Pulaski Klan Rally Draws Thousands Amid Bicentennial Tie
In Pulaski Tennessee hundreds of Ku Klux Klansmen and onlookers gathered at an industrial park for a rally billed as a Bicentennial tribute. Officials estimated about 1000 in attendance despite rains. Organizers touted anti communist messaging while vendors sold literature and insignia.
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Pulaski
West Virginia
Pennsylvania
Kentucky
Florida
Tennessee
Don Henson
Ku Klux Klan
Oil for jets plan sparks U S doubts on policy balance
U S energy officials warn a proposed Iran arms for oil swap could link energy and foreign policy. Boeing General Dynamics and Northrop confirm talks on selling aircraft for oil with Iran. If accepted the barter might set a precedent complicating future oil for arms deals.
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Washington
U.S
Iran
State Department
Defense Department
United States
Boeing Co
General Dynamics
Northrop Corp
NRCs Memorial Day security alert for all 58 power plants
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued a low level security alert for all 58 U.S. nuclear plants over Memorial Day weekend. An NRC spokesman cited a lost agent ID and a police warning about a stolen midget submarine, while another official noted radical activity prompting heightened caution. The information was described as highly tentative and inconclusive.
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Washington
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
NRC
Levi Won t Intervene in Boston Busing Case Now
Atty. Gen. Edward H. Levi will not intervene in the Boston school desegregation busing case before the Supreme Court at this time. He noted possible future consideration but gave no reasons. President Ford backs ongoing search for suitable busing case and legislative remedies to minimize forced busing. The statement references pending petitions and possible use of other cases like Wilmington, Del. for guidance.
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Edward H. Levi
Boston
Supreme Court
Justice Department
Levi
High Court
Ford
Congress
Wilmington, del
Wilmington
District Court
Fisherman Seek To Undercut Ban On Porpoise Killings
A court ordered ban on killing porpoises by tuna fishermen starts Monday. The tuna industry plans an appeal to the U.S. Circuit Court while Congress supporters push a bill to nullify Judge Richey’s ruling. Environmentalists back the decision and President Ford weighed in on the side of industry during a California visit. The debate centers on a fishing method linked to hundreds of thousands of porpoise deaths over 15 years and ongoing reductions cited by Commerce Department data.
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Washington
U.S. District Court
Charles Richey
U.S. Circuit of Appeals
Congress
Richey
Ford
California
San Diego
Pacific
Sierra Club
Federal
Commerce Department
Department
Columbus Sails On Third Voyage From Spain
In Today’s daily on this date in 1498 Christopher Columbus sets sail from Spain on his third voyage to the New World. Weather notes predict mostly fair conditions with highs near 80 and lows around 60. River page and maps follow on page 2. It is a privilege to live in the Tennessee Valley.
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Christopher Columbus
Spain
New World
Tennessee Valley
Rep Hays May Be Called Before U S Grand Jury
Federal investigators may summon Rep Zayne Hays to testify before a grand jury over allegations he used a staffer as his mistress on the Administration Committee payroll. Elizabeth Ray says she was paid $14 000 a year for sex, with prosecutors granting immunity if she testifies truthfully. The Justice Department has not decided to call Hays, and other similar inquiries into congressional offices are ongoing.
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Washington
Zayne Hays
Congressional Committee
Congress
Elizabeth Ray
Hays
Miss Ray
Albert Ahern
Justice Department
Judah Best
FBI
Cary Hotchkiss and daughter Ellen finish college together
In a rare family milestone Cary Hotchkiss aged 44 and his daughter Ellen aged 21 completed their college education on the same day linking two generations by the same goal.
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Tweety
Cary Hotchkiss
Ellen
Loch Ness search plans rely on cameras and bait strategy
The Loch Ness expedition will focus on Urquhart Bay for 1961 to 1970 sightings. It uses a network of underwater cameras, strobes, and a time lapse system to capture 40 foot depth life. Dr Edgerton backs the bait theory as cameras may attract creatures.
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Robert H. Rines
Drumnadrochit
Loch Ness
Edger
New England Aquarium
Boston
Edgerton
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