Jelinek family hosts calm reunion after hijack ordeal
The Jelinek family of Grand Island were among 12 passengers released from a Frontier Airlines jet hijacked in Grand Island. In Kansas City the families, including Donald and David Jelinek and their wives and children, waited as FBI and police officials coordinated. After hours of fear the call came at 8:55 p.m. CDT that the hostages were freed, prompting tears and prayers as they prepared to continue to Los Angeles for a hardware convention.
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Officials satisfied parents unaware of hijacking plans
Grand Island authorities announced that Thomas Hannan’s parents had no prior knowledge of his hijacking plan that ended in his death by action. Sheriff Headley and FBI agent Whitaker spoke at a Friday press conference saying initial doubts were reassured by further investigation and no charges against the couple are expected.
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Hijack ends in suicide after 737 jet drama
Thomas Hannan hijacked a Frontier Airlines 737 from Grand Island to Atlanta with about 30 hostages to demand a jail release for George Stewart and a $3 million ransom. After negotiations and delays in Kansas City and Atlanta, Hannan shot himself, leaving investigators to credit calm talks and police actions for the peaceful close to a daylong incident.
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Meat exports may exceed imports for first time in US data
Agriculture Dept estimates show meat and livestock product exports around 2.2 billion dollars in 1976 77, vs roughly 2.0 billion dollars in imports. The shift marks a rare trade surplus in animal products and highlights foreign sales' role for US producers amid rising world supply.
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Inflation Eases as Consumer Prices Rise 0.3 Percent
UPI reports the Labor Department says the consumer price index advanced 0.3 percent in September, matching August and signaling slower inflation than earlier in the year. Food costs rose 0.1 percent, with declines noted in pork poultry fresh fruits eggs and dairy. Real weekly earnings slipped 0.4 percent from August.
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Classified Ad Line for Nebraska Reach
Toll free number 800 742 7385 invites Nebraska residents to place classified advertising with the Journal Star from any location in the state. The notice promotes easy access for readers seeking ad services.
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U S recalls ambassador Bowdler over South Africa tensions
The State Department confirms Ambassador William Bowdler will be recalled from South Africa for consultations after Pretoria’s crackdown on dissent and 18 black organizations. The move follows criticism from the Congressional Black Caucus and amid South Africa's dismissal of U S policy reviews.
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Inside Mary Riblett Thimble Collection Feature
A feature showcases Mary Riblett’s transforming ordinary thimbles into an extraordinary collection. Cracker Jack praise appears on pages 11 to 13, with lifestyle notes and cultural insights throughout.
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