National Women's Conference Opens in Houston
About 2,000 delegates elected nationwide join as many as 18,000 observers at a four day event sponsored by the IWY Commission with $5 million in government support. The conference features diverse delegates amid strong opposition from anti ERA groups. first ladies Rosalyn Carter and Betty Ford head ERA fundraiser activities.
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RAF troops deployed as UK fire strike escalates
Britain mobilizes 66 RAF firefighting teams to aid 33,000 striking firemen amid shortages and sabotaged equipment. Soldiers suffer smoke exposure as unions push for a 10 percent pay rise to match inflation while government limits raises to 10 percent.
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Navy Seaman Jeffery S. Ellis completes recruit training
Navy Seaman Jeffery S. Ellis, son of Mr and Mrs Larry Ellis of Monroe, has completed recruit training at the Navy Training Center in Orlando. He is a 1977 Lemon Monroe High School graduate. Army Specialist Ella J Gardner, daughter of Mrs Luella W Gardner of Monroe, serves as cook in the 524th Personal Service Company, which won the Best Dining Facility of the Quarter Award at Fort Benning Georgia.
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Rights conference plans quiet security measures
Women’s rights advocates note no clashes are expected as both sides avoid confrontation. Ms. Abzug says the gathering outfits ordinary security precautions costing about $40,000 to ensure safety during the event.
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