Bokassa crowns himself emperor in $22 million coronation
Central African Empire leader Jean Bedel Bokassa declares himself emperor and plans a Sunday coronation in a lavish spectacle aimed at eclipsing Africa’s royal precedent. At the UN, Soviet envoy Fokine urged speedy resumption of Geneva peace talks, warning against separate deals behind others’ backs as anti Sadat summit convenes in Tripoli.
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Surrender of Alameda slayer ends long mystery
Joseph Egenberger, 33, turned himself in to Alameda County District Attorney in Oakland and admitted killing college coed Judy Williamson, vanished 14 years ago. Williamson’s body was found in the Santa Cruz Mountains on April 6, 1966 after a broad investigation that questioned nearly 1,000 people. The case had remained unsolved though Egenberger was suspected.
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Boston Edison plant permit denied for Plymouth reactor
The Atomic Safety and Licensing Board rejected Boston Edison's request to begin limited construction at the Plymouth Massachusetts site for a second nuclear reactor while the NRC reviews the $1.5 billion project. A ruling on the main reactor permit is expected next spring.
Carter plans three world trips to broaden U S leadership
President Carter outlines three forthcoming worldwide journeys over six months to shift away from sole superpower dominance. The first route includes Poland Iran India Saudi Arabia France Belgium with multiple city stops. subsequent voyages cover South America and Africa, then an international Bonn summit with a West German state visit.
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Congress Seeks Private Talks to End Abortion Impasse
Congress behind closed doors seeks a compromise on federally funded abortions after House rejected Senate language. Deadlock threatens mid December paychecks for about 150000 federal workers as continuing resolutions expire. Senator Brooke blames House for stalemate while House aims to reopen talks next Tuesday.
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Third black leader will boycott talks with Smith
Salisbury Rhodesia UPI two black groups agreed to meet Prime Minister Ian Smith for talks on ending white rule. A third group, the United African National Council led by Bishop Abel Muzorewa, will boycott for a week to mourn victims of raids into Mozambique.
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Police rule blameless in Biko death in Pretoria
South African magistrate finds police not responsible for Steve Biko’s death from brain injuries after over three weeks in custody. verdict ends inquest with no appeal. Police actions cited during Soweto raids as tension rises and family contemplates civil action.
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Bermuda Hangs Murderers Amid All Night Riots
In Bermuda, two convicted murderers Erskine Buck Burrows and Larry Winfield Tacklyn were hanged at Casemates Prison despite overnight riots. Demonstrators clashed with police, hurled firebombs, and caused fires as roads were shut to Hamilton.
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Welfare dispute delays social security reform
A $374 million welfare relief dispute risks delaying a Senate plan to raise $75 billion in taxes to fund Social Security into the next century. Sen. Moynihan and administration allies pushed welfare money as fiscal relief for states this year, complicating House Senate negotiations and likely pushing action into next year.
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