Berkowitz Found Incapacitated to Stand Trial in Son of Sam Case
A New York psychiatric report declares David Berkowitz incapacitated due to mental disease or defect, likely preventing a trial for the Son of Sam murders. Two court-appointed psychiatrists say he lacks the capacity to understand proceedings or assist his defense, risking incarceration in a state institution unless recovery occurs. Brooklyn DA insists he is fit to stand trial. judge orders sealed the eight-page report and sets an Oct. 4 deadline for conflicting data. Berkowitz remains in an isolation ward after the Tuesday court appearance, with indictments in Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens awaiting the Roz verdicts.
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Ship Saved From Scrap Heap In Brazil by Ex Crew
Ex crew members of the U S S St Louis persuaded Brazilian authorities to temporarily halt scrapping the cruiser known as the Lucky Lou. The Pearl Harbor survivor Cmdr Al Seton from Staten Island led contacts with Brazilian officials to seek restoration as a museum.
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Virginia and North Carolina Weather Outlook
Virginia remains humid with a chance of thundershowers through Wednesday. Highs reach mid 80s to around 90. In North Carolina, expect mostly sunny with scattered afternoon and evening storms in the mountains and highs in the 80s to near 90.
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New Funds Sought to Close Virginia Road Funding Gap
Richmond AP consultants warn Virginia faces a 665 million shortfall for transportation needs through 1983. Senate critics say projections unrealizable while exploring roughly 40 funding options, including higher gas and sales taxes, license fees, and tax changes, with highway funds not to be diverted to ports or aeronautics.
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Vermont teen earns pilot and driver licenses in days
James Mitchell of Shelburne Vermont turned 16 and achieved two goals in succession. He earned his pilot certificate after 32 hours of flight and then passed the driving test the next day. His instructor Hix noted that parking a car is easier than landing a plane.
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Elmwood Place mayor seeks 805000 grant for new station
Emmitt Spears of Elmwood Place Ohio writes to President Carter asking for an 805000 federal grant to build a police and fire department facility. He says nearby communities received grants for parking lots and swimming pools while his station remains in a temporary building after a 1974 tornado.
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Edward Gurmmey weighs 9th District run after acquittal
Edward Gurmmey says he is considering running for Lou Frey’s 9th District seat after his acquittal on a perjury charge. Resting at Winter Park since last fall he reports friends urging a return to politics while he contemplates resuming law practice. Gurmmey notes bitterness from his trials but refuses to dwell on negatives or hold a grudge.
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Vatican says pope has no plan to abdicate amid health talk
The Vatican dismissed Italian press reports that Pope Paul VI might quit due to age and arthritis as fantasy. A Vatican spokesman cited a June denial and reaffirmed the pope, who turns 80 on September 26, has no intention of stepping down.
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Ex-con ends siege after killing wife and son
In East Hartford Connecticut an ex-convict killed his wife and son during an 18 hour siege and then killed himself with a gunshot to the head. Police said the suspect, 34, spoke to a newspaper about losing his world to his son.
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Carter To Grant U S Employes Pay Boost
President Carter said he will grant 3.4 million federal workers a pay raise in October, with amounts still under review. A 7.05 percent across the board is favored by some agencies, while an 8.4 percent boost is urged by the Federal Employes Pay Council. The decision must consider the Federal Pay Comparability Act and future recommendations from the President's Advisory Committee on Federal Pay.
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