23 Aug 1977
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1977
Page
1
Weather forecast notes considerable cloudiness with afternoon and evening thundershowers likely through tonight. Highs in the upper 80s, lows in the low 70s, with 60 percent rain today, 40 percent tonight, and 50 percent Wednesday. Also three plaintiffs in suits over Monroe power plant transfer accuse the mayor of constitutional rights infringement.
In Louisiana, the New Orleans teachers dispute appears settled, but Jefferson Parish teachers may still walk out. The page 3A note signals unresolved tensions and possible labor action.
Report of a bus hijacking in Mexico by leftist terrorists ends in the deaths of 10 people after troops storm the vehicle. The incident is described on Page 2A with details of the siege and casualties.
Lighthearted tip advises savoring compliments like perfume, appreciating their aroma without taking them in too deeply. The playful note suggests enjoyment while avoiding overindulgence.
SOLD 750 Honda excellent condition like new T7 HONDA CR 250 Elsinor. Excellent condition with 3 rail trailer with Storage boxes. Call to inquire about the sale and delivery options.
A $6 million counter suit in state court accuses Fred E. Young of malice delaying Monroe power plant transfer to Louisiana Power and Light Co. Petitions seek to enjoin bankruptcy and add Monroe electric users as plaintiffs. The suit claims delays threaten 60,000 customers with a 40 percent utility bill rise as small businesses suffer.
A Texas man Manuel Rodriguez 24 of El Camp Tex was shot in a struggle with a Louisiana state policeman during a traffic accident investigation on La 15 south of Monroe He was taken to St Francis Medical Center in stable condition and the shooting occurred after deputies pursued the scene with backup from state police.
Maryland Governor Marvin Mandel was found guilty on federal charges of political corruption. A 12 day trial yielded convictions for Mandel and five co defendants on mail fraud and racketeering tied to gifts and influence over race track legislation. Mandel faces up to 105 years and must relinquish powers at sentencing. co defendants also convicted.
Anita Bower of West Monroe is celebrating her birthday today. Mrs Bower told friends she is marking the occasion.
Secretary of State Cyrus Vance issued a broad outline of U.S. foreign policy to Chinese hosts in Peking while a spokesman said normalization of relations remains a distant issue. Vance held a second two hour session with Foreign Minister Huang Hua after a lengthy first meeting, with Hodding Carter calling the talks useful and businesslike.
Memphis Tennessee United Press International reports Judge Horace Pierotti ordered 18 year old Treatise Wheeler held without bond while psychiatric tests are conducted. Wheeler faces second degree murder and drunken driving charges for the August 18 crash at Graceland that killed 19 year old Alice Hovartar and 19 year old Juanita Johnson and critically injuring 17 year old Tammy Bauer who remained hospitalized.
A Monroe survey of Utilities Commission customers shows broad dissatisfaction with city officials and the pace of solutions amid lawsuits delaying a franchise with Louisiana Power & Light Co. Residents report higher bills, cutbacks, and financial strain while critics question motives behind legal actions.
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