Sparkman Can't Guarantee Senate Ratification of Canal Treaties
In Washington, Senate Foreign Relations Chairman John Sparkman told Gen. Omar Torrijos he cannot guarantee Senate ratification or even assent on the canal pacts. He pledged a full, speedily deliberate review while opposing immediate promises, as Reagan urged rejection and Ford sought balanced support.
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Senate OKs coal measure amid energy package move
The Senate passed a coal utilization bill 74 to 8 to require large plants to switch from oil and gas to coal by 1990 with limited exceptions while voting to table a bid to bar large oil and gas firms from buying coal and uranium deposits. Kennedy’s amendment was defeated 62 to 30.
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Bitter Winter Forecast By Farmers Almanac 1977 78
Lewiston AP reports the Farmers Almanac predicts a bitter winter with cold and snow, though not as severe as last year. Editor Ray Geiger touts a secret planetary sunspot based formula from retired astronomer Harry Buie, noting the almanac’s long history and nonprophet stance.
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Comic Actor Zero Mostel Dies Of Heart Attack At 62
Philadelphia reports Zero Mostel, famed for Fiddler on the Roof and The Producers, died of a heart attack at 7:47 pm at Thomas Jefferson Hospital. He had been in the city for an updated Merchant of Venice role and had two earlier hospital admissions after illness before the fatal event.
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Virginia and North Carolina Weather Outlook
Variable cloudiness Friday through Saturday with a chance of rain near the coast. Highs in the 70s to around 80, with Friday night lows in the 60s. North Carolina sees some rain on the north coast and scattered showers or thunderstorms Friday through Saturday, with warmer conditions on Saturday. Downtown weather log notes calm winds and measurable rainfall.
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Ford son says Gerald Ford may seek 1980 presidency
Jack Ford said his father Gerald Ford has not ruled out a run for the 1980 White House. The 25 year old writer told reporters at a Washington University news conference that the former president remains very adamant about not closing the door on a possible bid.
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Royal couple begin Latin American tour with Caracas stop
King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia depart Madrid for a 10 day six country Latin American tour. They attend Caracas celebrations marking a royal decree’s bicentennial shaping Venezuela as a nation. Foregin Minister Oreja accompanies them amid plans to visit Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Costa Rica and Panama. Miss America pageant staffer Callie acts as chauffeur and bodyguard during the Atlantic City events.
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Pope Paul VI to Open Synod Session on Birthday
Vatican officials say Pope Paul VI will open this year’s Synod of Bishops four days after his 10th birthday on September 28. He will celebrate Mass in the Sistine Chapel for about 200 participants and give the opening address, denying reports he will abdicate at age 80. The synod advises the Pope on church matters.
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Merman mix: Mestel rose from painter to stage icon
The article chronicles Max Mestel’s unlikely rise from failed painter to celebrated comedian and actor. It notes his early struggles, bantam wit, and political satire that led to both acclaim and House Un American Activities scrutiny, highlighting Rhinoceros and Ulysses in Nighttown as career peaks. It contrasts miscasting with later electric performances and marks him as a pantomime genius alongside Groucho Marx.
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Danville Register Subscription Rates Explained
Local newspaper details subscription options with daily and Sunday plans, carrier and mail delivery prices, and single-copy costs. It notes advance payment requirements and the paper's publication details in Danville Virginia.
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