Wednesday's Digest Weather And News Digest
Partly cloudy today through Thursday with showers likely today and a slight chance by Thursday. Highs in the lower 80s, lows mid 60s, winds shifting from today northward near 10 mph. Rain probability 60 percent today, 30 percent tonight, 20 percent Thursday. Protective booms around two New Orleans intakes as workers mop up 75 000 gallons of crude oil spilled Tuesday in the Mississippi River. Gov. Edwards asserts readiness to respond to report of acquaintance with a South Korean donor who gave 10000 in campaign contributions. One quarter of Louisiana voters own CB radios. no ads yet. Detroit mayoral race deadlocked between two black candidates. Flood waters recede from Kansas City Plaza. Moshe Dayan and Menahem Begin form strong partnership. Michigan Wolverines ranked No 1 in college football.
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Chuckle: An Expert Is A Man Of Eloquence Or Report
A witty line frames expertise as either fluent speech or solid reporting. The quip hinges on how professionals present ideas and data, suggesting skill lies in communication as well as analysis.
The News Star World Classified Ads Promote Puppy Sales
The News Star World Classified Ads present a better way to reach more buyers for selling your puppy. Utilize the classified section to advertise details, pricing, and contact information for quick inquiries.
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Lance Defends Budget Chief Post Amid Innuendo Attacks
Budget Director Bert Lance denounces innuendo and hearsay claiming unfounded charges threaten his effectiveness and imply national decline. He spoke in Washington denying the accusations and urging a fair assessment.
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Bert Lance
Lance
Roemer Criticizes Nix Over Education Handling
State Commissioner Charles Roemer said he was disturbed by Supt. Kelly Nix’s progress in education and blamed BESE and local officials for classroom discipline issues. He praised vocational technical schools and stated he and Nix are on good terms as of this morning.
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Legislative Audit Advisory Council
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Tutankhamun Treasures Preview Draws Louisiana Media
New Orleans Museum of Art hosts a preview of the Tutankhamun exhibit featuring 55 objects from the tomb of the boy king. The public opening is Sunday at 10 a.m. and runs through January 15, 1978, with tours and extended hours for members and officials.
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Helen Allen
New Orleans
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Washington, D. C
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Chicago
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Edwards Approves Civil Service Pay Increases
Gov. Edwin Edwards signed off on the statewide Civil Service pay plan. The program includes a $900 across the board raise approved by the legislature last month.
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Monroe engineer James H. Richey retires after 30 years
James H. Richey of Monroe retires from the Louisiana State Highway Department after 30 years. He ends as resident construction engineer overseeing I-20 interchanges Calhoun to Delhi and the U S 165 bypass in Monroe. Teal season opens Saturday. hunters need a duck stamp and license, obtainable at local post offices.
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Edwards Says He May Have Met Ryu in Washington
Gov. Edwin Edwards said it is very possible he met Jay Shin Ryu, a Park associate tied to the South Korean influence case, though he claims no memory of the meeting. He notes he often met many people as a congressman and governor and will release letters and affidavits to the Justice Department and House Ethics Committee.
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