Supreme Court voids gag order on boy murder case reporting
The Supreme Court temporarily voided an Oklahoma judge's gag order barring media from naming or photographing an 11 year old convicted of murder. Justices noted pre trial reporting restraints are rarely justified and echoed a Nebraska case stance. Thanksgiving described as a religious day focused on thanks, family, and traditional foods.
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OPEC Heads Undecided On Oil Price Increases
Ten Arab oil ministers meeting in Kuwait weigh possible price hikes before the December 15 OPEC session. Iraq seeks a 25 percent rise from a base of 11.51 per barrel, while Saudi Arabia leans toward about eight percent. Qatar favors 10 to 15 percent and Iran is absent.
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Bush resigns as CIA director effective inauguration day
Washington AP George Bush announces resignation as director of the Central Intelligence Agency effective January 20 1977. He pledges full assistance to President elect Carter during the transition and informs Ford and Carter of his decision. Bush briefed Carter on CIA methods and plans to maintain confidentiality while focusing on the future.
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Inheritance Factor Good to Watch for Profits
Highlights note investing angle from the stock market piece on page 12B. Other items include a 24 hour strike promise by Mexican merchants and industrialists, and U S officials questioning Israel reports on Syrian troop movements on page 2 A. Rhodesian government to build three airports for large jet cargo planes. There is ongoing search for the robber of the Grayson branch bank in Caldwell Parish on page 3 A.
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Israel
Grayson
Citizens Progressive Bank
Caldwell Parish
Weather summary for Monroe and parish forecast
Partly cloudy today through Thursday with a little warmer temperatures. Highs today in the mid 60s and tonight's lows in the mid 40s. Thursday highs in the low 70s with variable mostly southerly winds near 10 mph. More weather information on page 5a.
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Monroe teen joins Marines after Carroll High School graduation
Perry L. Pruitt, 19, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Pruitt of Monroe, has enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps for three years. He is a 1976 Carroll High School graduate.
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James Pruitt
S. 22Nd St
Monroe
U.S. Marine Corps
Carroll High School
Agencies Plan Holiday Closures Across Parish and City
Louisiana state government and Ouachita Parish offices will close Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving with essential services remaining. Monroe City Hall and federal offices also close. U S Postal Service will follow a holiday schedule. Northeast Louisiana University dismisses at noon and resumes Monday. Monroe and Ouachita schools are on break. local transit suspends Thursday and resumes Friday.
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Longest Worm Reaches Unbelievable Length
A giant ribbon worm species Lineus longissimus was found in Scotland and measured over 180 feet in length, surpassing known records for the creature.
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Earthquake strikes near Turkish Soviet border
A severe earthquake hit an area near the Turkish Soviet border causing loss of life, according to Turkish government officials.
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Ankara
Turkey
Agnew Questions Sale Recommendation On Monroe Power
Former Monroe Utilities Commission chairman David L. Agnew questions the Citizens Energy Committee’s study before its sale recommendation. He argues for more information while Mayor Howard defends the process and cites high local rates as a concern for residents and businesses.
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Jack) Howard
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