California lawmakers push expanded gambling amid threats
In Sacramento the move to legalize more gambling proceeds as Assembly Speaker Moretti cites threats from bookies against a fellow legislator. Leon Ralph introduces a statewide lottery bill with funds for education, and hearings are planned to refine offtrack betting and dog racing measures while Reagan opposes expanded gambling.
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Rash of drugs hits Lompoc Valley teens in spate of arrests
Lompoc Valley officials warn of a surge in dangerous drugs after a pursuit by the California Highway Patrol led to four teenage arrests in Mission Hills. Two 14-year-old girls among those detained, three reported high on pills, with about 20 youths treated in two weeks. Authorities urge parents to seek medical help and notify police, while officials study extent of the near-epidemic.
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American Table Tennis Team Shops in Shanghai
The 15 member visiting American table tennis team shopped in Shanghai spending their own money despite a gracious offer of funds from hosts. They bought heavily at a tourist department store, needing extra luggage, before heading to Canton and then to Hong Kong. The women's exhibition tennis table matches went two for the Americans and the men lost three of five. veterans matches saw China take two of three.
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Middle East leaders form federation plan in Benghazi
Egyptian President Anwar Sadat Syria's Hafez Assad and Libya's Col. Muammar Khadafy met in Benghazi to coordinate policy toward Israel and discuss a federation with Sudan possibly joining later. Numeiry faced domestic opposition from joining.
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U.S. B52s reported to wipe out Vietnamese battalions near Fire Base 6
Maj. Gen. Ngo Dzu said captured soldiers claim three North Vietnamese battalions totaling 1500 to 1800 men were nearly wiped out by B52 strikes around Fire Base 6 in the Central Highlands. U.S. officers and Saigon officials indicated the reports appeared true while cautioning about remaining enemy strength and potential resupply.
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California Supreme Court narrows Lettuce Boycott Ruling
The California Supreme Court ruled that Cesar Chavez and the United Farm Workers may boycott Bud Antle lettuce as long as peaceful and truthful. The court struck down part of a prior injunction but allowed limits on false statements and coercive tactics. The decision emphasized First Amendment protections and distinguished targeted boycotts from broader ones involving all stores.
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West Texas Rain Ends Seven Month Drought
Up to five inches of rain drenched West Texas, easing a drought rivaling the dust bowl. Six people died in concurrent crashes, and flash flood warnings were issued as San Angelo and surrounding counties received heavy storms. Officials warned a follow up is needed to sustain gains.
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