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Newspaper
Danville Register
Location
Danville, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1975
Page
4
Newport NH AP recounts Sarah Josepha Hale born 1788 in Newport as early advocate for a national Thanksgiving. As editor of Godey’s Lady’s Book she campaigned for unified annual celebration, sending letters to leaders and shaping public opinion until Lincoln proclaimed a national Thanksgiving in 1863.
The jury in Lynette Fromme's trial told U S District Court that a verdict was not near and discussed Thanksgiving dinner for jurors. Forewoman Helen Le Ray said deliberations would continue with deliberations paused for a family meal, as jurors weigh charges of attempted assassination versus assault.
Virginia financial institutions would be barred from investing in defaulted New York City bonds for 20 years if the city defaults for 90 days or more. The rule, stricter than many states, surprised bankers and prompted questions about exceptions. Virginia banks hold over 10 million NYC debt obligations amid concerns about future recoveries.
Prince Panya son of Laos premier Souvanna Phouma swam the Mekong River near Tha Bor to escape the Pathet Lao regime and sought refuge in Thailand. He was taken into custody for questioning by Thai police and said his father allowed the flight. The border area near Nong Khai has been closed for days and Thai authorities report the prince wished to reach Bangkok where his wife and sister reside.
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