Local questions answer column covers social security and public issues
Readers submit inquiries on disability appeals wage laws contact points and public projects. Officials clarify six month reconsideration deadlines 343 6181 extension 449 and caution on misinformation about transit funds and grants.
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Hearst Trial Begins Tuesday Motives In Bank Theft Key Issue
Patricia Hearst faces armed bank robbery and gun charges as the federal trial opens Tuesday in San Francisco. The case centers on her alleged role in the April 15 1974 Hibernia Bank robbery carried out by the Symbionese Liberation Army after her kidnapping on February 4 1974. The SLA had declared war on corporate enemies and used her as a symbol of their cause.
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China tests nuclear device in Lop Nor as world watches
The Energy Research and Development Administration says China conducted a low yield atmospheric test near Lop Nor, detected by the U S system. The 17th nuclear test since 1964, it follows Maoist leadership and aims at defense and breaking nuclear monopoly, per Xinhua.
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Missing twin engine plane with three aboard sought in Pocahontas County
Search teams widened a six mile radius around Marlinton West Virginia for a missing twin engine aircraft that departed Palatka Florida en route to Pittsburgh Pennsylvania with three aboard including pilot Nick Courtney 60 and passengers Robert Baker 40 and Bill Finigah 49. CAP and state authorities report snow turbulence icing and possible weather related deviation from course as ground crews comb the area and air units search the Clawson region and surrounding mountains.
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U.S. Spain sign five year bases treaty worth 1.22 billion
The United States and Spain sign a five year pact extending U S use of four Spanish bases in return for 1.22 billion in aid and the withdrawal of 10 Polaris submarines from Rota. The agreement tightens ties as Spain moves toward NATO but stops short of a defense commitment.
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Mercer Society Hits Year of Service at Shelter
The Mercer County Humane Society reports a highly successful year with over 4 000 animals processed at the animal shelter. A photo essay in the Entertainment Review covers fairy tale romance and its endearing, wry commentary.
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Mercer County Humane Society
Entertainment Review
Ford Declared in Excellent Health by White House Doctor
President Ford, age 62, passed a three hour annual physical at Bethesda Naval Medical Center. Dr William Lukash reported he remains in excellent health and can handle duties. First Lady Betty Ford has conquered cancer with ongoing chemotherapy through September.
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