Fire destroys Newfoundland elderly home killing many at Christmas party
In Le Goulds near St John's a blaze tore through Chatfe's Rest Home killing 20 residents and rescuers say a 105 year old woman and a 16 year old boy were among the dead. Fire officials said the building collapsed and water supply hampered efforts. three people escaped with minor injuries.
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Ford Says Nixon Pardon Had Adverse Political Impact
In a Barbara Walters ABC News interview, President Ford reveals he knew the Nixon pardon would harm his political fortunes. He cites congressional and legal pressures over Nixon papers and defends pardoning Nixon to focus on war and economy. Nix on thanked him but offered no discussion of costs.
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Reds Ambush Kills 22 Thai Soldiers in Northern Clash
Communists ambushed a convoy in Nan province near Bangkok killing 22 Thai soldiers in the bloodiest engagement of the 12 year insurgency. The attack, on a truck and jeep, marks the heaviest toll in a single battle since 1964.
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Hart Dies at 64. Senate Conscience Endowed Civil Rights
Sen. Philip A. Hart of Michigan died at 64 after a battle with cancer. Known as the conscience of the Senate, he led fights for civil rights, consumer protections, and no fault auto insurance. Carter praised his integrity as tributes poured in from colleagues and friends.
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Firemen Relieved By Santa In Cedarburg
In Cedarburg Wisconsin Albert Rosen a Milwaukee resident worked the phone teletype and test sirens at the police fire and ambulance squads Saturday night His vigil allowed a Fromm to spend Christmas at home with her husband and three children He says his Christmas work bridges the gap between Christians and Jews The 58 year old has a history of holiday service including past jobs as a bartender and hospital aide He noted the safety of the community has been quiet and holiday relief prevailed
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Time Picks Plains Man Cover Boy Time Picks Plains Man
President elect Jimmy Carter named Man of the Year for 1976 by Time Magazine. The piece notes his rise to power and expects a meeting with Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev to discuss nuclear reductions. Carter says a meeting could occur before September to lay groundwork for major arms cuts.
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