Ford vows to continue public appearances after California shooting
President Ford said he will not curb public appearances and travel after a pistol shot missed him in San Francisco. The Secret Service confirmed they questioned Sara Jane Moore, a 45 year old woman, as a potential threat days earlier, and Congress urged tighter security and fewer handshakes. Ford praised agents and insisted Americans have a right to see their president.
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Candidates Seek Immediate Secret Service Protection
Washington AP Congress leaders consider asking the Treasury Department to grant immediate Secret Service protection to all presidential candidates after President Ford survived a Monday assassination attempt in San Francisco. The 1968 law allows a five member board of party leaders to designate protection starting by January 1.
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Eloise Attacks Florida Panhandle With 130 MPH Winds
Hurricane Eloise slammed ashore between Fort Walton Beach and Panama City with winds up to 130 mph and heavy rains then moved inland spawning tornadoes and threats of flooding. By 9 a.m. CDT winds fell to 100 mph as the storm crossed land. Panama City suffered a fire from a suspected gas line leak.
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One-Time FBI Source Tied to Ford Attack
A 45-year-old California mother Sara Jane Moore faced a hearing on mental competency after firing a .38 revolver at President Ford outside the St Francis Hotel. A Marine veteran deflected the shot, and none of the President’s entourage were hurt. Moore, once an FBI informer, was held on 500000 bond on a federal charge of attempting to assassinate the President amid questions about her motives and a prior handgun possession incident. Oliver Sipple deflected the gun, causing a ricochet that wounded another spectator, John Ludwig, who was treated and released.
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Professor calls for stricter gun controls after Ford attempt
Kansas University law professor Francis Heller, who advised Harry Truman on memoirs, argues the nation lacks stringent gun laws. He cites the San Francisco Ford shooting as proof guns are too accessible and says registration would not infringe constitutional rights.
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Fire damages art and sign shop in Vermont district
An overheated spotlight ignited boards at the Art and Sign Shop at 619 Vt. caused a $23,000 fire late Monday. The blaze burned about 30 minutes before firefighters controlled it. Contents damage estimated at $8,000 with building loss around $15,000, possible roof replacement. Five trucks, 35 firefighters on scene overnight. investigation pending by city inspectors.
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Summer leaves with cool breeze and calm departure
The article notes summer ending quietly today at 10 55 a m with no fanfare. Temperatures shifted from a high of 71 to a low of 48 overnight amid crisp conditions. The National Weather Service forecasts more cool weather and clear skies with 70s and low 40s into the weekend.
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See Us for Motorcycle Insurance Ad
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