Governing hopefuls as voters head to midterm polls
Washington reports a largely apathetic public as Americans vote in midterm elections. Polls show predicted low turnout with Republicans aiming to gain several governor ships and some House seats. Carter campaigns for Democrats while Ford and Reagan lead GOP efforts amid inflation concerns.
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Parachutist dies in Turkey Chute competition accident
Hans Kleinlein a 34 year old German parachutist from Munich died from a broken neck after a 50 foot fall during the Turkey Chute contest in Zephyrhills Florida. He was the second jumper killed in the 10th annual event following a mid air collision last Thursday involving Nicholas Lucas of Maumee Ohio.
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Staten Island ferry crashes into bulkhead in thick fog
New York AP reports the Staten Island ferry American Legion struck a Battery Park bulkhead in heavy fog while docking. As many as 170 injured, with at least 30 serious and 140 with minor injuries. Witnesses describe severe damage and many aboard standing near the bow.
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Sinai oilfield transfer and airfield aid puzzle Dayan says deal needed
Israel seeks US aid for two Negev airfields and a long term loan to support terms of a peace treaty with Egypt. Sinai oilfields transfer remains unresolved with disagreements over timing and control, while Sadat demands clear Palestinian self rule talks within a month of signing. Egyptian and Israeli sides show wide gaps on oilfield handover despite progress on military annexes.
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Archbishop Coggan to visit Hungary Poland next spring
London AP reports Archbishop Donald Coggan will travel May 24 to East Berlin then Hungary and Poland before returning June 4 via West Berlin. It will be the first papal visit to Hungary and Poland by an Archbishop of Canterbury, leader of the Church of England and the Anglican Communion with about 65 million members.
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Banks looted as Iran installs military government
Iran's first military regime in 25 years triggers riots near Tehran University and Abadan with mobs looting bank branches liquor stores and a death and two injuries reported. Exiled Shiite leader Khomaini in Paris backs strikes but not ruling out armed action. State Department supports military rule to restore order while doubts persist on shah’s reform.
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Computer expert held in $10.2 million bank theft case
A 32 year old San Diego man, Stanley Mark Rifkin, is held on 6 million bail for interstate transportation of stolen property in a $10.2 million bank Funds theft tied to a Soviet diamond deal. FBI says he acted alone in what officials call a major wire scheme. A Los Angeles grand jury may indict on additional charges.
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