24 Nov 1977
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1977
Page
1
Thursday’s digest notes patches of dense fog easing to partly cloudy, with near 70 degree highs this week end. Local festivities begin at the Monroe government complex with Santa in attendance, marking the Christmas season start.
A reader notes that zero-based budgeting is not new and describes using such a budget at home at the end of each month, highlighting its commonality and practicality.
Local leaders across the region mark Thanksgiving with family meals and football. West Monroe Mayor Bert Hatten, Monroe Mayor Jack Howard, Northeast Louisiana University President Dwight D. Vines, and others emphasize gratitude for family health and American freedoms while plans include TV parades, dinners, and holiday gatherings.
A resident wild turkey relaxes in a pond at Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo during a cool fall day. The bird is not a target for Thanksgiving dinners, according to zoo staff.
Agriculture Secretary Bob Bergland says he supports a farmers strike set to begin December 14 but believes it will fail. The American Agriculture group plans to halt production and sales of wheat and other commodities to push prices higher, with past attempts lacking this level of support. A Denver spokeswoman counters Bergland’s view, noting growing farmer enthusiasm.
Washington deputies report peace prospects improving after Egyptian President Anwar Sadat toured Jerusalem. House Majority Leader James Wright and Rep. Paul Simon describe emerging outlines of compromise and a potential Geneva conference revival. Warren Christopher and State Department officials affirm heightened hopes with U S ambassadors meeting Sadat and Begin.
President Carter will spend Thanksgiving Day at Camp David with turkey stuffing and traditional sides. Vice President Mondale cooks the turkey himself with his stewards off duty, while aides and their families join at Camp David or home.
Monroe Police Department and other city offices dim indoor lighting to cut energy use. Mayor W L Howard proclaims Friday a holiday for city workers, granting a four day weekend.
The News-Star-World switchboard will be closed from 5:00 pm Wednesday November 23 until 8:00 am Friday November 25. For information dial Circulation Dept numbers 323-1720 323-2070 323-0501 323-4825.
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