Widow refuses then accepts Medal of Honor in secret
Mary Jo Sargent of Hampton Virginia widow of Ruppert Leon Sargent refused the Medal of Honor for months citing Jehovah's Witness beliefs and publicity concerns. Pentagon sources said the award was finally accepted in a private ceremony after discussions involving Brigadier General and later Presidents.
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Channel Wells Reactivated In Santa Barbara Channel
Union officials report Wells are reactivated to halt seepage after an oil blowout near Platform A fouled California beaches. Interior secretary grants exemption to drill temporarily as former official Udall notes underestimated risks and cites budget pressures.
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Own Your Own Apartment Dwellers Urged to File
County Assessor Phillip Watson urges residents of own your own apartment complexes to obtain property tax refund forms from his offices or a manager, with each resident filing individually. The April 15 deadline applies.
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Phillip Watson
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Nine Million French Workers Strike Paralyzes Nation
Paris reports show nine million French workers went on strike with tens of thousands marching in Paris demanding wage increases up to 12 percent amid rising prices. Basic services slowed or halted as the government warned against destabilizing the franc. demonstrations filled Place de la Republique and Place de la Bastille with broad participation across national and private sectors.
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