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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1976
Page
3
A Boeing 707 of Middle East Airlines was hit by shells and burned during fighting at Beirut airport. The airport closed indefinitely as crews treated injuries and assessed damage. Flight operations were suspended and Beirut remained isolated amid civil war hostilities.
Milwaukee AP reports big city mayors urging President Ford to sign a $2 billion public works bill aiding areas hit by unemployment. Conferees note bipartisan push and hopes to override a possible veto as Detroit and New York face huge budget strains and layoffs.
Solar energy for homes and big buildings showed in 1975 signs of shifting from experimental to a major worldwide commercial reality. Electrical Marketing notes the export market to an energy starved world could soon dwarf the domestic market.
In Lisbon Gen Antonio Ramalho Eanes predicted victory in Portugal's first free presidential election in 50 years as millions voted amid heckling over alleged bodyguard actions. He held backing from major parties and expected about 70 percent, with Maj Otelo Saraiva de Carvalho as closest foe. Madeira and Azores voters also chose regional assemblies.
A 24 hour voyage with 42 young women sails from Bermuda June 20 toward Newport R I as part of a Bicentennial re enactment. The voyage faced light wind and foggy seas in a historic 19th century style challenge with 100 other tall ships.
A Sunday Inform report finds alternate energy systems remain years from impact nearly three years after the Arab oil embargo. The study, funded in part by the Energy Research and Development Administration, says profitability is scarce, urging government funding and direction for research and which technologies to emphasize.
Cen tral High School Class of 1936 reunion drew more than 200 graduates. The Friedman twins Ann Landers and Abigail Van Buren returned, drawing attention for their syndicated advice columns. Teachers and classmates recalled their sharp wit and bright minds.
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