29 Sep 1977
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1977
Page
1
Washington reports the Commerce Department index forecasting future trends rose 0.8 percent in August signaling possible recovery from the summer pause. Analysts note July’s Leading Indicators revision to a 0.2 percent gain supports cautious optimism about employment and production.
Weather brief notes a Thursday-Friday mostly cloudy dry spell with 40 percent rain today 20 tonight and 30 Friday. The Hasley Cemetery 12 grave sites ownership is in question. A 17 year old girl abducted in Shreveport and released unharmed. Federal judge bans sex segregation in Jefferson Parish schools. Muhammed heavyweight title bout tonight. Yankees reduce AL East magic number. TV insanity murder trial defendant Zamona shows little emotion. Evel Knievel arraignment for beating a man. House Ways and Means on Social Security funding. Stock prices rising.
International opinion likens a group hijacking a Japan Airlines jet to World War II kamikaze imagery. The piece contrasts this harsh rhetoric with blunt personal critique about politicians, noting a wife never publicly criticizing her husband.
Atty. Gen. Bell argued the Carter administration need not submit the Panama Canal treaty to the House for approval before Panamanian control of the Canal Zone. Bell cited historic legal opinions as he supported Senate testimony with Ambassador Jorden, who urged flexibility to keep the canal open and neutral as Panama’s sovereignty expands.
A writer recounts a 30 minute flight with Navy Blue Angels Lt Bruce Davey at Monroe Munich Airport. The ride features a fast take off, wingovers, barrel rolls, and weightlessness, leaving the author shaken yet impressed while vowing not to repeat soon.
Special counsel Leon Jaworski said the House Ethics Committee may begin public hearings in coming weeks into alleged South Korean efforts to buy influence in Congress. He noted the Korean government invited him to Seoul to meet indicted rice merchant Tongsun Park but could not justify a trip now. He indicated the investigation is moving faster than previously stated and that a definite start date could be months away. The scope may extend beyond Park to other South Korean citizens.
Two veteran filibuster leaders Abourezk and Metzenbaum indicated they would back a Byrd Jackson compromise to keep federal gas controls while allowing higher price levels, provided amendments from natural gas producers supporters are blocked. They opposed the plan but said it ends the stalemate, hoping House Senate talks cut the $2.08 ceiling, as Byrd warned the vote uncertain amid ongoing maneuvering.
Two Rev. Davis names appear at Swartz First Baptist this week. Rev Thurman Davis, pastor, and his son Rev Floyd Davis lead a revival nightly at 7 30 pm inviting the public. Mrs Patsy Odell Smith McPherson, formerly of Monroe, visits Twin Cities for two weeks staying with sister Miss Vonita Smith at 515 N 6th St Monroe.
A note on thrifty habits highlighting daily reading of classified ads to locate buyers for merchandise and discover good values to purchase. The practice emphasizes practical tips for managing sales and finding bargains through the classifieds.
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