Composer Igor Stravinsky Dies
New York AP reports Igor Stravinsky, 88, famed as the century’s most influential composer, died of an apparent heart attack at his Fifth Avenue apartment after a year of illness. Born June 18, 1882, in Oranienbaum, he shaped modern music from The Firebird to The Rite of Spring, influencing Boulez, Schoenberg, and countless composers.
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Districting Bill Passed By Delegates
The House of Delegates approved a redistricting bill to redraw Maryland eight congressional districts. The plan, tied to 1970 census figures, shifts three seats to the Washington area while Baltimore gains losses amid charges of gerrymandering by Prince Georges officials. The Maryland Public Housing Authority repeal bill also passed.
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Nixon Is Sympathetic But Offers No Tax Relief Hope
At a conference with 23 Hollywood leaders in San Clemente Nixon gave a warm, sympathetic ear to their “catalog of terrors” yet signaled no immediate support for the pending tax relief bill. MPAA chief Valenti warned Congress is reluctant to modify the tax law and noted the industry’s heavy losses.
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Daley Win Predicted In Chicago
Chicago voters face a mayoral election pitting Richard J Daley seeking a fifth term against Richard E Friedman a 41 year old Republican. Polls show Friedmans campaign gaining in minority and low income wards but Daley maintains Democratic machine strength.
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Justices Black and Douglas Clash With Court Trends
The Supreme Court drift toward conservative rulings draws sharp dissent from Justices Black and Douglas. Black denounces a 5-4 citizenship decision and warns against letting politics shape constitutional interpretation, while Douglas condemns a narcotics informant ruling as eroding privacy and warns against electronic surveillance. The justices urge a stricter Fourth Amendment approach to protect liberty and privacy.
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Union Votes To Strike Hospital
Baltimore AFL-CIO local 850 members voted unanimously to strike University Hospital at 11 p.m. if wage demands are not met. The walkout followed a meeting with Gov. Mandel after negotiations were described as unproductive. Hospital director Yeager called the situation very serious and emergency plans were readied to maintain services.
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