Matlovich vows gays will serve as court appeal looms
Leonard Matlovich, a 35 year old former Air Force sergeant and central figure in challenging the ban on homosexuals, says gay men and women will continue to serve. His discharge in 1975 followed his disclosure of being homosexual. A DC Court of Appeals decision on his appeal is expected soon, with the losing side likely to seek Supreme Court review.
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Muhammad Ali Crisp Crunch bar unveiled in Lititz
In Wilbur Chocolate Co Lititz Pa a news conference unveiled the Muhammad Ali Crisp Crunch bar a 2 ounce peanut and crisped rice confection. It will hit major markets September 1 priced at 59 cents and bears the boxing legend s signature.
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First heart transplant patient becomes father in history
Transplant patient Robert Dodge, 20, who had two heart transplants in 1976 at Stanford Medical Center, reportedly fathered an 8 pound 13 ounce girl, Dorothy Sutton, at Valley Presbyterian Hospital. His wife Susan, 23, and daughter Sandra were reported in good condition after the birth, making Dodge one of the youngest transplant recipients and possibly the first known birth to a heart transplant patient.
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Young comments on King murder inquiry in Stowe
U N ambassador Andrew Young, who stood beside Dr King when he was slain in 1968, questions whether the killer will ever be found. He hopes the House committee inquiry will help Americans understand the racism of the late 1960s and the sickness that existed at that time.
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Poverty rate and income gaps among Spanish-origin families
The Census Bureau reports 21 percent of Spanish-origin families lived in poverty last year, versus about 9 percent of non Spanish-origin families. Only 9.7 percent of Spanish-origin families earned $25,000 or more, against 23 percent of others. The median age of 12 million people of Spanish origin was 22.1, younger than 30 for the rest of the population.
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Snake fatalizes nightclub act in La Tuque tragedy
In La Tuque Quebec AP reports 25 year old club performer Jean Guy Leclair performing as Grand Melvin died after a 70 foot boa constrictor wrapped around his neck during an act before 150 spectators. Club manager Gaetan Grenon aided by four police officers severed the snake’s head to stop the attack.
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Archie Moore Hurt in Nigerian Crash Recovery Plan
Former light heavyweight champion Archie Moore is to be released Friday from a Nigerian hospital where he recovers from back injuries after a traffic accident in Ibaden. Spokesman Tom Reston said Moore suffered serious back injuries but did not break or sever his spine. He is to leave Nigeria next Sunday for Nova Scotia for Orthopedic care.
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Baker hints at 1980 bid amid Senate focus
Senate Minority Leader Howard Baker says he will consider a presidential race only after his Senate re election campaign ends this November. He notes Kennedy could be tempted by polls and agrees Reagan leads the 1980 field, while criticizing energy policy ties and a breeder reactor deal affecting Tennessee.
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Memphis safety forces return to work after week-long strike
Memphis police and firefighters resume normal operations as 1,500 National Guardsmen head home. Capt. Paul Acerra reports typical Saturday arrests and smooth patrols while Lt. R E Daugherty notes ordinary fire calls. Mayor Chandler challenges union contracts amid closed-door talks.
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Carters head west for Salmon River raft trip
President Carter Rosalynn and three of four children depart Plains Georgia for a Idaho Salmon River raft expedition after a hometown weekend. They will fly to Boise then by helicopter to Robins Air Force Base before meeting sons Chip and Jack for the trip. Carter reads on the park system and plans a three day raft trek and a Grand Teton visit.
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Guides plan carefully for presidential trip
BOISE Idaho AP One thing you can count on we are not going to drown the president says Bill Guth one of the veteran river runners who will guide President Carter and his family on a three day float through central Idaho wilderness The Guths and the Secret Service say they are not taking chances with preparations underway for the trip beginning Tuesday Three 20 foot rubber rafts plus a large supply raft will carry the seven member Carter party reporters and government agents The party will use non motorized gear and permanent communications will be set up along river banks to keep Carter in touch with the world
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