. The court also bars use of blood and urine tests taken after the shooting at Longet’s Aspen home. Longet, 35, faces felony manslaughter charges in the case. trial set for early next year.
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Five plywood firms guilty of gouging on West Coast trade
Five plywood firms including Parifie Corp of Portland Oregon Weyerhaeuser Co of Tacoma and Willamette Industries Inc of Portland were found guilty of price gouging. The judge described a West Coast freight formula as private regulation to restrict competition and keep delivered prices near Western plywood levels. The commission can review or the full commission may appeal the ruling.
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Inmate Faces Murder Charge in Missing Miami Resident Case
San Quentin inmate Glen Crites faced murder charges in Municipal Court over the disappearance of Ronald Moline whose car was recovered in Humboldt Bay. Investigators allege a robbery led to Moline's death. Crites was arrested hiding in a Havwali cave, returned from fare violation, and arraigned in Eureka.
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Carter Wins College Vote in Electoral College Spike
Jimmy Carter secured the electoral college victory with 297 votes to Ford's 240 and Reagan's lone ballot after Washington's maverick elector. Carter also won the popular vote by approximately 1.68 million. Mondale selected for vice president, while the College faced renewed calls to abolish the constitutional process.
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Jobless rate hits 10 per cent in several metros
Eight metropolitan areas reported unemployment at or above 10 percent in October, with 78 cities and 17 states above the national average. California, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Florida saw higher rates, while El Paso Texas led with 12 percent. Modesto San Diego San Francisco Oakland Ft. Lauderdale Hollywood Tampa St. Petersburg West Palm Beach Boca Raton Jer ay City El Paso.
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