Supreme Court Allows 18-Year-Olds to Vote for Federal Elections
The Supreme Court rules 5 to 4 that 18-year-olds may vote in federal elections. Youth groups rush to register 18 to 21 year olds, while states weigh costs and possible two-tier registration lists. Senator Kennedy signals effort for a constitutional amendment to apply to state and local elections.
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Youth vote gains praised as government responsiveness shown
Voters from major parties hailed the ruling as proof the government can respond. On Capitol Hill reaction was favorable. Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield said the youth now feel included and will be brought into the system after their expressed opinions and efforts.
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Coast Guard Officers Retire Rather Than Face Court Martial
Two senior Coast Guard officers Admiral William Ellis and Captain Fletcher Brown retire to avoid court martial over involvement in the Kudirka defection incident. They will testify before Rep Wayne Hays next week as Kudirka remains a focus of congressional scrutiny.
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Hocking River Flood Warning Issued For Valley
The U S Weather Service issued a flood warning for the Hocking River Valley and tributaries as rainfall continues from a stationary front. A Huntington spokesman cited 1 inch plus rainfall in the valley and projected crest readings around 18.5 feet at Canaanville, with potential relief from relocation and widening work near Athens.
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Senate Fights Block SST Bill as 91st Congress Winds Down
The 91st Congress nears adjournment with a renewed SST funding filibuster and a potential return on Jan 2 or 3. House may adjourn until Jan 2 as leaders warn the federal budget and welfare reform face defeats. Gore pushes removal of Asian development funds amid looming new-year votes.
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Government orders 39 dangerous toys recalled
The FDA ordered 39 toys off the market citing pins needles metal spikes and sharp wires as hazards. Toys include dolls stuffed animals and lawn-dart sets with enforcement to seize noncompliant products and refunds offered to consumers under a new rule awaiting finalization.
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FDA delays Jarts ban amid appeals action at federal court
FDA says J.B. Jarts lawn game from South Glen Falls N Y remains in question as a ban is stayed pending appellate review. Seven other toys on Consumer Union list are off market or under investigation or have been made safer by manufacturers.
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ROTC Enrollment at Lowest Since 1947
Washington AP reports college ROTC enrollment across 502 schools fell to 109,598 this academic year, down from 155,946 last year and 212,417 the year before. The Pentagon seeks to reverse the trend by doubling ROTC scholarships to about 30,000 and boosting stipends to 100 dollars for juniors and seniors, funding campus program costs and tuition.
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Six year old survives rabies in medical first
Ohio doctors declare 6 year old Will Shire a survivor after rabies from a bat bite despite early vaccination. Matthew Wisikler, bitten October 10 in Lima, showed symptoms but recovered following Pasteur vaccine and extensive care at St. Rita's Hospital with support from state doctors and national experts.
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Nixon aide says Russia base in Cuba not confirmed yet
Washington press secretary Ronald L. Ziegler stated the Nixon administration does not know if a Soviet submarine base exists in Cuba. The remark followed Time magazine reporting reconnaissance photos suggesting a base near completion at Cienfuegos.
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Classifieds and notices tease page scan
A fragmented newspaper page lists sections including Inside Classified, Sports, Comics, Editorial, Women and Obituaries with page indicators 14 15 13 6 12 18 and an ad reference for P MOVISION sacs.
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