GM to lay off 11000 as U.S. auto sales tumble in November
General Motors plans indefinite layoff of 11,000 workers and production cuts at 26 U.S. plants amid a 21.3 percent drop in November domestic car sales. Ford and Chrysler also curtailed output while American Motors posted a strong rise. Overall auto sales for November fell 606,038 to 769,855 vehicles, with GM down 21.8 percent and AMC up 36.7 percent. Factors cited include energy uncertainties and Iran events, with Chevrolet and Ford noting tightened demand despite lower interest rates.
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The Who dedicates Buffalo concert to stampede victims
The Who dedicated its Buffalo show to 11 fans trampled to death in Cincinnati. Roger Daltrey said the band is shattered but will finish the U.S. tour. Officials in Providence looked to cancel a Dec. 16 Boston Garden show while other cities kept concerts. Tickets were sold with security reinforced after the Buffalo incident.
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UAW Rejects Wage Freeze at Chrysler
UPI reports United Auto Workers President Douglas Fraser says workers would rather see Chrysler go out of business than accept a three year wage freeze. Fraser spoke after a two hour meeting with 250 Chrysler council members who were reportedly unanimous in opposition, though no vote was held.
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Minnelli Gero Wedding Delayed by Church Access
Liza Minnelli and groom Mark Gero arrived at St. Pholomew's Church for a private ceremony, while families waited outside in the cold as doors stayed locked for the 8 pm service. Inside, the director and the Geros entered minutes before the service began. Pil Minnelli faced the doors, and Frank Mason commented on his daughter’s wedding preparations. News also notes political fundraisers with Ronald Reagan allies and Nixon deposition developments.
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Iran rejects UN bid to free hostages in embassy dispute
Iran dismisses the U N Security Council call for immediate hostages release. Militants warn of revolutionary courts if the shah does not return from the United States, with open trials for accused spies. Iran boycotts the council and condemns U N control as American.
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Erebus crash bodies headed to Auckland aboard RNZAF Hercules
Rescue crews have retrieved more than 40 bodies from the Mt. Erebus crash site in Antarctica. The remains will be flown to Auckland on Thursday, with a first group airlifted Tuesday to the McMurdo base, about 150 miles away, as authorities revise upward the total recoverable dead to about 200.
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Candy bar name dispute tied to Baby Ruth tale
The origin of the Baby Ruth candy bar is debated. A family friend recounts May Williamson naming the bar in honor of her granddaughter during a Chicago to Eagle River trip, while other notes mention historic fire starters and French terms, reflecting a mix of anecdotes and trivia from the era.
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