Cage star Ard spurns NBA signs ABA with Nets
New York Nets announce Jim Ard, a first round NBA pick, signed to a four year no cut contract worth about 100000. Ard, born in Seattle, was NBA draft No 5 pick by the Sonics last month but chose the ABA move joining the Nets at a Wednesday press conference.
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Bill to Ban Unsolicited Credit Cards
A Senate approved measure banning unsolicited credit cards swept 79 to 1, now moving to the House Post Office Committee. It covers all creditors and tightens liability, makes unauthorized use a federal crime, and aims to curb fraudulent card distribution amid consumer protection efforts. Separately federal agents seized thousands of dosage units of dangerous drugs in Biloxi and Fort Smith, with arrests tied to violations of narcotic laws.
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Singing Hemphills Set for Hope April 17 Goospel Show
The Singing Hemphills led by Joel Hemphill with LaBreeska join Tim and Dixie McKie for An Evening with the Singing Hemphills at Third District Livestock Show Colise. Tickets at Overturf Shoe Store and KXAR. adults 2.00 students 1.50. Anchorage AP reports quake 6.2 near Cordova felt at Yakataga with no injuries. University of California siesmograph notes 6.5 to 7 magnitude.
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Defoliant 2,4,5-T Discontinued in Vietnam
Washington reports the Pentagon will suspend use of defoliant 2,4,5-T in Vietnam after tests linked it to cancer in mice and possible birth defects in unborn animals. HEW and Agriculture ban domestic use, while Defense reviews the herbicide’s role and policy.
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Fights Wednesday's Fights In Boxing Highlights
From Halifax to Las Vegas results show Joe Gareta 188 of Caracas outpointing Bill Drover 206 of Wi bush Clyde Gray 147 of Toronto outpointing Dave Hilton 155 of Montreal Dave Zyglewica heavyweights won over All Banks of Dallas Dave Oreapeza 148 of Phoenix stopped Julio Blanco 148 of Nicaregus in four rounds
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Twins Rebuild Under Rigney Eyes A West Title Chance
The Minnesota Twins under Bill Rigney reshuffle key roles as Dean Chance exits. Pete Boswell and Jim Percy post strong 20 win totals. Rod Carew and Harmon Killebrew pace lineup with Tony Oliva and Cesar Tovar in the outfield. Prospects include Ratlief and Bert Sigelban as potential rookies.
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Welfare Bill Heads for Major Victory in House
President Nixon’s welfare reform plan seems set for a major House victory after a 201 to 183 vote to sustain the Rules Committee and block floor amendments. Conservatives seek to remove family and income provisions while liberals push for higher assured income. Rep. Mills argues costs under current policy are out of control and the reform will cut long-term burdens. Semifinals in Senior Piag Gulfport scene appears in brief transition.
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Arkansas Antitrust Suit Targets Plumbing Firms Over Prices
Arkansas Attorney General Joe Purcell plans to file an antitrust suit within days against 10 to 12 national plumbing fixture firms led by Borg-Warner American Standard and Kohler, alleging price fixing to push higher grade fixtures. The suit seeks damages for state and local governments and follows prior drug and asphalt cases. Purcell aims to expand the antitrust section he created in 1969 and notes potential recovery exceeding costs as a key goal.
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Aquarius Moon Lander Proved Lifeboat for Apollo 13
Space Center report explains Aquarius lunar module as a fragile two to three person craft designed for vacuum. It served as a life boat during Apollo 13, enabling survival by delivering power oxygen and propulsion while the command module returned to Earth.
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Arkansas House Leader Cockrill Switches to GOP Move
Arkansas House majority leader Cockrill announced his switch to the Republican Party citing a belief in a two party system and forecast adequate campaign funding with no conditions. He said discussions with Rockefeller and aides preceded his decision and that other Democrats’ reactions varied, with no intent to oppose Governor Rockefeller if he runs again.
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Wildcat strikes hit truckers and teachers across the nation
Wildcat trucker strikes hit cities including Los Angeles Cleveland St Louis Akron and Buffalo prompting mass layoffs at GE and International Harvester while teachers in Los Angeles Minneapolis and Muskogee strike over wages class size and desegregation plans. The dispute threatens broader plant shutdowns and a national Teamsters referendum on the proposed contract.
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