Condemned men’s list grows across states
United Press International reports the number of condemned criminals awaiting execution rises since the 1972 Supreme Court ruling. By year’s end at least 156 inmates sit on death rows in 17 states with NC leading at 90, while Florida has 30 and California 4. The court’s decision pending tests on new state laws.
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Day in Sacramento summary of state legislative actions
Governor Ford pledges support in inflation fight and spending cuts. Senate advances paternity adoption rules. Transit district bills move. Marin spoils dredging no obligation. Veto sustained housing loan corporation and bonds for low income home loans. Smog program repeal and gas saving delays. Oakland Airport runway closure noted. Teacher bargaining and police hiring standards discussed. Elder housing bond and presidential primary abolition referenced.
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Eight Soviet women climbers die on Lenin Peak in blizzard
American climber Christopher Wren reports the Soviet women reached Lenin Peak on August 5 before a blizzard struck on the 6th. Five bodies were found by a joint team of Americans and Japanese near the summit while another could not be recovered.
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Gamblers Lose Big in Nevada Casinos
Nevada casinos paid $74.4 million in taxes on gross revenue after gamblers lost $936.3 million in the last fiscal year. The Gaming Control Board attributed the drop in gambling to higher gasoline prices, stock market declines, and inflation.
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Maddox labeled man to beat in Georgia governor primary
Lt. Gov. Lester G. Maddox is regarded by 11 opponents as the man to beat in Georgia's governor primary. Dems project he may reach 40 to 45 percent, potentially unstoppable in the runoff and general election.
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Antismog Rule for 1966-70 Cars Repealed in Senate Panel
A controversial antismog requirement for 1966 to 1970 cars was repealed by a Senate Transportation Committee 5 to 4 vote. SB2471 would face Finance study and possible Assembly opposition as nox device installations loom for about 3.8 million car owners with deadlines near Sept. 30.
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Drought Ravages Agriculture Amid Rain Hope Lifts
The drought in the midlands has caused extensive crop and livestock damage with losses over 10 million dollars. Agriculture officials report corn production down 12 percent from last year and near one billion bushels below targets, signaling higher food prices and economic strain.
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