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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1973
Page
5
Colder conditions with light rain or sleet this afternoon changing to freezing rain and possible snow tonight. Partly cloudy Tuesday with highs in the 30s and lows in the 20s. Kansas-like winds vary. precipitation chances 30 percent this afternoon and tonight. extended cold with subfreezing lows across north regions.
Asia braces for the Year of the Tiger with caution and optimism. The lunar new year begins January 23 in most countries, while Japan and Korea follow the Gregorian calendar. Tiger years are said to confer strong character yet signal potential upheavals amid economic and social tensions.
John Lennon, once against a Beatles reunion, tells The Los Angeles Times it may be possible he could join Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr for a single album. Lennon, 33, made the remark in a published interview.
Mayor W B Bert Hatten highlights 1973 advances in West Monroe including McMillan Mall phase one, two new motels, apartment complexes, and subdivisions. He notes Ward 5 tax gains, rising retail sales, and a broad municipal program with zoning, streets, recreation, and Drainage District improvements driving a promised 10 to 15 year rise as the city grows central to the region.
Heavy new snow triggered avalanches at Alta Ski Resort in Utah, burying 20 cars and killing Rex I. Potter, 30, a Salt Lake City ski instructor. A second slide narrowly missed other lodges, with 110 guests present. a handyman was seriously injured and two instructors escaped.
Downtown Fresno struggled nine years after the pedestrian mall opened as half of its 300 storefronts closed or relocated. Supporters note resilient mall sales and new suburban centers drawing middle-class shoppers, while officials plan housing to boost downtown commerce toward an estimated $75 million in annual sales.
A 455-foot Navy cargo ship was towed to Avila Bay after a collision with the Liberian tanker Pearl Venture 11 miles off Point San Martin in heavy fog. A 16,000 gallon fuel spill spread 13 miles, later breaking up. Coast Guard remained vigilant for residual slicks while cleanup crews prepared skim operations. The vessel will be towed to Navy yards in San Francisco for repairs at a later date.
Explorer's Base in Ocean Springs Mississippi traces the first permanent white settlement in the mid south. Established by France in 1699 the site served as the base for early exploration of the Louisiana Territory by French forces.
Birth day wishes go to Steve Branch of West Monroe who turned 21. Mrs. Tina Mautz leaves for La Habra after a Monroe visit. Belated wishes to Frances O Neal of Monroe Police Department. Monroe Transit System employees will be off Tuesday New Year s Day with buses idle. service resumes Wednesday.
Happy Birthday Chit Chat extends greetings to Darryl Murray aged 14. He lives at 216 Madison, Monroe with his parents Mr and Mrs A B Murray Jr. A family party will be held tonight.
A fragment reports an unpredictable slide event at a lodge or site noting that the slide appears to have found a new path. No further details are provided.
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