Moon dies at 31 drummer Keith Moon of The Who
Keith Moon, 31, the Who drummer described as an artist in mayhem, was found dead by his fiancée after announcing their engagement. An autopsy was planned and preliminary statements ruled out a drug overdose, citing natural causes. Moon had recently toured the United States with The Who for Who Are You, amid concerns over his health and behavior.
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Landon 91 Stumps for Daughter in Kansas Senate Bid
Alf Landon, approaching 91, campaigns for his daughter Nancy Landon Kassebaum in Kansas Senate race. He praises her campaigning and forecasts Carter’s one term, noting her early poll lead after winning GOP nomination.
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Postal Service moves to cut parcel rates and push electronic mail
The Postal Service governing board proposed lower rates for high volume parcel shippers to curb United Parcel Service's dominance and approved an electronic mail service for businesses using computers. The plan aims to generate 180 million parcels in fiscal 1979 and will be reviewed by the Postal Rate Commission.
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School strike leaders work in jail cells
Teachers across at least 14 states joined walkouts over pay with leaders in jail cells and union offices, disrupting classes for around 500000 pupils. Cleveland opened with a $20.7 million emergency loan as 20 percent pay demands and related strikes spread to Dayton and New Orleans where offers reached 4 to 8 percent. Marion reported a tentative settlement after seven jailed leaders.
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