Rockefeller Steps Aside In Surprise Political Move
Vice President Nelson Rockefeller announced he does not want to be President Ford's running mate in 1976, stepping aside without explanation. The move opens a scramble for the Republican nomination process and unsettles plans for Ronald Reagan's White House bid. Ford aides and a Rockefeller spokesman signaled the decision was coordinated with the White House, leaving unresolved questions about future political plans.
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Ford fronts shakeup as Schlesinger Colby ouster roils policy
President Ford plans to name Donald Rumsfeld as defense secretary and George Bush as CIA head amid a White House shakeup. Kissinger may relinquish NSC chair to Scowcroft. Senate leaders say Ford acted on his own. The changes follow disputes with Schlesinger and Colby over detente and policy.
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Reagan Tops at Art Simmons Heart of America Sale
Ronald Reagan the chestnut stallion by Stonewall's Beau Peavine led a strong showing at Art Simmons Heart of America Sale held at the Illinois State Fairgrounds Springfield. The sale totals were about 450000 with Reagan selling for 41000 and other horses like Eyre Ladd and Night Streaker drawing solid bids. The event highlighted aging broodmares and promising young colts as high prices went to horses with proven championships.
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Archie Dickey
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Deep Springs Farm
Lexington
New $2 Bill Issued On April 13 1976 Jefferson Will Be Featured
The government announces a new two dollar bill to be issued April 13 1976 the birthday of Thomas Jefferson. The bill will bear Jeffersons portrait and a back design of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Officials expect wide usage to save printing costs and reduce cash carried.
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Canada
Vandalia Woman Dies After Crash
A Vandalia woman, Dorothy Nelson, 39, died from injuries after a Sunday Route D motorcycle crash 15 miles south of St. Charles. Rider Robert Jay Askey, 37, remained critically injured with multiple injuries and an amputated leg. The motorcycle was struck head on by Larry Pyatt, 34, of St. Louis, who was uninjured, after an unknown eastbound vehicle crossed into the westbound lane.
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Audrey) Jones
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