Spotlight on the world from BLEFAST Northern Ireland
In Northern Ireland the government says power stations will stay running after a major plant faces a three day Protestant general strike. Roy Mason warns army experts can prevent great suffering as officials recall a 1974 crisis when services stalled. West Germany mourns Ludwig Erhard at 80 after his economic boom era.
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Carter sails for Europe in pursuit of world diplomacy
President Carter heads to Europe for multi nation talks joining world leaders in a first overseas mission. Andrew Wyeth becomes the first native born American to join the French Academy of Fine Arts. Spain's NATO bid delayed until after its first free elections since 1936 tests its democratic commitment. Bill Young urges Erlanger officials to silence late night ice cream vendor bells citing disrupted sleep for his children.
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Ammonia truck evacuation near Houston called off
Police evacuated homes near a wreck site in north Houston after an overturned ammonia truck was found unloaded earlier in the day in Austin. The driver Ray Pennington 38 of Spring was treated for minor injuries.
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Nixon interview stirs partisanship across parties
The Nixon Frost interview split observers along party lines while rekindling Watergate debates. Rep Ros Rodino said the evidence showed obstruction and abuse of office, while supporters praised candor and a healing effect. Former aides offered mixed reactions as lawmakers watched.
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Nixon on Frost interview clashes with Watergate record
The article outlines variances between Nixon's TV remarks to David Frost and the Watergate investigations. It notes the House Judiciary Committee findings that Nixon sought to protect those responsible and conceal unlawful activities, and details statements about cover ups, perjury, and intent alongside grand jury and impeachment recommendations.
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Tonry resigns from Congress vows to run again
In New Orleans Richard A. Tonry 42 resigns from the House after a six month tenure amid a vote fraud controversy. He pledges to campaign to win back the 1st District seat, promising to present evidence against Moreau backers. The House accepts his resignation as investigations linger.
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UCSF Researchers Isolate Gene Directing Growth Hormone
A UCSF team reports isolating and analyzing the human gene that directs production of growth hormone lactogen. The finding marks a milestone as scientists seek ways to harness bacterial cells to produce hormones for dwarfism and other genetic conditions, with potential future medical applications.
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Caffeine linked to mental discomfort in psychiatric patients
A University of Michigan study of 83 psychiatric patients finds higher caffeine intake from coffee tea cola and caffeine pills associated with greater low mood anxiety and tranquilizer use. Researchers caution results may not apply to the general population and stop short of proving depression.
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