Soviet denounces West at Belgrade conference on human rights show
Soviet delegate Yuri Vorontsov denounces Western human rights criticism as propaganda and psychological warfare at the 35 nation Belgrade meeting reviewing the Helsinki final act. U.S. spokesman Reston counters calling for thorough review of all Helsinki Act provisions.
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Crime rate drops 7 percent in first half of 1977 nationwide
FBI reports show overall crime down 7 percent from Jan to Jun 1977 versus same period 1976. Murder and robbery fell while assaults rose. larceny and burglary declined. Houston bucked trend with a 12 percent rise among large cities. Major cities and regions vary in change.
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Police Nab Suspect In 3 Slayings In Maryland
A 20 year old resident of Southgate is arrested in the murders of Deborah Hogan 10 Theresa Hogan 8 and Ann Marie Brzeszkiewicz 8 in Anne Arundel County Maryland. The victims were found in a stream near their homes after disappearing Sunday night. Police plan a news conference as they review clues including a knife sheath.
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Louisiana lawmaker proposes intrastate gas lines and rate cuts
Rep. Bobby Freeman announces a plan to equalize and lower natural gas rates across Louisiana using state highway rights of way. He argues the move could create intrastate pipelines, cost multimillions, and push the state toward energy self sufficiency amid federal curtailment fears harming one industry towns like Delhi.
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Freeman proposes intrastate gas rights of way plan
Freeman advocates using state highway rights of way to build intrastate gas transmission lines. He argues it could equalize prices across north and south Louisiana, citing current costs in Opelousas Plaquemine Lafayette and Monroe. He suggests a joint venture with pipeline companies and state rights of way, or a public works approach to address unemployment while avoiding federal takeovers.
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Weather and world events mix in early week reports
Sunny today turning fair tonight with highs in the mid sixties and low thirties overnight. Winds diminish from ten mph today. Officials doubt Ark La Miss Agricultural and Industrial Fair next year. Jalisco prison warden says rebels demanding are met. North Yemen leader Ibrahim el Hammadi assassinated. Carter administration says new treaty would cut stockpiles and limit missiles. Hunter returns to start second World Series game for the Yankees. Blair and Randolph power Yankees to a 4 3 12 inning win. Dodgers pursue comeback in title chase. Wisconsin undefeated at 5 0 eyes No 1 Michigan next.
Index It is no longer a sin to be rich it's more of a miracle
A provocative item suggests wealth is now celebrated as a miracle rather than condemned. The note frames affluence as acceptable and extraordinary, challenging traditional moral judgments and pointing to a cultural shift in attitudes toward riches.
Twin Cities Fireplaces and Oil Slick Warning
Residents used fireplaces during the cold spell as smoke billowed from many chimneys for the first time this year. Officer Jimmy Hickey improvised a warning sign and positioned his patrol car to alert drivers on U.S. 165 By-Pass near Renwick Street, successfully guiding traffic until aid arrived.
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Pilgrims Landed at Cape Cod Not Plymouth Rock
United Press International notes the Mayflower voyage began at Cape Cod on November 11, 1620 and reached Plymouth Rock by December 21, over a month later, marking early steps of the Plymouth settlement.
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Space Shuttle Enterprise Lands After Steep Descent
The Space Shuttle Enterprise landed at Edwards AFB after a rapid unpowered descent from space simulating orbital return. Astronauts Joe Engle and Richard Truly aboard noted the higher than planned altitude at separation and the crew used speed brakes to settle on a concrete runway, signaling a potential end to future dry lake bed landings.
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