GOP convention opens amid deep split in Kansas City
At the 31st Republican National Convention in Kansas City Ford and Reagan seek uncommitted delegates in a fractured party. The AP tally shows Ford 1117, Reagan 1036, with 105 uncommitted and one for James Buckley. Mississippi remains uncommitted as balloting begins.
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Reagan forces gear up for clash over VP choice at convention
Reagan strategists plan a convention floor showdown to force Ford to name a running mate in advance. The rules committee rejected the bid to require early disclosure. Reagan will press the issue Tuesday as Ford aides hint disclosure if convention agrees.
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Republican National Convention Session Schedule
Kansas City program lists CDT times for opening call by Estelle Stacy Carrier, recess, and evening sessions. Welcomes by Gov Bond, speeches by Gov James Edwards, VP Rockefeller, Sen Barry Goldwater, RNC Chair Mary Louise Smith, Sen Robert Dole, and keynote by Sen Howard Baker. Adjournment.
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Mystery illness dampens Philadelphia tourism after Legion event
Tourists cancel plans as a mysterious pneumonia like illness hits Philadelphia area hotels. Hotels report missed conventions and lost room nights blamed on fear and uncertainty. Officials note several attendees aged, a priest and a musician connected to events have contracted the illness. Scientists rule out viruses bacteria fungus and exotic diseases, considering a toxin as a possible cause.
Week Ahead Forecast Clears After Wet Weekend
After 1.55 inches of weekend rainfall, the outlook shows no rain this week with near zero chances tonight and Tuesday. Skies stay clear tonight with a low around 50 to 55, and Tuesday climbs to the upper 60s. Yesterday reached 70 with a 51 overnight low. Extended outlook calls for fair conditions through Friday with highs in the 70s and low 80s and overnight lows in the 50s to low 60s.
Rhodes ends push for Connally as VP candidate
Ohio Gov. James A. Rhodes says he no longer promotes John Connally for the Republican vice presidential nomination due to questions about the candidacy. Rhodes notes Connally remains a strong campaigner but has been hurt by the ongoing discussion and a presumed plot by unknown persons.
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Soufriere Volcano Eruption Expected After Widespread Evacuations
French scientists warn Soufriere on Guadeloupe could erupt within hours to days after 72 000 residents were evacuated from the danger zone. Charles Brousse of the University of Paris said the warning of a blowoff was issued to ensure no loss of life as residents fled toward Pointe a Pitre and surrounding areas. Gas, ash, and steam were observed with five vent points visible from the air as evacuation expanded.
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