Oscar winners sweep as Cuckoo's Nest dominates Oscars
Nicholson and Fletcher win best actor and actress for One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. The film also secures best picture, best director for Milos Forman, and adapted screenplay, marking a rare all-major-category sweep. Lee Grant and George Burns take supporting acting honors amid emotional presentations.
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Tornado toll rises in Arkansas and Mississippi blitz
A string of tornadoes tore through Arkansas and Mississippi on Monday killing at least 12 people and injuring about 250. In Cabot six dead and up to 180 injured as downtown was wrecked, with 65 businesses destroyed or damaged. In Canton Mississippi several dead and many injured as the storm struck the town center. National Guard was mobilized for rescue and to prevent looting.
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Court upholds states ban on homosexual acts
The Supreme Court ruled that banning homosexual acts does not violate the constitutional right to privacy. The Virginia law makes sodomy a felony with up to five years in prison and a $1,000 fine. The decision affirmed a federal court ruling. justices dissented on removing the case without a hearing.
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Five more seized in gang slaying of youth in park
Long Beach police report five more arrests in the El Dorado Park killing of Oscar Alexander Castillo, 7, after he was dragged from a car and shot. Suspects include Ruben Tapia, 18, and Mario Rico, 19, with four juveniles also booked and turned to juvenile authorities. Castillo, not a gang member, was slain Sunday afternoon during a confrontation after backing into another car.
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Hearst arraigned in L A on kidnapping robbery charges
Patricia Hearst, the imprisoned bank robber, was arraigned in a Los Angeles courtroom on kidnapping, robbery, and assault charges. Superior Judge Jack Goertzen ordered her to return April 14 to enter a plea. Separate actions involve a motion to sever her trial from codefendants William and Emily Tharris, who face identical charges.
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Kissinger Warns Cuban Action Threatens U S Security
Secretary of State Henry Kissinger told the House committee that Cuban aggression could trigger a domino effect in Africa and South America. He urged passage of a $1 billion Turkey aid pact and warned against linking Cyprus talks to broader military relations.
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Senate approves 200 mile limit extension
The Senate passed a compromise bill extending U S fisheries jurisdiction to 200 miles off American coasts by March 1. It moves to the House after a unanimous voice vote following brief debate. The measure prioritizes U S vessels and requires permits for foreign vessels only if domestic capacity is exceeded.
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Ford vows veto if defense budget is cut
President Ford warned he will veto any defense appropriation that shortchanges future national security. He criticized Congress for considering up to 7.2 billion in cuts from a 114.9 billion proposal and urged that the budget remain the minimum necessary to sustain U.S. defense strength. House figures varied, with Mahon saying drastic cuts are unacceptable yet contemplating a possible near 1 million net reduction.
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Regional panel approves construction of new L B Art Museum
Tax assistance errors spark focus as Ronald Reagan granted prime time TV slot and ski buff sketches feature. regional page A-7 notes. The regional panel on page B-1 approves a new art museum construction, outlining plans and location details.
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