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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1976
Page
1
Plains Georgia reports Billy Carter challenges Mayor AL Blanton in a tight municipal election. He stresses zoning to curb outside money and preserve Plains’ character while navigating fame after his brother Jimmy Carter’s ascent to the presidency.
In a 6 to 3 ruling the Supreme Court held that excluding even one prospective juror for general objections to capital punishment voids a death penalty. The decision invalidates Currew Davis's sentence and prompts reconsideration of George Street's case, both from Georgia. Justice Rehnquist dissented, arguing the ruling expands 1968 precedent.
Washington AP report says Transportation Secretary Coleman plans to rule against mandatory air bags in new cars. He likely will urge more testing and push states to require seat belt use, with five possible policy options under consideration. Over 30,000 deaths yearly in auto accidents.
Palestinian leader Yasir Arafat cast doubt on reports he would surrender Lebanon heavy weapons. After meeting with Tito in Belgrade, he affirmed commitment to the 1969 Cairo agreement guiding Palestinian presence in Lebanon.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission launches a holiday toy safety campaign as Americans plan to spend about $5 billion on toys and $20 million on Christmas lights. The agency warns hazards from squeamish toys, outlines labeling and age rules, and notes 150000 expected injuries this year.
KANSAS CITY AP Three men remained in custody over a weekend brawl that injured five officers. Police said the disturbance may have been staged to lure officers into a housing-project apartment. One officer had a deep scalp cut and bruises, ordered to rest days. Four others suffered various injuries but stayed on duty. The incident began with a domestic quarrel Saturday night. When two officers entered, the door was slammed and at least 12 men grabbed them. A radio call drew help from two more officers and later more units. Sgt Don Kassleman said they were outnumbered. At least 15 units arrived. some extended outside scuffles with over 100 people. Five were arrested, two later released on bond.
The FDA will require a new brochure supplied to pharmacists with every birth control pill prescription. The pamphlet details hazards and benefits, notes the pill’s high effectiveness, and warns against use by women over 40, during pregnancy, and near surgery. It also covers rare liver tumors and monitoring needs while contrasting pill risks with other contraception and pregnancy.
Senator Bob Dole urged Republicans to go into neighborhoods to understand why blacks and other groups don’t identify with the party. He suggested finding and backing good candidates and attracting black leaders, while acknowledging many club members might resist inner-city outreach. He warned the two-party system depends on widening appeal beyond a conservative core.
In Washington state prisons, Salvation Army Major Norma Nelson coordinates gifts for inmates to send to their children. Inmates choose items and write cards. staff wrap and mail them. Nelson says many children do not know their parent is incarcerated, often living in foster care.
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