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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1977

Page

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Riverside killers linked to 28 trash bag murders

Riverside sheriff ties two Redondo Beach roommates, David Hill and Patrick Kearney, to a series of murders across seven years. Investigators list a hacksaw, carpet fiber, and a dog hair as key matches. They face murder counts with possible broader ties and a plea hearing set.

Riverside Calif David Hill Patrick Kearney Redondo Beach Riverside County Ben Clark Hill John LaMay Kearney LaMay Barstow Hughes Aircraft Clark Juan Corona Pasadena Texas Elmer Wayne Henley Los Angeles Philip LaRocca

It's Hot Humid And to Continue

The 97 degree heat on Tuesday and high humidity caused Route 50 West near County Road 80 to buckle, closing the eastbound lane for about 90 minutes until crews cleared the damage. The road reopened around 5:30 p.m. The National Weather Service warns heat will persist with highs in the upper 80s and nightly lows in the low 70s.

National Weather Service

Congress Eyes Rationing Plan in Gasoline Policy

President Carter seeks broader standby authority to ration gasoline during emergencies. Senator Henry Jackson doubts Congress will grant such power without a crisis. House members say they would be cautious, warning the plan concentrates too much power in one person.

Washington Carter Congress Henry Jackson Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Jackson House Senate Robert A. Young Dmo

Ohio House stalls lifeline aid for elderly utility bills

In Columbus, nine Republicans joined Democrats to block final passage of a bill offering 25 percent off winter heating bills for Ohioans 65 and over and disabled, plus an $87.50 subsidy for fuel users. The measure, backed by Rep. Dennis Eckart, faces Senate review and potential revival.

Columbus, Ohio Ohio Dennis E. Eckart Euclid New Boston Waldo Bennett Rose Lima Allen County House Finance Committee Riffe Rose Kurfess Eckart Cuyahoga County Senate

Americans Freed After Cuba Seizure Of Musica

A 19 year old Californian and four companions were freed on July 4 after Cuban forces seized the 46 foot ketch Musica near Cuba. Two other Americans on a separate sailboat remained held. The group said the ship was in international waters and the incident prompted Coast Guard and State Department briefings. The voyage began in Marathon Florida with owner Dr Donald Reidt and three others seeking sailing experience.

Key West Fla America Havana Panama Robert Skafte Cuba Skafte U.S. Coast Guard Musica Coast Guard State Department Newport Beach Calif Marathon Florida Keys Donald Reidt University of California-Irvine Paul Holthus Orange Terry Scott Kohrs Kansas City Susan McCarthy Encinitas Associated Press Bahia de Cabana Skaft

Carter Sees Brezhnev Avoiding Early Summit

President Carter reportedly believes an early meeting with Soviet leader Brezhnev is unlikely as Brezhnev prefers delaying a summit until a broader strategic arms accord can be pre negotiated. Officials doubt a new SALT treaty can be reached before the interim agreement expires Oct. 1. Brezhnev told U S Ambassador Toon that U S policy toward the Soviet Union does not foster constructive relations, while Western sources note talks on trade and human rights.

Washington Carter Leonid I. Brezhnev Brezhnev Kremlin U.S Soviet Union Tass Toon

Study backs solar energy as alternative heat and power source

A Congress OTA study says large solar units could heat and power large buildings by 1980 with rising electricity costs and falling solar costs making small solar units competitive with traditional plants. It notes most buildings would still need backup power, and full solar electricity may not beat coal for two decades.

Washington Office of Technology Assessment Congress Federal Energy Research and Development Administration

Pakistan's Gen Zia announces elections plan for October

Pakistan's military ruler Gen Muhammed Ziaul Haq says he has no personal political ambitions and will oversee October elections. Bhutto and leading politicians remain in protective custody as the 1973 constitution is kept but with suspended provisions. Restoring full civilian rule will follow the ballot under a new National Assembly.

Islamabad Pakistan Muhammed Ziaul Haq Army Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Ziaul Fazal Elahi Choudhry National Assembly Bhutto Pakistan National Alliance Karachi Radio Pakistan Pakistan People’s Party

Rhodes Endorses Hike to 20,000 at Ohio University

Governor James Rhodes said on Tuesday he would like to see Ohio University enroll 20,000 students, even though university officials may not expect that target. The remark appeared on Page 3.

James Rhodes Ohio University

City approves bike path safety signs at entrances

City officials Tuesday night agreed to place signs at entrances of its portion of the bicycle path outlining safety measures for cyclists pedestrians and joggers. The forecast calls for sunny hot and humid conditions with a small chance of rain tonight and Thursday.

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