17 Nov 1976
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1976
Page
1
For the third time in as many years the University of Southwestern Louisiana's athletic program faces an official inquiry. The report notes repeated scrutiny of program practices and governance as authorities review compliance and safety standards.
Partly cloudy today through Thursday. Highs today in the mid 50s, lows tonight in the low 40s. Warmer Thursday with highs in the mid 60s. Northwest winds 1 to 15 mph decreasing tonight. More weather information on page Sa.
Happy birthday greetings go to John Breazeal of 1907 Jackson Street Monroe. The note says his birthday is today but the celebration occurred on Saturday as noted in the Chit Chat page.
King sized inner spring mattress and box springs in good condition. Includes bed frame. Priced at 140 dollars.
Monroe will get a 79022 check under the Public Works Employment Act to rehire furloughed firemen first and then police if funds remain. The city sought five quarterly payments to cover staffing, with Mayor Jack Howard noting the urgency to avoid dismissals amid financial strain. A civil service hearing may be postponed if funds arrive, while a separate lawsuit against the city proceeds.
Monroe Finance Commissioner Harlan Prestridge announced the merging of the sewer and water departments to cut duplication and costs. He cited potential yearly savings of 25 000 to 30 050 dollars and added a common after hours contact 325 0674. He also signaled further cost cuts in recreation services and potential fees for recreation centers and tennis courts.
River conditions rise at Monroe as flood stage is reported near Zion. Changes in water levels prompt monitoring and potential station impact.
Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev flew to Belgrade after talks with President Tito. They signed a joint communique confirming Yugoslav independence and Brezhnev pledged to respect it. Tito and Brezhnev embraced before Brezhnev departed for Moscow.
King Hussein’s troops stormed the Amman Intercontinental Hotel ending a four hour siege by gunmen. Three terrorists, two hotel workers and two soldiers were killed. four others were wounded including an American of Jordanian extraction. The attackers, calling themselves Black June, had protested Syria’s Lebanon invasion.
An Agriculture Department economist projects retail beef prices to average about 1.49 per pound in 1977, up from 1.39 last year, as cattlemen reduce herds amid losses. Pork prices may ease about five cents, with overall food prices seen rising 3 to 4 percent.
Government data show October personal income rose to 1,401.9 billion at a 9.2 percent annual rate, led by civilian and military pay raises and veterans benefits. Per capita income climbed to 6,502 dollars, while consumer spending and inflation details remained mixed with ongoing weak manufacturing.
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