Masterpiece Theatre Season Expands on PBS
PBS unveils a slate of British dramas for the new season starting Oct 1 with Vanity Fair the five part adaptation starring Susan Hampshire. On Nov 5 Cousin Bette debuts a chilling tale of revenge impacting a wealthy family. A December 10 Moonstone adaption follows as a Victorian mystery.
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PBS Schedule Highlights With Arthurian Diamonds and Legal Firewalls
PBS programming spotlights a diamond tale from India with a destined heroine, a new 13 part series The Just Generation teaching youth about the U S legal system through debate. Highlights include Another Part of the Forest starring Tiffany Bolling Dorothy McGuire and others Oct 5 International Performance featuring Stravinsky The Firebird Orpheus in Hell Phedre Les Brigands and more Oct 7 Antigone Oct 14 Medea with Maria Callas Throne of Blood Macbeth adaptation and Oct 9 the Venereal disease special VC Blues hosted by Dick Cavett.
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Television Listings Dense Schedule Across Davenport and Des Moines
A dense listing shows channels WOC-TV Davenport WKBT La Crosse KROC-TV Rochester WHO-TV Des Moines KDUB Dubuque and a long slate of programs including News Weather Spts and multiple classic shows such as The Brady Bunch Sonny and Cher Sanford and Son Hee Haw Funky Phantom Archie’s Funnies Around World and Washington Week. The listing also mentions a Rockwell like dream of Jeannie and Nashville Music along with a Nashville entry.
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Soviet US Agree On Joint Environment Study Pact
The United States and the Soviet Union signed a broad environmental cooperation pact, initiating a joint program with about 30 study areas. Early exchanges of scientists are planned for November or December, covering water pollution, wildlife protection, earthquake forecasting, and urban environment research in cities including St. Louis, Leningrad, San Francisco, and Atlanta.
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Judge Delays Civil Trial In Bugging Case
Washington AP judge Charles R. Richey halts civil damage suits tied to the Democratic headquarters break in to await criminal trial outcomes. He notes all parties agreed to delay, potentially preventing trial before November elections, while protecting defendants and public rights. Three suits involve Lawrence O'Brien, Maurice Stans, and a libel claim.
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Criminal cases take center stage in ongoing trials
In a series of criminal cases, witnesses and defendants provide testimony as the trial progresses. Prosecutors outline charges while defense counsel emphasizes alibis and evidence. Court proceedings focus on credibility, legal standards, and potential verdicts.
Power Stoppage Hits American Samoa Students Lose Lunches
A breakdown in the American Samoa power plant leaves most of the island with only 12 hours of electricity daily. Frozen food spoils as beef supply from New Zealand remains thawed, and educational TV is down. A resident notes his wife agreed to take up chess due to the outage.
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Red Cross Receives $700,000 Aid for Puerto Rican Victims
A Red Cross official delivered a $700,000 check from Japan to Governor Luis Ferre for aid payments to the families of 16 Puerto Ricans killed by Japanese terrorists at Tel Aviv airport last May.
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West German moves against Russian chartering of vessels
Ten years ago the West German government agreed to curb its ship owners from placing German flag ships under Russian charter. The step aimed to reduce influence or control by Russia over German maritime assets and commerce.
Britain to End Jail Policy in Northern Ireland Crisis
The British government pledges an end to internment without trial for suspected Irish terrorists. Special courts without juries will handle cases, replacing internment while a new advisory commission studies long term counterterrorism options. No date set for implementing tribunals. Whitelaw to start preparations. The move aims to ease Catholic anger and resume peace talks set to begin soon.
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Tax Exemption For Unprofitable Railroads Urged
The Iowa commerce commission chair urged tax relief for rail lines that fail to be profitable. Maurice Van Nostrand urged exempting lines with 34 or fewer cars per mile yearly to prevent more abandonments. Attorneys for the Iowa Association of Railroads said railroads are willing to cooperate to develop a transportation system.
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State rail panel urged to map Iowa authority limits
Iowa lawmakers consider a rail service improvement plan while Roger Ivie and Mike Hicklin caution ongoing federal bills could pre empt state efforts. They note railroads are tightly regulated by the interstate commerce commission and state power is limited, urging the committee to identify where state action is possible before proposing laws.
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Nixon signs survivor benefits law for widows and orphans
President Nixon signed long awaited survivor benefits legislation providing up to 55 percent of retired pay to widows and orphans of retired military personnel. The law closes a gap where survivors were often left destitute, aligning military and federal civil service support.
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Want ads perform an important community service
The notice urges readers to read want ads daily highlighting their value to the community. It emphasizes ongoing daily exposure and service by listing opportunities and needs in the local newspaper.
NBC Fall Lineup Marks Return of Classic Stars
This fall NBC highlights Gena Rowlands and Stuart Whitman in prominent roles with Sebastian Cabot as host. The lineup emphasizes familiar faces and seasoned performances to anchor primetime scheduling.
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