Carter Narrowly Chooses Six Senators As Nomination Moves
Euphoric Demos launch convention with Carter narrowing to six U.S. senators and signaling serious contemplation of a running mate. Barbara Jordan delivers a landmark keynote as security tightens around the Garden while delegates pledge unity and hope to recapture the House, amid party optimism and cautions from Strauss.
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Council mulls garbage rate hike and ordinances
Oakland city council faces a proposed increase in garbage rates from Oakland Scavenger Co. First can rates may rise from 2.60 to 3.60 under committee guidance, with additional cans at 2.15. The plan would lift a two can quarterly bill from 12.15 to 17.25 while voters review roadside stand storage limits and Williamson Act related preserves.
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U.S. Navy deploys planes toward Kenya amid East Africa tensions
UPI reports Washington has moved a P3 Orion patrol plane to Nairobi and sixth Fleet ships led by an aircraft carrier into the Indian Ocean toward Morihess following Uganda Kenya tensions after the Entebbe raid. Israeli planes refueled at Nairobi on their way home.
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Good Gaza de Kaplany Convicted in 1963 Acid Killing
News reports Gaza de Kaplany, once found guilty in a 1963 acid attack that killed his wife, facing new developments as legal challenges unfold and appeals proceed. Authorities reassess case details amid ongoing legal actions.
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Pact near as county strike ends in sight
Alameda County civil service workers and the county bargained six weeks for a new contract. Negotiations at the Claremont Hotel in Berkeley ran late with a conciliator saying talks were productive and could continue. Union officials and county supervisors held late sessions to keep progress moving.
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Harris defense seeks Hearst link in murder case
The defense in the William and Emily Harris trial claims Patricia Hearst may be connected to a two year old shooting incident that triggered charges of kidnapping assault and robbery against all three suspects in Los Angeles. Pat Nixon begins rehabilitation exercises in Long Beach after a paralyzing stroke with doctors predicting a long road to possible total recovery.
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Presley marriage hoax flags global agency spoof
Four international news agencies were hoaxed by a false report of Elvis Presley’s imminent marriage. California Governor Edmund Brown Jr announces plans to challenge Jimmy Carter for the Democratic nomination in a roll call at the national convention. Carter backs a women’s quota, seeking 50 percent of delegates by 1980.
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Rodino withdraws from Carter ticket heightens suspense
UPI reports Rep. Peter Rodino pulled out of consideration for the Democratic vice presidential nomination due to glaucoma in one eye, narrowing Carter's list to Muskie Stevenson Church and others. Carter pressed on with final interviews and vowed a decision after accepting the presidential nomination.
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Fullerton Campus Library Shooting Kills Seven
A janitor at California State University Fullerton opened fire in the campus library, killing seven and wounding two others before police arrested Edward Charles Allaway. Victims include Deborah Paulsen and Dr. Seth Fessenden. two hospital patients remain in critical condition. The shooter,27 quoted about harming his wife, surrendered after telephoning police and confessing.
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Udall Considers Nomination While Weighing Withdrawl
Ten people are injured in an explosion at a perfume chemical plant in Union Beach New Jersey. A general alarm fire follows as emergency crews respond to the blast and assess casualties.
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Aerialist defies Yosemite rangers on high wire
Steve McPeak, 30, perched 450 feet above Yosemite Creek on a cable he rigged Sunday night with a helicopter. Park rangers warned him of arrest as the standoff continued with platforms at each end. He previously climbed Hoover Dam cables, later facing trespassing charges and a fine.
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