Oscar Nominees Highlight Eight Nominations for President’s Men
The Watergate film All the President's Men leads with eight nominations at the 49th Academy Awards. Network follows with six, as Bound for Glory and other titles receive multiple mentions. Peter Finch and Faye Dunaway earn acting nominations, with additional nods for Holden, De Niro, Driver, Giannini, Stallone, and others.
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Arizona contractor and plumber to stand trial in Balles slaying
Phoenix contractor Max Dunlap and Chandler plumber James Robison were ordered to stand trial April 1 on charges of first degree murder and conspiracy in the bomb slaying of Phoenix newsman Don Bales. Judge Melvin McDonald set pretrial motions by March 22 and a Feb 18 hearing on a motion challenging Robison's bond.
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Watson orders halt in reassessment of L A County homes
County Assessor Philip E Watson freezes home reassessments for at least two years citing a state law requiring county wide reevaluation. The move risks a multi million dollar shortfall in the 1977 78 budget and was blamed on Supervisor cuts and staff reallocations.
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Brown doubts statewide water rationing amid drought warning
Gov. Brown questions mandatory statewide water rationing but keeps options open as drought strains loom. He urges Southern California to intensify conservation while northern drought impacts prompt calls for shared burden and local district cooperation. A meeting with about 75 lawmakers and stakeholders discussed possible state actions and duties.
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Lives saved by drought driver says
Fremont locksmith Fon Yeo Pang 47 and his wife Evelyn survived a 360 foot plunge from Highway 50 into the American River during a weekend crash. The river’s drought reduced water levels kept the car from sinking while Pang and his wife endured nine hours afloat before a hidden worker spotted skid marks and rescued them. Both were recovering in hospital and expected to leave soon.
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Long Beach considers moving 88 officers to patrol cars
Police Chief Ralph Kortz urged a plan to shift 88 officers, including 34 motorcycle squad members and two sergeants, to patrol cars by March 1 in response to an urgent crime situation. The proposal covers intelligence, heli patrol, parking, and civilian staffing changes, aiming to boost patrol strength from 288 to meet rising demand.
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Doctor treats eight foot snake cancer patient in San Diego
Dr Carl Von Essen administered cobalt radiation to Krishna the eight foot Indian python at University Hospital while the San Diego Zoo owned snake, diagnosed with a lymphoma, tolerated a 24 minute session. The reptile was tranquilized and strapped in place as staff limited exposure.
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Weather Tonight and Friday Forecast
Tonight in the Bay Area fair skies with a low near 35. Highs Friday reach around 51 in the mountains and 75 in the deserts while desert areas hold a low near 35.
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Gunman Seeks Immunity Amid Hostage Standoff In Indianapolis
Anthony Kiritsis holds a hostage in a booby trapped Indianapolis apartment as lawyers study prosecutors immunity offer. Authorities say Kiritsis may accept his attorneys judgment and end the standoff if documents are verified. Police and deputies maintain a vigilant vigil near the scene.
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Tony” Kiritsis
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King Hussein’s wife Queen Alia dies in crash
Press Telegram reports Queen Alia of Jordan perished in a plane crash. Other items note an inmate’s unassisted birth in Terminal Island prison and neglect charges against the facility. Governor Brown pushes a tougher sentencing code amid enforcement concerns.
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