Washington Faces Shifts in Diplomatic Posts and Probes
The State Department abandons remonstrations with the Soviet Union over barring a senior diplomat from Moscow and selects William A. Brown as political counselor at the U.S. Embassy. Philip A. Lacovara named to head an internal House probe into alleged South Korean influence peddling on Capitol Hill. Vietnam opens its fourth party congress pledging a new development path. Ford signals substantial raises for top federal officials tied to ethics reforms, while Carter weighs his stance. Rhodesia talks pause at Geneva as Britain and the U.S. seek a path forward, and the PLO outlines a move toward a Palestinian state in general terms. In Israel, Rabin survives a no-confidence vote amid ceremonial jet fighter arrivals, and Carter previews an economic stimulus plan to be issued before his inauguration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
State Department
Soviet Union
Moscow
U.S
William A. Brown
Marshall Brement
Arizona
Philip A. Lacovara
Aternate
Archibald Cox
Leon Jaworski
House
Capitol Hill
Covara
House Ethics Committee
Ford
Congress
Peter G. Peterson
Secretary of Commerce
White House
Jimmy Carter
Atlanta
Alabama recycling incentives discussed in 1969 law debate
Legislator voices optimism with a president elect seen as aware of recycling needs. Atty Gen. Endrick cites a state Supreme Court ruling that current waste law is not mandatory. Voters previously failed to amend in 1976. Another attempt planned when Legislature reconvenes in February.
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Endrick
Alabama
Supreme Court
House
Senate
Israeli Troops Fire On Youths in West Bank Protests
In Jerusalem area protests against an 8 percent value added tax, West Bank Arabs strike and businesses close. Israeli troops fired on about 500 students at a Lutheran church school northwest of Jerusalem, wounding an 11 year old boy in the leg. broader unrest and closures accompany a one day strike organized by mayors, unions and chambers of commerce.
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Jerusalem
Jordan West
Israel
Lutheran Church
West Bank
Chambers of Commerce
Drop The Dumbbell Furrier Admonishes
In Birmingham Alabama an AP report describes a thief who broke a show window and stole a fur, with a remorseful reflection that the mink back might not be believed if it doesn’t fit. A newspaper ad admonishes against pairing with the thief, warning that anyone seen with such a coat would be too dumb for someone like you.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birmingham
Ala
Questioning Knight on Recording Policy in District Attorney Office
The transcript cites investigations into alleged eavesdropping. It notes failing attempts to contact Knight about who recorded conversations and whether a third party listened to or transcribed tapes. The text questions if recording of telephone calls is a district attorney policy and mentions attempts to reach Knight this morning.
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Aes
Miss
Knight
District Attorney's Office
Mike Freeman
DAILY
Mr. Knight
Miami Beach
Fla
David Brinkley
Baghdad Airport Blast Kills 3
Iraq accuses Syria of planting a bomb at Baghdad airport customs killing three and wounding many, including 10 hospital patients. The blast wounded Saudis, Iraqis, West Germans, Japanese, and others as luggage was checked after sunset at duty-free area. International reports cite up to 400 injuries.
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Beirut
Lebanon
Iraq
Syrian Secret Service
Baghdad
Syria
Arab Baath Socialist Party
London
Damascus
British Airways
Abducted Infant’s Car Sought After Highway Abduction
Police reported a beige over brown 1973 Pontiac involved in the abduction of a girl. Two men allegedly drove the car to a service station and bought gas. the attendant heard a movement in the trunk. The car’s Georgia license SDW244 was traced, road blocks were set, and the vehicle later appeared abandoned. The body was found Tuesday, with initial ID delayed. About $400 was stolen from the store during the abduction.
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Cary Bittick
Monroe County
Miss Allen
State Patrol
North
Bill Wilson
Georgia
Baltimore
Carol Channing
Charles Lowe
Olga Korbut Kissed by Mickey Mouse at Disney World Lunch
Olympic gymnast Olga Korbut and a group of gymnasts toured the United States with plans to perform in Jacksonville Florida. Senator Bob Dole urged rebuilding a strong Republican party, saying voters want action and candidates for courthouses statehouses and Congress.
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Olga Korbut
Soviet Union
Mickey Mouse
Walt Disney World
Miss Kor
Tampa
Fila
Bob Dole
R-Kan
Lian Party
U. S
Jacksonville
Fla
Hillsborough County
Christmas Luncheons and Local Church Events Across Decatur Area
Community groups and churches schedule Christmas programs and meetings. Dues groups like the Wishful Diggers Garden Club meet at private homes. the United Daughters of the Confederacy and various church auxiliaries host services, bake sales, and benefit sings. Information lines list contact numbers 355-8000 and 350-1794 for details.
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Wishful Diggers Garden Club
Noel Callahan
Old Moulton Rd
Joe Wheeler
The
United Daughters of the Confederacy
John O. Braswell
Canal St. NE
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Lacovara
John J. Flynt
D-Ga
New York City
Vietnam Party Congress
Bangkok
Thailand
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le Duan
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Communist Bloc
Europe
Africa
United States
Tan Duc
Duan
Britain
Geneva
Rhodesia
Ivor Richard
South Africa
Mozambique
Zambia
Tanzania
Richard
United Nations
John E. Reinhardt
Henry A. Kissinger
Anthony Crosland
PLO
Palestine Liberation Organization
Palestine Central Council
Jordan River
Gaza Strip
Rabin
Yitzhak Rabin
Carter
Public Health Ministry
Cairo
Fhe Tone
Abidul Halim Khaddam
Black June
Yasir Arafat
Sack June
Amoco
Limestone County
Vail
Colo
Richard Bass
Secret Service
Fords
Brinkley
BHS
Sion
Maxwell
Brewer
Patriots
Jose Ph Club
Council of North Alabama Health Systems Agency
Huntsville
Theuntsville
Decatur Jetport
Carver School
Church St
Decatur Inn
Wheeler Basin Regional Library
First Baptist Church
Olga and
Mickey
West Decatur
P.T.A
Parents Anonymous
Bob Barlow
Pie
First Bible Church
Summer Manor
Child Evangelism Fellowship of
Decatur
Carolyn St
First Free Will Baptist Church
Gateway Shopping Center
Lou Allen
Borden
Corinth Baptist Church
Moulton
Sonny Jones
Cavaliers
Hartselle
National Association of Retired Federal
Trinity United Methodist Church Sanctuary
Jimmy Richey
Moulton Church
Gospel Singings
Falkville High School
Wayne Johnson
Spiritual Echoes
Highlanders Quartet
King’s Messengers
Holy Missionary Baptist Church
Athens
the Gospel Four
Watwood Family
East Acres Community Center
18Th Ave. S.E
Lacey
Spring Holiness
the Crow Family
Gospel Tones
Full Gospel Holiness Tabernacle
Don Q
David Gantz
Jai ME
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