Divorce Comes To Italy Tames Vatican Clash At Last
In Rome the Chamber of Deputies approved a landmark divorce bill after five years of debate, with the Vatican opposing and a referendum possible. The law allows divorce after five years of legal separation, amid court backlogs and rising attorney fees. The measure, pushed by Socialists and Communists, faces further Senate action and a national referendum may take months. The same session approved Colombo's austerity program, raising taxes on luxury goods and other items to bolster social security.
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Grain Inspectors End Walkout in Missouri Wage Fight
Missouri grain inspectors return to work after a four day strike over pay. Assistant agriculture commissioner John Heifner said the group would seek another legislative wage appropriation. Six inspectors and a trainee walked out seeking pay parity with Kansas. They earned 650 dollars monthly versus 704 to 856 in Kansas. Embargo on grain shipments to Kansas City yards was lifted.
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Archer Convicted Of Airplane Kidnap
Federal court jury convicts Ronald Archer of kidnapping a Hardy Arkansas minister and a West Plains Missouri pilot during a flight to Des Moines Iowa. Archer, from Medora Kansas, linked to James Byrnes, on FBI most wanted list since January 6, 1969, escaped Stafford County jail with Byrnes on September 26, 1969.
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Sewage Water Into Irrigation Milestone Reached in Santee
In Santee California reclaimed sewage water will be sent to commercial customers for irrigation for the first time. A Santee County Water District spokesman called the move a technical and economical milestone and said the water quality surpasses local well water.
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Probe Ordered Of Sea Incident
President Nixon ordered a full immediate investigation into the denial of political sanctuary to a Lithuanian sailor who jumped from a Soviet fishing boat to a U S Coast Guard cutter. A preliminary report said the situation was poorly handled and involved error in judgment as stated by White House secretary Ronald L Ziegler.
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Theme Chosen for National Music Week Observance
The 48th annual National Music Week will be held May 29, 1971, with the theme Joy of Service Through Music. Sponsored by the National Federation of Music Clubs, the event invites clubs and communities to celebrate music’s role in service.
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Tate Trial Stalled By Missing Defense Attorney
In Los Angeles the Sharon Tate murder trial stalls as defense lawyer Ronald Hughes fails to appear. Hughes, 35, is Leslie Van Houten's attorney and warned he might miss three days due to a mudslide impact.
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Sharon Tate
Ronald Hughes
Leslie van Houteng
FASTEETH Adhesive Powder Promises Secure Dentures
A fragmented ad style notice touts FASTEETH Denture Adhesive Powder for secure, comfortable dentures. It claims easy eating, nonacid formula, and a pleasant taste, urging regular dental visits and to buy at drug counters.
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Seth
Drus
Missouri Ranks 13th in Final 1970 Census Figures
Washington dispatch lists official 1970 census data by state showing rankings and populations with and without overseas counts. Missouri is 13th by total 1970 population, with figures for 1960 rankings and changes, alongside numerous state entries from Alabama to Wisconsin.
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California woman restores dolls for Korean orphans
Hayward AP reports Mia Fairbanks and friend Mrs. Fred Bates haunt thrift shops at dawn to rescue damaged dolls. They repair wash and seam, sending about 90 dolls this year to Holt Orphanage in Korea, continuing a years long charity effort.
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Holt
Korea
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