Five Crashes Kill Ten in Southern California
Ten people died in four small plane crashes across Southern California amid dense overcast conditions. A Cessna 172 struck a Palmdale home, killing four aboard, while another crash near Beaumont killed a California family of five. A third craft plunged off a freeway, killing three adults a child and an infant. A fourth craft burned after a rough touchdown, with all aboard deceased. FAA noted the low ceiling as the cause and weather hindering visibility.
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Carole Bettelyoun
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Aqua Dulce
Sharon Dyer
Lompoc Record Details Staff and Circulation Policy
The notice lists the Lompoc Record staff positions and offices at 126 North I St Lompoc California 93436 with names for president editor and other key roles. It also states affiliations with press associations and the subscription rate of 2.25 per month. The paper is published daily except Sundays and Christmas Day under Superior Court Decree 47065.
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Welfare double check finds 41 percent apparent fraud
Reagan administration officials report a statewide earnings clearance system shows 41 percent of AFDC cases among the top wage earners had excessive grants averaging $490, totaling $1.8 million in overpayments. The system crosschecks recipient earnings with unemployment records, prompting action by counties and possible civil or criminal steps.
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Peace talks described as very significant in Vietnam
Defense Secretary Melvin R. Laird says current Vietnam peace talks are very serious and significant while US aim remains to prevent a Communist takeover of South Vietnam. He notes either peace or Vietnamization tracks could avert a takeover if talks fail. Kissinger resumes secret Paris talks today with North Vietnamese negotiators.
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Longshoremen reach agreement with Seatrain Lines in Hawaii
Striking longshoremen said they reached a contract with Seatrain Lines ending dock pickets at its Honolulu wharfs while other docks remain blocked. ILWU officials expect a vote today on the deal covering major demands though mediators saw little progress on wages retroactivity or fringe benefits. The strike triggered store shortages of rice and toilet paper as residents rushed to stock up amid concerns over prices.
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Six killed in Virginia flood nuevos
Central Virginia faced a major flood that killed at least six people and sent the Meherrin and Appomattox rivers surging through Petersburg and Emporia. Emporia Mayor George Lee, swept away while searching for reportedly pulled children, is presumed drowned. Authorities warn floods will continue for days.
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Mink cruises Hawaii Democratic primary for fifth House term
Rep Patsy Mink won Hawaii's Democratic primary defeating John W. Goemans 60 514 to 13 891 in the First District and will face Republican Diana Hansen who ran unopposed for the nomination. Hansen vows a issues based campaign while Mink leverages experience and labor support amid charges of a sympathy backlash from Goemans.
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Schmitz and Wallace Compared as Campaigns Start in Michigan
Detroit. John G. Schmitz opens his American Party presidential bid in Michigan, seeking to mirror George Wallace's populist appeal. The California congressman emphasizes nuanced rhetoric and policy references while Wallace's style was blunt blue collar revival talk.
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Dearborn
Arthur Bremmer
Bremmer
Train Disaster in Saltillo Kills Over Two Hundred
The Saltillo disaster leaves 208 dead and 1,198 injured as a 22-car train carrying about 2,000 pilgrims derails at 75 mph. Seven railroad workers face homicide charges amid claims of drinking and mechanical failure. Conductor Jesus Rocha Serna, with 30 years on the rails, recalls the panic and prayers as families sheltered their children.
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Rosario Badillo
Jesus Rocha Serna
Jesse James style bus robbery prompts Everett warrant
A warrant was issued for Bobby Scarface Smith in connection with a Jesse James style Greyhound bus robbery near Everett Washington. About $2500 was stolen as two masked men halted the bus while five youths later jailed for related credit card theft were arrested in a Penney’s case.
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