Four Die In Fiery Explosion At Novoply Plant
A nighttime blast at the Novoply particle board factory in Anderson California killed four workers and wounded nine others. The fire department estimated damages at nine million dollars as debris from the roof and walls was hurled across the site. Three of the critically injured were flown to a burn unit in San Francisco while others were treated locally.
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Champion International
Joseph W. Kahn
San Francisco
Gary Carey
Ford Signs Equal Credit Opportunity Act
President Ford signed a law extending the Equal Credit Opportunity Act to ban discrimination by race religion national origin or age. Advocates say enforcement remains weak while feminist and consumer groups push for tighter provisions and closing loopholes used by creditors.
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Equal Credit Opportunity Act
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Senate approves $6.2 billion foreign aid bill with Middle East warning
The Senate passed a $6.2 billion foreign aid bill for 1976 by 52 to 31, warning that Middle East aid could total over $17.5 billion in five years. The measure adds funds for population programs and refugees, restores $65 million, and ties to a House-Senate conference.
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Henry A. Kissinger
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Carter Landslide Wins Nomination as Wallace Loses Ground
Carter clinched the Democratic nomination in a landslide, defeating Wallace who failed to secure reformist support after a bitter NC contest. Wallace, seeking an independent bid in 1968 and a Democratic bid in 1972, hinted at continuing after the Wisconsin primary, while Reagan planned a national address as campaign aides suggested a strategic shift in North Carolina.
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Ala
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President Proposes Bug Bill Amid Wiretap Debate
Ford unveils a plan requiring a federal judge warrant for domestic counterspy wiretaps tied to foreign intelligence, aiming to close loopholes while sparking concerns over presidential power. Levi says domestic targets must involve espionage or terrorism, with overseas taps unaffected.
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Dollar Down Dollar Per Mile Fare For Taxicab Ride In LA Proposed
Los Angeles considers a 13.6 percent fare rise for Yellow Cab Co. to ease financial strain. If approved, meter drops rise 10 cents and each mile costs 10 cents more, increasing from 90 cents for flag drop and 90 cents per mile. Council vote 12 to 1 with dissent by Joel Wachs.
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Hospital Helper Free Hostages In Missouri Incident
A hospital technician, Mrs. Carol Helen Brooks, held seven people hostage for three hours in a therapy room at Charles E. Still Hospital in Jefferson City. Armed with a .38 pistol and 50 rounds, she released hostages one by one after talks with a psychiatrist and sister, while police and mental health officials sought surrender.
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UPI
Carol Helen Brooks
Charles E. Still Hospital
Jim Cox
Millard Fillmore Bicentennial Bathtub Plug Creator
Athens based University of Georgia student Doug Vinson markets a $2.50 ornamental bathtub plug promoting Millard Fillmore. The product, with a two inch chain, fails to hold water yet has sold over 100 of 300 units. Vinson views it as a campus novelty tied to a legend about Fillmore's wife and the first White House bathtub in 1850.
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UPI
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University of Georgia
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Las Vegas appoints Adams as city manager successor
Adams will take over Monday as Las Vegas city manager replacing Trelease who resigns after decades in city service. Trelease’s departure follows a period of secrecy and consolidation talks. Adams was previously Burns and McDonnell engineer and Mercury project supervisor. Adams, a Kansas graduate, has a wife Nancy and two children, Ross and Alice.
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Carson City
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Clark County
Myron Leavitt
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Supreme Court urged to back abortion rights in state laws
UPI The Supreme Court heard arguments challenging Missouri and Massachusetts abortion laws. Pro abortion groups seek access for unwed minors and married women consistent with 1973 rulings. Missouri defends consent requirements and viability standard. Arguments stressed privacy rights and potential health welfare considerations.
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