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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1976

Page

9

Return to Tal Zaatar sparks Lebanese civil war fears

In Beirut and Tal Zaatar fighting, Palestinians and leftist Lebanese allies vow revenge for the fall of the refugee camp as Christian militias push mop-up actions. Officials report at least 186 dead and 215 injured across security operations and hospitals.

Beirut Lebanon Tal Zastar Farouk Kaddoumi Tal Zaatar Christan-Leid Kamal Jumblatt Israel T+-acre West Beirut Tal Zaazar

Calm Returns to Black Townships After Riots

In Cape Town area three black townships report calm after two days of rioting that left at least 29 dead and about 100 injured. Reports say whites rushed to buy weapons while trains ferried black workers to city jobs. Police warned of no major overnight incidents but nationwide alert remains.

Cape Town South Africa Langa Nyanga Guguletu Gert Prinslao Johannesburg Soweto

FDA warns against Triazure psoriasis drug over blood clot risks

The FDA cautions patients to stop using Triazure, sold by Parke-Davis, after reports of fatal clots and a coma and amputation linked to the drug. The company recalls all stock and informs doctors and pharmacists while monitoring patients for one month.

FDA Washington UPD Food and Drug Administration Parke-Davis Co Detroit Parke-Davis

Palestinian Group Denies Blame For Istanbul Hijack Attempt

Two Palestinian gunmen attacked Istanbul airport wounding and killing passengers after arriving from Tripoli via Rome. Turkish officials say suspects claimed ties to George Habash group but PFLP denied responsibility. Among dead, Harold Wallace Rosenthal, 29, on a fact finding mission for Senate aides. Fifteen hospitaled, seven evacuated, four dead.

Istanbul Turkey UPD el al Airlines Beirut PFLP Harold Wallace Rosenthal Israel Jacob Javits RNY Rosenthal Walter Mondale D-Mins

Pair Faces Break in Charge

Rex A. Hamilton, 19, of 1626 J street SW, and a Cedar Rapids boy, 11, are charged with breaking and entering and theft of 3700 dollars worth of suns and stereo equipment from Jack Rubn’s rural Fairfax residence on August 5. Linn County deputies arrested them. Hamilton released on court order, the boy released to his parent. The loot was recovered.

Rex A. Hamilton J Street Cedar Rapids Fairfax Jack Rubn Linn Hamilton

Motive Sealed as Wichita Sniper Kills Three

A Wichita teenage shooter opened fire from a tall building killing three and wounding six. Michael Soles, 19, of Sand Springs Oklahoma, faces murder charges after being arraigned in a hospital room where a third victim died. Police withheld motive. judge set bail at 3.1 million.

Wichita Kan UPD Kansas Michael Soles Sand Springs Okla Soles James Soles Owen Ballinger Common Pleas Court Sole Bailinger Mark Filen Holiday Inn

Greeks and Turks to speak at UN on oil dispute

At the United Nations Security Council the Greek and Turkish foreign ministers will address the Aegean oil dispute. Greek minister Bitsias urges halting a research ship. Turkish minister Caglavangis contends the Greek claim would make the Aegean a Greek lake. Secretary Kissinger plans separate talks with each in New York.

United Nations NY_AP United Nations Security Council Aegean Sea Tosan Sabri Caglavangis Dimitrios Bitsias Council Turkey Caglavangis Bitsias Aegean North Atlantic Treaty Organization Henry Kissinger New York Greece Theig Sismik I Ang

Carter's Nephew in Prison Fears For His Life

Spann, 29, son of Rosalynn Carter's sister, says in a letter he was jumped and stabbed twice in the shoulder and asks to be transferred from a California state prison where he is held for robbery. Officials say it is unclear if he was attacked or injured himself.

Carter Vacaville Calif Jimmy William Carter Spann Carters Gloria Oakland Tribune California Department of Corrections Phil Guthrie California Guthrie

Poland imposes sugar rationing for first time since WW II

WARSAW AP Poland harms sugar hoarders by issuing ration stamps at controlled prices to workers as shortages fuel protests. Edward Gierek's regime says hoarders push up demand and price hikes in June were shelved after demonstrations and strikes.

Warsaw Poland Edward Gierek

Treasure Hunt Television Listings Row 6-10-13 Road

A compact TV guide entry lists programs including News and a 0:30 segment. They reference sports and movie slots with channel markers and timing, noting commentators or hosts in terse listings from the day’s schedule.

Lecky En Ory Hartmen Pga Chang Fox Your Place

Non-Aligned Summit Pushes UN Expulsion of Israel

At the Fifth Summit Conference of Non-Aligned Nations in Colombo Sri Lanka Arab nations draft a proposal urging the U.N. General Assembly to strip Israel of its United Nations membership. The draft cites Israel’s alleged failure to comply with U.N. resolutions and notes a PLO official predicts passage despite slim chances of compliance.

Colombo Sri Lanka UPI Arab Nations Israel United Nations U.N. General Assembly Middle East Palestine Palestine Liberation Organization U.N

A Sticky Phobia

A UPI report defines arachibutyrophobia as the fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof of the mouth. The term appears in a discussion of unusual phobias and everyday anxieties.

Tornadoes Hit Florida Trailer Parks. 1 Dead, 15 Hurt

Two tornadoes struck Westgate Lees Travel Park and King Manor in Pinellas County, destroying about 30 mobile homes and damaging 100 more. An elderly woman died and at least 15 were injured, with damage estimated over 500000 dollars as wreckage covered two square miles. Survivors recalled roofs ripped off and debris flying, while responders reported rapid scene arrival and a second twister near a hotel area.

Largo Fla UPI Westgate Lees Kings Manor Pinellas County Bill Roberts Marie Lees Madonna Brown Lees Travel Park John White Mitch Lynn Powers

San Quentin Six Guilty Verdicts Cost $2 Million

California spent 16 months and over $2 million to convict three men already imprisoned for the 1971 San Quentin escape. Johnny Spain received a life sentence for murder, while David Johnson and Hugo Pinell were found guilty of assault. Jurors heard testimony from 83 witnesses across 22,000 pages. sentencing set for Sept 30 with potential life terms.

San Rafael Calif George Jackson Jackson David Johnson Hugo Pinel San Quentin Pinell Johnson Louis Talamantez Fleeta Drumgo Willie Tate Marin County California

Haircut Marathon Aids St Jude’s Hospital in Memphis Tennessee

Proceeds from a 24 hour haircutting marathon at Cedar Rapids School of Hairstyling will benefit St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis. The Sunday event begins at noon local time and includes 13 activities plus haircuts. Donors contribute 316 dollars per haircut with Rep. Mike Blouin among those receiving a cut at 3:30 PM Sunday.

St Jude's Children’s Research Hospital Memphis Tenn Cedar Rapids School Iowa

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