Police test bullet link in Pittsburgh heist hostage shooting
Police technicians continued lab tests to determine if a bullet removed from hostage Steven Schindler’s spine was fired by a police officer or by the armed robbers in last week’s pursuit. The incident began with a robbery at Option Supply Co. in Baldwin, led to a car chase, and left Schindler seriously injured.
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Transplant patient greets friends after heart surgery
Mario Grilli, a former Hubbard High School English teacher, recounts his heart transplant recovery. He describes rapid improvement, ongoing precautions, weekly doctor visits in Pittsburgh, and a hopeful outlook with no guaranteed life expectancy. His family supported him through the five months of California care.
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Ford Reagan stake claims on delegation
Aides to Ronald Reagan and President Ford clash over the Mississippi Republican delegation. Mississippi’s 3 member slate voted uncommitted, while Ford and Reagan camps press for support. Carter and Mondale strategize as the nominating fight intensifies with unity rule disputed.
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Hoffa disappearance puzzle narrows in Detroit case
Detroit reports say investigation into former Teamsters leader Hoffa’s disappearance is progressing with FBI and Justice Department activity. Key figures tied to the case include Anthony Provenzano, Anthony Giacalone, Charles O’Brien, and associates from New Jersey. The car linked to O’Brien remains in federal custody. grand jury activity continues amid unproven alibis.
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Congressman Howe loses aides after sex conviction
Congressman Allan Howe faced pressure to quit after a City Court verdict finding him guilty of offering decoys $20 for sex. He kept his campaign going as three aides resigned and top Utah Democrats urged withdrawal. Howe appealed to District Court for a new trial. his staff said he remains determined to clear his name.
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Mother kills children in Donora triple murder suicide
Funeral mass for Geraldine Hansen and her three children Christopher ten Perry five Victoria was held at St Dominics. Washington County Coroner ruled deaths murder suicide. Hansen, reportedly on welfare and emotionally distraught, gave no notes and left no explanation to her mother or a priest. The killings occurred in a third floor apartment above a pizza shop, bodies found Saturday after the mother became suspicious.
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Register by mail in Pennsylvania to vote Nov second
Harrisburg dispatch says Pennsylvanians may register by sending a prestamped voter registration card to their county elections bureau starting next week for the November 2 presidential election. Current law requires personal appearance at local elections offices or field sites. The new method, effective August 2, is part of two bills to overhaul the process. the second bill requires state vendors to disclose political contributions.
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Sniping suspect arrested atop fire-damaged Nesilte plant
James Amplas of Dormont was arrested by patrolman Robert Gorsuch after allegedly firing at workers and police during a string of Neville Island shootings. Amplas, an ex-employee suspended for absenteeism, was found atop a tank at the Nesilte Chemical plant, armed with a .22 rifle and a shotgun as firefighters battled a blaze.
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Beaver Falls official charged over unmarked van trip to game
Beaver Falls councilman Toho Buksa charges Police Chief Russell Chiodo with using an unmarked police van to attend a July 15 Pittsburgh Pirates game. Chiodo admits the trip with pension board members and Cy Treasurer Merle Salyards but says nothing wrong occurred. Buksa says the city code could cost Chiodo his job and expose him to fines and jail. Chiodo blames the feud on Buksa’s demand for favors.
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False murder plot shocks Tokyo police report
Police said Nobuiko Sato and her son plotted a death to collect 400000 in insurance. Sato, president of a fish products company, was found dead in her apartment June 19. Her son Yasuke claimed she strapped herself with a cord and that the body was moved to resemble murder. The apartment appeared ransacked to imitate a burglary.
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Head-on crash near PA NY border kills six
Great Bend Pennsylvania report says a New Jersey pickup driven by Robert Lapatta crossed the center line after leaving the shoulder in wet conditions. Six people died including Roberta Gruber and her grandchildren Laurie 15 and Jeffrey 10, as well as Gruber and Charlotte Gruber. Lapatta and another occupant were injured. Corbett cites excessive speed on a curve and poor shoulder marking as factors.
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Religions to Meet on Issues Between Catholics and Lutherans
Two church leaders urged broad talks on controversial topics as representatives of the Roman Catholic Church and the Lutheran Church in America planned a September meeting. Lutheran head Marshall said consensus on world hunger exists but abortion remains contentious, stressing timely ethical exploration. Catholic Bishop Lay called for examining closer church relations amid prolife concerns and evangelical emphasis.
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High heels blamed in late-night wreck at Bay and Butler
Sam J. D Ambrosi, 19, of 719 Cleveland Ave, was cited for reckless driving after his car struck a Pennsylvania Power Co pole at 12 10 a m on Butler Avenue near Bay Street. Police said his foot slipped from brake to gas due to high heels, car demolished but he escaped injury. Wires torn from a nearby house. pole displaced six inches. officers noted potential excessive speed given age racks.
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