Ex-Nittany Lions player arrested on drug count
Miami police booked ex Dolphins players Handy Crowder and Don Reese after undercover officers allege they offered a pound of cocaine with a street value of about 233000. Crowder, 24, from Farrell Pennsylvania, and Reese, 21, from Mahile Illinois, faced charges of sale and conspiracy. Bond set at 14900 for Reese and 15900 for Crowder. A Dolphins spokesman cited potential more arrests and awaiting magistrate hearing. Don Shula confirmed the team would await further information.
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Higher Education grant limits rise in Pennsylvania plan
Governor Milton Shapp signed a bill raising the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency grants from 1200 to 1500 dollars annually, with a 1300 dollar maximum for needy students in expensive colleges. The measure also holds applicants under 18 legally responsible for grant signing to prevent seniors from disclaims.
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Jury convicts stepfather in brutal abuse case of 7 year old Daniel
In Houston a jury convicts Lazier Pickering of child abuse for beating a 7 year old boy who endured gangrene brain damage and a cigarette burned back letters. The judge imposes the maximum 20 years. the mother faces trial on failure to report abuse. Doctor Fegan testifies the child remains largely unresponsive after lengthy hospitalization.
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Wholesale price index soars in April ahead of inflation push
The Labor Department reports wholesale prices jumped 4.1 percent in April for the second straight month, led by food and fuel costs. The rise signals ongoing inflation pressure as farm and processed food prices climb, with fuels up 1.4 percent and consumer impact looming.
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Bandits Rob Slovak Savings and Loan in Pittsburgh Heist
Three armed bandits, one with a shotgun, robbed the Slovak Savings and Loan Association on Pittsburgh’s North Side. They ordered employees and customers to stop while they took about $10,000 from cash drawers. The trio fled in a stolen blue car, abandoned blocks away. A surveillance camera captured a clear image of the shotgun-wielding robber.
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Butler inmate found dead by hanging in jail cell
Hichad McCluskey, 36, of East Brady Butler County, was found hanging in his jail cell where he had been held since Sunday on firearms and recklessly endangering charges. Police say he fashioned a rope from a pillow case. He faced a parole violation in Clarion County and bail was set at $2,000.
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Ex German leader Erhard dies at 80 in West Germany
Former Chancellor and Economics Minister Ludwig Erhard, 80, died of heart failure at Honn's Elisabeth Hospital after two months of treatment. A central postwar figure, he modernized Germany's economy as economics minister to Adenauer and led the nation as chancellor from 1963 to 1966. He will be buried near Munich at Gmund.
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Guilty plea in Indiana killings opens nonjury trial
Robert Eael Butts pleaded guilty to murder in the shooting deaths of his wife Beverly Butts and her sister Deborah Webb in Indiana County. Bail was revoked to jail pending the degree of guilt hearing. A three judge panel was convened for sentencing with Judge Earl Handler and others.
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White applicants challenge Pittsburgh fire quota plan
Seven white applicants filed with Commonwealth Court to void Pittsburgh fire department race and sex quotas used in hiring 20 firefighters last year. Attorney Christopher Lepore argued the city violated civil service order by ranking pre test results, while the seven plaintiffs claim they lost about 20 000 in wages benefits and seniority last year.
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Fruit crop damage in Erie County due to cold snap
Erie County agricultural officials estimate 63 million dollars in fruit crop losses from a record low week. Grapes fell 40 percent, cherries nearly wiped out, apples damaged, peaches blossoms about 80 percent. temperatures dropped to 26 degrees last Thursday. Rep. Marc Marks seeks federal disaster aid after discussions with farmers.
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Pennsylvania imposes road knowledge test for learner permits
Harrisburg bureau of traffic safety announces new rule requiring prospective drivers to know miles of roads before obtaining a learner permit. Director Seymore G Heyison says the change, effective June 1, 1977, shifts from immediate permit to testing first, aiming to improve traffic safety.
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Ex-detective acquitted in bribery case in Ohio
Former Youngstown detective Anthony Cwilierter was acquitted on a bribery charge by Mahoning County Court of Common Pleas Judge Sydney Rigelhaupt. He faced a companion motion on sexual battery and was dismissed from the force for allegedly soliciting a bribe and sexual favors from a female prisoner.
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Drug agents chased cocaine cache after Everglades drop
DEA official says smugglers beat 20 federal agents to a 23 million cocaine cache in a two week chase through the Everglades. A Fort Lauderdale plane sighted another plane dropping two suitcases on April 18, landing near the swamp. Twenty agents tracked the landing site Monday. cases found empty but residues of white powder linked to cocaine. The pilot reported the drop and flight number to airport officials, aligning with intelligence on a 100 pound shipment from Colombia.
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Marketing seminar scheduled for The News sponsor
Reservations are being accepted for a day long Professional Retail Management and Marketing Seminar to be conducted by Paul L. Mettler. It will be held at the Bull Day Inn of New Castle from 1:30 PM to 8:45 PM. Registration is $25 per person, includes dinner. Checks payable to The New Castle News and mailed to advertising director Jack W. Bartholie. Registration deadline June 1.
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Legislator Denounces Bail Bid Amid Extradition Fight
Rhode Island legislator-elect Wildand Bailey, facing a Michigan prison term for 1973 theft, vows to resume his bid for the 9th District seat. The Rhode Island Supreme Court ordered extradition to serve two to four years, rejecting his plea to remain free during a separate challenge to his eligibility. Bailey says he will return to campaign and contest the seat in any new election.
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