Twisters Rake Louisiana Alabama Amid Flood Fears
United Press International reports tornadoes and funnel clouds struck Louisiana and Alabama with flood watches in several Southern states. A funnel cloud touched Mobile Alabama prompting a tornado warning. Minor damages occurred at Grand Chenier and two mobile homes overturned in Tangipahoa Parish with two minor injuries.
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Seoul may let Park return to United States for grand jury appearance
South Korea hints it may permit Tongsun Park to visit the United States to testify about Korea's influence peddling in Congress. Officials cited his changing mind and need to resolve the matter before Christmas as negotiations with Washington continue.
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Tagsun Park
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Louisiana power crew helps elderly woman in rain
Twin Cities Chit Chat reports a Louisiana Power and Light Co. crew braved rain on Forsythe Avenue near 18th Street to pull an elderly woman’s car back onto the road. The note cites local wildlife tensions and a lighthearted quip about bass and ducks at Anacoco Lake.
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18Th St
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Louisiana Purchase Gardens
Cairo Meeting Echoes Deepening Arab-Israeli Rift
The Soviet Union rejects direct attendance at Sadat's Cairo talks alongside Egypt Israel Syria Jordan and the PLO while Israel backs direct talks. Waldheim proposes a neutral site and a broader lineup with tentative New York locations eyed. Libya Algeria Iraq plan rival summits as U.S. hints at attending with possible delegates Habib or Atherton. The Geneva conference remains the overall aim with preparations under way at the Mena House.
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One Killed Two Injured In Monroe Road Tragedy
A 42-year-old Monroe man, Ralph D. Tharp, died when his southbound car crossed the center line on U S 165 near Bosco and hit the Baskin Robins Ice Cream 18 wheeler. The 18 wheeler struck a Missouri Pacific train, injuring two aboard and sending the truck into the tracks. The two truck occupants, Robert Ondrasek and Anthony Lampo, were treated and released. Funeral arrangements for Tharp were pending.
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Bryan, Tex
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Tharp
Missouri Pacific
Panama Hat Origins Shown Not In Panama
The article notes that Panama hats did not originate in Panama but in Ecuador, with distribution linked to Panama.
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United Press International
Panama
Ecuador
Weather outlook with rain and cold trend through Thursday
Mostly cloudy with occasional rain or drizzle today becoming partly cloudy Thursday. Continued cold with highs in the upper 40s and lows around 40. More details on page 7A.
Inquest Hears Injury Allegation in Steve Biko Case
An international security police message read at the Steve Biko inquest stated an injury had been inflicted. The testimony centers on the cause and responsibility for the SA activist death.
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Steve Biko
Grambling QB Williams Leads AP All Americans 1977
Grambling quarterback Douglas Williams tops the Associated Press All American list for 1977. LSU running back Charles Alexander earns a place on the second unit of the prestigious squad.
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Grambling
Douglas Williams
Associated Press
LSU
Charles Alexander
Inflation Equalizes Prices Across Luxuries and Necessities
The piece notes a historic shift as inflation narrows the gap between costs of luxury items and basic goods. It frames the change as a form of democracy in pricing.
Mayor Howard Defends Monroe Christmas Light Costs
Mayor W L Jack Howard criticized critics at a special commission meeting for attacking the city Christmas decorations. He cited the 65 000 lights at City Hall and Civic Center costing about 2 24 an hour, estimating total season costs under 750 dollars. He warned against linking decorations to utility payment issues and urged community backing to fund the displays.
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Howard
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Special Commission Council
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Monroe City
City Hall
Civic Center
Goodfellows Drive Seeks to Raise Twenty Thousand
The Goodfellows Drive aims to raise 20 000 to aid about 550 needy families in the Twin Cities this Christmas. Donations of cash and toys are sought, with requests for help accepted in writing to the News Star World office and every case investigated for eligibility.
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Goodfellows Drive
Jackie Neal
Goodfellow Drive
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News-Star- World
News-Star— World
SPACE TAKERS Sell Fast And Easy With a News-Star-World
Classified ad notes available cars for sale including a 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham and a 1971 Ford Country Sedan Station Wagon in good condition. Features a contact phone and an offer for low 10 day rate with cancellation privileges. News-Star-World Want Ads operate daily.
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