Weather snapshot and brief notices
Wednesday's Digest reports mostly cloudy conditions with a slight chance of light rain and highs in the mid 70s. Lows near 60 tonight and Thursday highs in the mid 70s. Southeast winds under 10 mph and 20 percent rain probability.
Japanese justice minister resigns over hijacking case and ransom
International reports that Justice Minister Hajime Fukuda resigns amid criticism of his handling of the Japan Airlines hijacking and the $6 million ransom payment. Details appear on pages 2A and related editorials.
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Bacon grease spatters while cooking not eating
A humorous note claims bacon grease splatters when frying but supposedly collects in definite locations when bacon is eaten, presenting a playful contrast between cooking mishaps and imagined postmeal residue.
Mayor W. L. Howard Comments on Team’s Tight Defense
The quote asserts that the team has shut down every game with strong defense. Mayor W. L. Howard highlights the consistent effort and discipline fueling the squad’s results.
City shuts down all fair games under court injunction
The Ouachita Valley Fair and Ark-La-Miss Fair close all games of chance after an injunction filed by Parkerson restricts paying to win prizes. The move follows nine arrests for gambling, with city officials and local authorities debating enforcement and awaiting further court guidance. Sheriff and police comment on jurisdiction.
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Gas Deregulation Bill Advances Amid Senate Fight
The Senate approved a deregulation bill 50 to 46 ending a two week filibuster. It lifts federal price controls on newly produced gas in steps, raises the controlled price toward 2.48 dollars per thousand cubic feet, and shifts more to market pricing with House-Senate talks to resolve differences. President Carter warned of a veto if the conference committee weakens protections for consumers.
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Geneva Talks Interim Breakthrough With Obstacles Clear
United States and Israel reached a plan to remove remaining obstacles to resuming Geneva peace talks. Dayan insisted negotiations with the PLO require conditions, while the White House affirmed U.S. positions including Israel’s veto power and no direct PLO contacts until recognition of Israel.
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Japan seeks return of hijackers ransom from Algeria
Tokyo reports say Japan will press Algeria to return the five hijackers of the Japan Air Lines DC8 and the six million dollars seized as ransom plus eleven captured Japanese Red Army terrorists. Cabinet ministers debated before deciding to seek the money and terrorists. The DC8 landed in Tokyo with remaining hostages after a five day seizure.
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Algeria
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Twin Cities Chit Chat on Rick Nelson Concert
A fairgoer advised bringing a chair for Rick Nelson’s concert as crowds stood about an hour and a half waiting after Tuesday’s show. The note also explains Columbus Day is observed on Monday to create a three day weekend.
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Carter Visits Slum Ridden Bronx Highlights Blight and Redevelopment
President Carter with Mayor Beame and Housing Secretary Harris toured the South Bronx, calling for a study on salvage and tear down. He visited a rehabilitated six story tenement on Washington Avenue and urged mapping the area for remedial action while residents voiced cautious optimism.
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