Pie attack on Madalyn O Hair spurs assault charges in Albuquerque
Allen Hunter faces assault charges after smacking atheist Madalyn Murray O Hair with a chocolate pie at a local meeting. O Hair had urged Christians to leave, provoking heckling. authorities will investigate. Hunter defended the act, citing his opposition to O Hair's public stance.
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Scoutmaster fights manslaughter law in boobytrap case
Carmine Falco 31 pleaded no contest to rigging a rifle boobytrap that killed 14 year old Richard Brush Jr. in North Miami Beach. He received six months in jail and two years probation, and his attorney said an appeal would target the constitutionality of Florida’s manslaughter statute.
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Hawaii Public Workers Strike Shrinks Classes and Hospitals
An eight thousand strong walkout by public workers disrupts Hawaii schools cutting classes to two hours, straining state hospitals and leaving restrooms dirty. Officials warn no quick wage settlement while longshoremen stage sympathy action at harbors.
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Congress Wins Battle Over 2.1 Billion Nuclear Carrier Funding
After a two year clash with President Carter, Congress approves a $2.1 billion nuclear aircraft carrier within a broader $41.4 billion weapons bill. The Senate passed the contending package amid a larger allocation that includes 14 ships, missiles, tanks, and extensive military R&D, with Carter expected to sign.
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Wheat yields 69 loaves per bushel in USDA note
The U S Department of Agriculture says one bushel of wheat yields enough flour for about 69 one pound loaves of white bread. On this date in 1974 Secretary Kissinger and Soviet leader Brezhnev discussed new strategic arms limitations in Moscow.
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