Rioting in Miami Overton Section Sparks Violence and Looting
More than 100 blacks seized two unmarked police cars, took their shotguns, and opened fire in downtown Miami. Firebombs rocks and bottles were hurled at cars while police in riot gear cordoned a 10 block area of Overtown. At least three vehicles burned and looting reported as injuries occurred. UPI photographer Mary Speck witnessed the unrest amid smoke and shouting as officers advised evacuees.
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New Jersey Gov Signs Bill Raising Drinking Age to 21
Governor Thomas Kean signed legislation raising New Jersey’s drinking age from 19 to 21 starting Friday at midnight. The measure, supported by civic groups after alcohol related crashes, exempts those born before 1983 end. Kean urged regional alignment with New York and Pennsylvania.
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Stop Imports by Not Buying Them
A citizen urges patriotic consumer action to halt foreign imports by buying only U.S. made goods including cars. The letter asks stores to stock American products, notes potential job loss, and references holiday timing and a request to avoid duplicating charitable packages. It asserts longstanding area residence and ongoing desire to stay informed.
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U.S.A
Delco community letter and holiday greeting in Daily Times
A reader salutes the Daily Times as the region’s best newspaper and urges continued local support. The missive references rising taxes, Chichester bus purchases, and a December McDonald’s drive-thru incident, concluding with holiday wishes and a sharp remark to a reader.
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Strange Bedfellows in South Africa Snake Challenge
Johannesburg UPI reports snake park curator Austin Stevens plans a quiet New Year with 24 venomous snakes to extend his world record of living with poisonous reptiles. He aims for 60 days, having spent eight days with boomslangs cobras puff adders and black mambas. Stevens must move little to avoid danger.
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climber missing after Everest winter ascent in Nepal
Sherpa guides report no trace of a Japanese climber and his satchel after they vanished on descent from Mount Everest following the first winter ascent. Weather and avalanche risks hinder search efforts as authorities coordinate rescue operations.
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Nepal
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