Rutherford ousts Wood as New Mexico Senate majority whip
In a Sunday caucus, Sen. Tom Rutherford defeated Sen. Bob Wood to become majority whip for the 1979 New Mexico Legislature. Rutherford, a Bernalillo Democrat, noted the move places a Bernalillo County leader in the Senate and marks the only leadership change of the session.
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Oil workers slowdowns hit Iran oil output as protests rise
Iran oil workers launched a new wave of slowdowns in Khuzestan cutting daily crude output by about 2 million barrels. In Tehran gunmen attacked police, killing one officer, wounding another, amid escalating clashes as Ayatollah Khomeini called for a nationwide strike. Authorities report dozens dead and many arrested amid mounting opposition to the shah's regime.
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Jones cult figure faces Guyana murder hearing
Charles E. Beikman, a 20 year Peoples Temple veteran from Indianapolis, faces a preliminary hearing in Georgetown on charges of murdering Sharon Amos and her three children during the Jonestown killings. Larry Layton also faces murder charges in the Ryan ambush.
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Steiger Dies at 28 Years Old Former Wisconsin Representative
Wisconsin politics mourns the death of Jim Steiger who was first elected in 1966 at age 28, a Ways and Means member known for a proposed capital gains tax cut, and a reform advocate connected to the Ripon Society and GOP activism. The exact cause remained undetermined, with Steiger described as diabetic and in good health prior to death.
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Robbery Probe As Three Suspects Steal 1500
Roswell deputies begin an investigation into a weekend armed lounge robbery. Three suspects fled with fifteen hundred dollars as officers review clues and security footage amid ongoing inquiry.
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Rising hemlines spark optimism in fashion and footwear
Cincinnati AP reports fashion predicts higher hemlines as the U S Shoe Corp notes leg and ankle display boosts interest in shoes. Executives say bright collars and shorter dresses fuel optimism, with disco dancing possibly driving demand for high heels.
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