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Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1977

Page

8

Ricky Nelson siege ends as FBI negotiates release

A 26 hour bank hostage siege ends when gunman Archie Nelson releases hostages after FBI agents distract him with ham burgers in the stairwell. Clara Blair, a 23 year old mother, escapes with her children aided by an FBI team, while Nelson faces charges of bank robbery and possible kidnaping and weapons possession.

Ricky Nelson Archie Reginald Nelson Youngstown FBI Nelson Mahoning County Clara Blair Mrs. Blair Danielle

Houston student crowned Miss USA 1977

Kimberly Louise Tomes of Houston won Miss USA 1977 defeating 50 contestants. She emphasized self respect in pageants and said the win would not change her outlook as she eyes Miss Universe next month.

Kimberly Louise Tomes Houston Texas A&m University U.S Tomes Texas Ranger

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