Hijackers still hold hostages at Entebbe airport
Negotiations resumed for release of 110 passengers and crew aboard an Air France jet hijacked by pro Palestinian extremists at Entebbe Uganda. Most captives are Israelis or Jews. 148 hostages freed earlier. Diplomats report meetings with hijackers near an unused terminal as the standoff continues.
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Connie Francis wins $2.5 million verdict against Howard Johnson
Singer Connie Francis testified a motel room rape during a 1974 stay at a Westbury Howard Johnson harmed her comeback and marriage. A six man Brooklyn federal jury awarded $2.5 million plus $150,000 to her husband for loss of her services after 542 hours of deliberation.
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Weather dampens Newton Bicentennial plans
The Newton Bicentennial Committee scrambles as forecasts predict Saturday and Sunday showers for the city celebration of the United States 200th birthday. Officials have prepared for one outdoor event and await better weekend weather, hoping for clear skies.
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Newton
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Death penalty upheld by Supreme Court ruling
The Supreme Court upheld the death penalty in a 7 to 2 decision. Justices Brennan and Marshall dissented. The ruling follows extensive debates since 1972 with 3,859 executions historically recorded since 1930. The case involved six murder charges from Florida, Louisiana, Texas, Georgia and North Carolina.
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Flag pole at Bicentennial Park discussed by Newton city officials
Readers ask why the flag flown over Washington is not regularly displayed at community activities center and Bicentennial Park. Bill Katzenberger says the recreation center flag is worn and wind can prevent display. a new flag and pole are being pursued. City Manager Jay Newton confirms the park flag pole is a pending project.
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Katzenberger
Jay Newton
Bicentennial Park
Nation celebrates 200 years of independence in 1976 festivities
Across the United States communities mark the bicentennial with parades, bells, and fireworks. In Philadelphia President Ford attends events including a Liberty Bell ceremony and a speech at Independence Hall. Nationwide plans include ship processions, coastal displays, and large city parades from New Orleans to Los Angeles.
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Boy Scouts
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Idaho
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Unemployment Rate Jump Deepens Economic Concerns
Washington reports unemployment rose to 7.5 percent in June, the largest monthly increase since last year’s recession. Labor data show 7.1 million jobless and 87.5 million employed, with broad rises across groups, while average unemployment duration climbs to 16.9 weeks.
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Weather Alert South Central Flash Flood Watch Likely
A flash flood watch is in effect for this afternoon through tonight with periods of showers and thundershowers. Locally heavy rains may cause flash flooding tonight. Lows in the mid to upper 60s. Saturday highs in the low to mid 80s. Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph tonight. Rain chances 60 percent Saturday.
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