Southerners Back Mid-Decade Census For More Funds
The Southern Growth Policies Board endorsed a bill to double census checks to five years to increase federal funding. Florida Gov. Reubin Askew cited a 23 percent growth since 1970 and estimated Florida loses about $100 million annually due to outdated figures. The group also backed expanding satellite data use for conservation and noted 15 southern states gained 5.3 million people in five years, led by Florida and Texas.
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Wagner Doubts Peak Load Pricing For TVA Power
TVA chairman Aubrey J. Wagner said peak load pricing would not likely be welcomed by power customers. He questioned altering morning showers to save energy and noted the $250 million cost to install meters for 2.5 million customers. TVA hearings on rates continued in Paducah, Kentucky.
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Aubrey J. Wagner
Tennessee Valley Authority
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Paducah
Americans Stand Trial for Mercenary Killings in Angola
Two Americans Gary Acker and Daniel Gearhart along with 11 other mercenaries faced first day indictments in Luanda charging murder pillage and destruction of Angola's property and resources. Gearhart faced an additional count of commanding a combat section and minefields while prosecutors signaled possible death penalty.
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Miss Alabama Picked Tonight
Fifty contestants advanced to a second Miss Alabama Pageant prelim. Jane Barton of Gardendale won the Thursday talent round and Rhonda Haley of Vestavia Hills earned swimsuit honors. The pageant concludes Saturday selecting Alabama’s Miss America representative for Atlantic City.
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Sardine feeding drives trawlers to rich school spots
When sea birds dive, fishermen spot sardine schools and steer trawlers toward feeding shoals. The text recalls Takht-e-Jamshid, the ancient Persian capital, sacked by Alexander the Great in 330 BCE.
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Misstatements and redress policy and subscription rates
The notice warns that Associated Press dispatches are exclusive to this paper and republication rights are reserved while promising prompt redress for grievances found to be valid. It also notes subscription rates by mail with tax included.
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Ray Sues Huie and Six Others Over Civil Rights Case
James Earl Ray, acting as his own attorney from prison, files a 3 million civil rights suit in Memphis against Time Inc and six individuals including writers Huie and Frank, a former assistant attorney general, a federal judge, and a court reporter. He seeks 500000 damages from six defendants, excluding Judge McRae.
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Hubert Humphrey May Enter Democratic Nomination Again
Guest Editorial from The Anniston Star analyzes Hubert H. Humphrey's possible return to the Democratic presidential race. It notes his history, appeal, and past reluctance, then outlines how Carter's delegate lead could trigger a reassessment by Humphrey if California Ohio and New Jersey primaries yield fewer than 1,200 to 1,300 delegates for Carter. It emphasizes not forming a stop movement and avoiding party division.
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Horoscope for Sunday Readers Focus on Learning and Community
This Sunday horoscope notes a year of learning and growth with higher rewards and responsibility. It highlights personal charm, artistic potential, and various zodiacal hints from Aries to Capricorn, urging early start, social checks, duty to community, and balancing work with well being.
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Johnsey Tries To 'Check' Capitol
Birmingham developer Walter Johnsey, an Alabama Power Co. executive, bought options on land around the Capitol in Montgomery as leverage for a possible state building sale. He’d previously faced Gov. George C. Wallace’s rejection of a state office project and later failed to secure state land purchase amid legislative battles.
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HoroscopeAdvice for Aquarius and Pisces Sign
The excerpt discusses Aquarius guidance, urging caution with messages and budget stability amid perceived difficulties. It then covers Pisces advice promoting tolerance and personal boundary setting, noting plans may face complications from side issues.
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Boy Scouts of America tops four million youth members
The Boy Scouts of America reports more than 4 million youth members across its programs, reflecting continued growth and reach. The figure highlights nationwide participation and the movement's expanding footprint in communities and units.
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