Berkowitz Sanction Delayed As Court Foe Distracts
In a Brooklyn courtroom David Berkowitz managed to provoke chaos delaying sentencing for six Son of Sam murders. He shouted obscenities at Stacy Moskowitz’s mother and taunted her, then charged a window, injuring guards before officers restrained him. The session paused for psychiatric testing and a postponement.
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Public backlash grows as gun regulation proposal draws letters
Washington AP reports a surge of over 150,000 public letters on proposed gun rules. Writers oppose measures requiring serial numbers and dealer theft reporting, fearing national gun registration. Treasury denies registration claims amid NRA warnings.
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Moonshine blamed in deaths in Georgia
Four people are dead and seven others ill in west central Georgia from lead poisoning blamed on a moonshine operation. Dr James Collins says a moonshiner may have added lead from a car battery or radiator condensate to the mash. Relatives will not help police locate the still as cases emerge over several months.
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Garland church roof collapse may hinge on beam flaw
In Garland Texas a church roof collapsed during Sunday services killing a six year old girl and injuring 57. Officials say preliminary tests point to a deficient beam causing ponding after heavy rains. Koppers Company disputes the finding, citing adequate design and rainfall as factors. Investigations will continue with stress tests and calculations.
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Chickens Invade Chicago In Feathery Neighborhood Stir
AP reports a rash of chicken incidents in Chicago's north side as dozens of birds wandered townhouse units and vacant apartments. Harold Ruther, city animal control officer, recalls rounding up 14 birds in one stop then 21 more as they pecked walls and floors. The birds were moved to a farm after being held a week with no claims.
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Presbyterians Set Policy on Gay Clergy
The United Presbyterian Church rejected ordaining practicing homosexuals by a wide margin, while allowing celibate homosexuals to seek ministry. The 190th assembly upheld scripture as guiding doctrine, calling homosexuality sinful yet noting some homosexuals may be ordained if celibate and qualified. The vote followed two years of study and heated debate at the convention center in San Diego.
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