31 Aug 1976
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Newspaper
Color Country Spectrum
Location
Saint George, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1976
Page
1
Milwaukee officials hailed a "great day" as voluntary transfers began to desegregate schools under a federal order. Evelyn Pfeiffer stated no objections expected as more students moved toward racial balance before opening day, with a two year desegregation timeline and state funding for transport.
A chaotic riot in London leaves hundreds injured and vehicles, shops, and property damaged as police clash with crowds. Authorities report clashes began near a festival area with youths involved, while officers pursued pickpockets and controlled the mob, leading to multiple hospitalizations and widespread fear.
Debates trigger court fight as Maddox and other candidates threaten legal action over FCC equal time and FEC rules. Report notes disputes about access, network coverage, and whether corporate funds count as campaign expenses amid party influence.
Spectrum introduces a new weekly statewide prep poll in the Spectrum Sports section on page 6. Eleven Utah prep football coaches from top schools across regions in three classes vote, with results compiled by Spectrum's Board of Coaches.
Lebanese President elect Elias Sarkis flies to Damascus for 24 hour talks with Sinan leaders on Arab League peace efforts in Lebanon. Mediators say Assad will discuss the new peace plan and the future presence of Syrian troops in north and east Lebanon.
The Washington County Planning Commission granted permission Monday for Dr Earl Plunkett to establish an office in his residence in the south fields near Hurricane. Support from Hurricane city officials and hundreds of signatures preceded the unanimous vote. The commission also approved an auto salvage yard west of Ivins and tabled a proposal to build a permanent residence in Bowler Ence and Marsh Subdivision until zoning changes are made.
Washington County Commissioners informed the Bureau of Land Management that ten major environmental components would have a nominal impact on historical values while the project could boost the county’s social economic status by attracting population growth. They noted air pollution would not be a problem and urged funding requests for senior citizens programs, plus approval of a lease law and trash regulations. The panel also set September 13 as the next meeting date due to Labor Day.
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