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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1976
Page
2
Miss Nichols accepted her trophy as preliminary winner in the swimsuit division and Miss Terrell was named preliminary talent winner. Miss Becky Gray Wilson, center, is reigning Miss Louisiana.
Debbie Nichols won preliminary swimsuit honors at the Miss Louisiana Pageant in Monroe, while Melva Jean Terrell took the preliminary talent award. The two winners received trophies and $100 scholarships as 32 contestants competed across two nights with semi finals set for Saturday. Debbie and Melva Jean look to the second night as production features and judges guide the event.
Baton Rouge supporters of right to work await the Senate Labor and Industrial Relations Committee action after a one week delay. Proponents say the delay is a tactic by the Louisiana AFL-CIO to block the measure on the Senate floor lacking votes.
The Navy grounded the F14 Tomcat after two deadly crashes near Miramar Naval Air Station California killing four crew. Flights suspended pending crash cause. 203 Tomcats idle at Miramar Virginia Beach and in the Mediterranean. grounding may last until repairs or modifications are determined.
At the Minnesota convention Ford supporters pressed a majority requirement for the remaining 18 national delegates while Reagan denounced the rule change. Carter extended his Democratic lead past 1,505 delegates as Ford momentum split the Republican ranks and key convention roles were named. Reagan aides warned of splits affecting state races.
A Washington figure named Henry M. Jackson, once a key competitor for the nomination, wondered aloud about the unexpected harmony and euphoria. The remarks reflect cautious optimism during ongoing federal work.
West Monroe Police seek 8109 from the Law Enforcement Assistance Administration matched by 891 local funds to hire corrections personnel for the new jail. The Monday 5 30 p m meeting in Monroe Government Center will also consider grants for education aging transportation and housing programs.
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