TV Ratings Shake Up NBC CBS ABC Dominate
NBC's Sanford and Son leads a mixed Nielsen week with 44 percent share while ABC struts midseason plans and CBS books the Sunday lineup. Cosell on ABC faces low ratings but network plans 20 show package for 1976 77 with Cosell continuing through Jan. 37.
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Fairyland dream comes true in two Kitchener rooms
Irma Loewenberg transforms her living and dining rooms into a miniature international village called Fairyland. City Council grants a temporary permit to charge admission in a noncommercial area, with neighbors backing the display. The 20 year dream started after she arrived in Canada, weaving together dolls, castles, windmills, and marching music that enchants visitors.
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Craftswoman curates miniature Oktoberfest and Fairyland dolls
Mrs Loe wenberg, out of work after knee trouble, uses a surplus IMITATION furs and wood shop skills to craft mini Oktoberfest dolls and a Fairyland sugarplum castle. Her grandkids and neighbors enjoy a homegrown display featuring ball gowns, Strauss music, a turntable, mirror backdrop and hours of research.
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Japan Rail Strike Paralyzes Transport Across Nation
Railways in Japan faced a broad strike led by the 860000 member Public Corporations and Governmental Expressive Workers Union, closing trains, subways, buses, and ferries. The walkouts began at midnight and aim to last ten days, challenging the government’s push to legalize public sector strikes. Prime Minister Take Mik urged unions to end action as talks continue amid a stalemate over workers’ right to strike.
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Addicts cured by monk in Thailand praised for success
In SARABURI Thailand former police undercover agent Charoon Panchan leads the Temple of the Bamboo Cave treating narcotics addicts with herbs baths meditation and a monk vow. Officials say most quit heroin morphine and opium while the monk credits publicity for increased applicants and plans to treat 1000 more with the awarded funds. Lake Bigler renamed Lake Tahoe after Gov. Bigler despite official designation.
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Hidden maps reveal early mainland America history
Albuquerque researchers Perry and Mildred Van Arsdale have compiled two decades of secret archives on pre 1900 America. Their hand drawn maps detail trails towns and incidents with notes sparking plans for a searchable computer archive for scholars and educators.
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Electricity for future plants and jobs in Arkansas
Arkansas Power & Light warns that power shortages threaten new plants and job growth. Without adequate electricity, current industry cannot expand and future industries may face delays or relocation. The utility emphasizes securing sufficient power for human needs and business demand.
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