CIA eyeing Oswald burial test sparked by wrist scar
CIA officials debated digging up Lee Harvey Oswald’s body to examine a left wrist scar and probe theories his 1959 Soviet death incident was a setup for brainwashing by Soviet agents. Hoover blocked the idea in 1964 while the Warren Commission avoided pressuring the FBI, noting Oswald’s alleged death by own action remained a key point in his Soviet experiences.
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Police seize $1 million in drugs in Evanston raid
Nine detectives searched a quiet Evanston residence at 1145 p.m. arresting occupants Anthony Conti 25 and Nancy McCambridge 26 on marijuana and controlled substance charges. Officers found over 1000 pounds of marijuana, cocaine hashish amphetamines barbiturates and $30000 cash.
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Police Briefs Report Two Burglaries and Roadside Incidents
Morris police investigated two burglaries with a broken church window at Bethlehem Lutheran Church and a shed opening at 921 E North St. A man near the church was questioned and released. A South Wilmington woman hit a deer on Rice Rd causing about 300 dollars in damage to a 1973 Chevrolet. Other incidents include traffic tickets, vandalism to a 1973 Chevrolet, and a CB radio theft from a truck. A Pine Bluff Rd youth, Mark Gilliam, 18, was arrested for disorderly conduct after a late night disturbance.
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Grundy County
Pine Bluff Rd
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Liberty Sts
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Police arrest Francis Rinke on Will County warrant
Morris police arrested Francis Rinke, 123, on a Will County warrant at 11 a.m. Wednesday at W Washington Street. Officer Kurt Salems delivered him to the county jail where he was held for Will County deputies. Rinke was wanted in connection with a traffic violation.
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Grundy County
Braceville Man Charged With Property Damage
Braceville resident James Nichols age 33 faces misdemeanor criminal damage to property in a complaint filed by Connie Green. Police report he broke several ceramic items at Green's Braceville home about 7 45 p.m. Nichols posted 35 dollar bond at Grundy County Jail and is set to appear in court on August 14.
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Connie Green
Charles Shelby
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Hew limits payments for simple medical tests and equipment
Washington government moves to cut welfare medical costs by setting payment limits for simple laboratory tests and common equipment. Initially 12 tests plus beds and wheelchairs will be capped at the lowest local prices, expanding to more tests and items within six months to boost price competition.
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Personal injury suit dismissed in Grundy County
A December 1976 suit over injuries from a June 7 1976 motorcycle collision on Cemetery Road east of Morris was dismissed in Grundy County Circuit Court as all issues were settled. Plaintiff Robert Kezerle cited injuries from the crash with Debbie Johnson, who was operating a car on the same eastbound path.
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Cemetery Rd
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Gov Bennett Wears Suit Coat Despite Heat in Split Trousers
Concordia Kan. Gov Robert Bennett appeared in public in a suit coat despite 90 degree heat on Wednesday. He explained the reason later the seam in the back of his trousers had split forcing him to keep his coat on.
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Fire damages home in MacIntosh Subdivision
A sump pump short in its wiring caused minor damage at the Robert Oliver residence in MacIntosh Subdivision, near 67 Mallard Lane. Grundy County deputies assisted Coal City Fire Department after the 11 a.m. call Wednesday. the fire was extinguished upon arrival and no other damage was reported.
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Traffic court misreported on stop sign ticket dismissal
Corrected report shows Hongvan Butcher 31 Gardner had a stop sign ticket dismissed due to absence of the complaining witness Pamela Pfaff 21 Ashley Rd fined 25 dollars and 10 costs for 41 in a 25 mph zone cited June 29 by Morris officer Roger Miller in the 700 block of E Washington St. Anthony Gorsich 32 Rte 1 Forrest Dr Mazon fined 25 dollars and 10 costs for failure to yield ticketed July 6 by Grundy Sheriff Sgt Frank Schmitt.
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Corruption at GSA Costing At Least 90 Million Yearly
President Carter directs the Justice Department to join probes into deeply embedded GSA corruption. A study estimates 300 federal employees aided contractors in overcharging, with common cases like double billing for painting. Investigations aim for rapid remedial action and whistleblower protection.
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NIU Huskies host two marching band weekends at DeKalb
Northern Illinois University hosts two contests at Huskie Stadium with nearly 3,000 bandsmen and fans from Illinois California and Wisconsin. Friday features a NIU Marching Huskies Show Band event, while Saturday hosts the Drum Corps Midwest Championship with 20 drum corps from six states vying for $11,000 in prizes. Preliminaries start 8 a.m. finals at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. rain plan shifts finals to noon Sunday. Tickets $3 at gate, finals $5, prelims $2. top 10 prelim winners join DCM board. Events located in DeKalb Sycamore Genoa Mal.
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Crane Eyes 1980 Run for GOP Presidential Nomination
Representative Philip Crane of Illinois informed Ronald Reagan he will declare his candidacy for the 1980 Republican nomination before Labor Day. Crane, 47, who ran Reagan’s Illinois campaign in 1976, would be the first declared candidate from Congress.
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Career Paths for a Chemistry Major in The Worry Clinic
Dr George W Crane outlines career options for Howard D a chemistry major freshman. Teaching chemistry at high school or college, pure research in pharma and industry, becoming a pharmacist, store ownership or management in drugstores, and links to Walgreen founder stories.
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Dear Ann Landers advises on comforting miscarriages and suesphalt
The letter explains how well meaning comments hurt a friend who miscarried and urges readers to offer sensitive comfort. It also recounts road accidents and legal advice, followed by the columnist’s guidance on avoiding unhelpful remarks. The page shows multiple readers seeking advice and Ann Landers’s responses.
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