Ex-Paratrooper Hijacker Identified in Air Piracy Case
The man known as Richard C. LaPoint, 23, a former Army paratrooper and beach bum, hijacked a Hughes Airwest DC-9 in Las Vegas with a $50,000 ransom and two parachutes. He bailed out near Akron Colorado after freeing 51 passengers and two crew members, guiding authorities to his capture. The Air Force dispatched two F111s to pursue the aircraft.
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Chicken Thighs Now An Excellent Value
Chicken thighs offer high quality protein at a modest price and cook quickly in two simple recipes. The tomato cream dish uses flour browned thighs simmered in tomato sauce with zucchini and sour cream. The curry bake blends honey mustard lemon onion and curry with almonds for a quick flavorful meal.
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Glamorous Fruits Bright Citrus Varieties for Spring
A feature on citrus fruits highlights varieties like Tangelo Valencia and Murcott, noting their flavors, textures, and uses. It discusses how citrus adds sparkle to meals and makes thoughtful gifts, with comments on nutrition and year round availability.
Muskie Gains 12th Endorsement As Williams Plans Reveal
United Press International reports Sen. Edmund Muskie of Maine adds Harri son A. Williams of New Jersey as his 12th senator backer. Williams will announce with Muskie in Washington Monday, while Philadelphia mayor Frank L. Rizzo withholds endorsement.
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Air Force pledges aid after hijacking attempt in New England
SAC commander in Omaha pledged military help to deter future hijackings. The article links LaPoint to the DB Cooper case, noting his pale appearance and long police record in Seabrook and nearby Massachusetts towns. Neighbors recall his Army departure and erratic behavior after that incident.
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Boston Bill Would Ban Pay Toilets
Henry L. Keller, researcher at a Boston hospital, testifies at a legislative hearing in favor of a bill to outlaw pay toilets claiming it would ease discomfort and make life happier by stopping companies profiting from forced payments.
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Evil Woman Charged After Driggs Farm Family Slayings
Joyce Diane Fry 22 of San Diego had first degree murder charges dropped and faces a grand larceny car charge in the killings of three Mexican American brothers near Driggs. Michael Rennpage 27 of Sacramento pleaded guilty to three counts of second degree murder.
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