Ford Shifts Image As 1976 Campaign Kicks Off
President Ford abandons the drab image at the GOP National Convention in Kansas City and embraces Reagan conservative support while challenging Carter to face him in a series of debates. Carter replies from Plains promising television confrontations. Ford, with running mate Robert Dole, outlines aims of peace, prosperity, tax reform and a balanced budget for his campaign.
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North Korea tensions rise after border slaying in Korea area
Secretary Kissinger calls the killings of U S and South Korean workers a premeditated murder and warns against reckless acts by North Korea. Pentagon reports reinforcement moves and heightened readiness as Seoul vows immediate retaliation to future provocations amid a flare up near Panmunjom.
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Cedar City Council approvesNotes and bids for city programs
The Cedar City Council votes to seek 135000 in tax anticipation notes for the general fund and 65000 plus 60000 to cover street improvements and operations until year end. An extra 14000 raises the project total to 114000. Additional items include funding limits for the Southwest Series, a free flowing drinking fountain, airport committee meeting, and dam study work at Lower Bulloch with Corps of Engineers flood prevention plans.
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Cedar City
Kerry Jones
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Ford predicts victory and unity at Republican convention
President Ford and running mate Senator Dole secured the Republican nomination, pledging victory, prosperity, and national unity. Ford challenged Carter to a head-to-head debate, supported by aides, while Reagan energized delegates before finally joining Ford on stage. Rockefeller labeled the moment “Beautiful.”
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Ford Carter accept televised presidential debate
President Ford and Jimmy Carter accept a nationally televised debate as the first such confrontation in 16 years. Ford announced from the Republican National Convention that he was ready to debate, while Carter, from Plains Georgia, planned to issue a similar challenge.
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Fair Opens At Washington County With Bicentennial Flair
The Washington County Fair opens with a Bicentennial ribbon ceremony and fair royalty drawing visitors. Local fruit and crop exhibits attract attention while the 4-H horse show earns praise. crowds grow as good weather is forecast for three days along with events like a Bicentennial Musical Finals at 8 p.m.
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