ACS backs mammography for breast cancer detection nationwide
The American Cancer Society president reaffirmed support for mammography for women of all ages at the New York meeting. He cited early cancers found by X rays, called for a federal ceiling on cigarette tar and nicotine, backing the Toxic Substances Act, and urged a nationwide voluntary blood program for cancer patients.
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Knife believed used in inmate stabbing found in Nebraska
Authorities at the Nebraska Penal Complex recovered a seven inch homemade knife believed to be the weapon in the stabbing death of inmate Melvin Whitemagpie. Whitemagpie, serving a 446 year sentence, died after multiple stab wounds during a cell lockdown.
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This Could Mean Trouble For Carter In Precinct 0555
In Portland Oregon three voters in Precinct 0555 favor Jimmy Carter which could spell trouble for the Democratic candidate. Mrs Ida Bell Cooper says they typically vote for the loser and notes the family lives at Lincoln Memorial Park. She recalls voting for Stevenson Humphrey and Brown and cites Nixon as a loser for 1972.
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Sheriff post open in Custer County Colorado
Custer County seeks a new sheriff as Karen Dolby says she is too busy to take the job. Dolby serves as sheriff coroner and county physician while mother of five and plans to relinquish the post after Stanford De Priest’s death. Jerry Landreth is undersheriff candidate. no takers yet among 1100 residents.
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Seal attacks swimmer off Topanga Beach in Malibu
Lifeguards reported a rare seal attack on a human as Lorna Anderson 19 of North Hollywood was bitten on the left thigh while swimming off Topanga Beach California She was airlifted to Santa Monica Emergency Hospital for treatment of cuts and shock Officials said it may be an injured or sick seal and wardens searched waters from Las Tunas to Topanga to capture it.
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Los Angeles County
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