Labor Woes Hit Kids TV From Sesame Street Writers Strike
New York AP reports a writers strike could silence Big Bird and friends on Sesame Street as the Children’s Television Workshop shifts from pioneering nonprofit to a corporate posture. Six writers are involved, and on air action remains possible depending on negotiations.
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Will Geer a Walton Star Dies at 76 in Los Angeles
Will Geer, famed grandfather figure on The Waltons, died at age 76 from respiratory arrest at Midway Hospital. He was a stage, film, and TV veteran and McCarthy era activist known for his theater work at Theatricum Botanicum and his Emmy winning TV role as Grandpa Walton. His family and friends gathered at his bedside as poems were spoken and songs sung.
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Beaving Flings Crowned World Cow Chip Throw Champion
Bob Fleming of Taylorville Illinois won the World Championship Cow Chip Throwing Contest in Beaver Oklahoma posting a 139 foot toss as 1,500 spectators watched the ninth annual event. Patty Bruce of Beaver led the women with an 85 foot chip throw amid windy conditions.
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Hearing Tests At Royal Manor Motel In Ottawa
Free electronic hearing evaluations will be offered by Beltone specialists at the Royal Manor Motel on Wednesday April 26 from noon to 3 pm. Tests explain causes and ear function with diagrams. Aimed at all with hearing trouble, including current wearers, with in home testing and alternate appointment options.
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