Blizzard Roars Over Michigan Heavy Winds Down Trees
A spring blizzard roared across Michigan with 75 mph winds, closing roads and causing extensive damage from Muskegon to Grand Haven along Lake Michigan. A horizontal tornado-like roll cloud flattened an 80 by 60 foot Grand Haven cement building, while zero visibility and drifting snow hampered travel.
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United Press International
Michigan
Muskegon
Grand Haven
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White honor student slain in unprovoked gang knife attack
In Philadelphia a 17 year old honors student was attacked by a group of teens as he returned from school. Norman Wilson Jr. 17, a gang member, admitted to the serious stabbing that pierced heart and lung. The victim's father pursued and helped capture one suspect after a shot was fired into the air. Police questioned hundreds of youths. a 14 year old witness named eight others. A blood stained 10 inch knife was recovered.
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Prince Named Andrew (Etc.) Prince Named Andrew (Etc.)
Britain announces the royal baby will be named Andrew Albert Christian Edward and be known as Prince Andrew. He is second in line to the throne behind his 11 year old brother Charles, with Queen Elizabeth II reigning since 1952.
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Britain
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Prince Charles
Sunny and Cool Weather Warms Sarasota by Wind
Minnie Mermaid notes warmup as north wind weakens in Sarasota. Noon temperature reported at 63 degrees with full details and tide table on page 12.
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Minnie Mermaid
Sarasota
Rioting Africans Burn Buildings Near Capetown
In Langa near Capetown, Africans protesting identity card laws burned a town hall library and a school as violence followed a day of clashes. Police reported 67 killed and 237 wounded across several villages with 54 dead and 191 injured in the Veereniging area.
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Tampa flood cleanup nears as thousands wait return
Tampa area floodwaters fell slowly as authorities prepared a broad recovery effort. More than 8 000 residents evacuated awaited a gigantic cleanup while officials sought state or federal aid and a disaster declaration to unlock loans and mortgage relief.
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UPI
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Tallahassee
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Eight Children Killed As Train Hits Alabama School Bus
A freight train struck a school bus at a Wilcox County crossing today killing seven children instantly and another at Memorial Hospital. Fourteen children were injured, with most sustaining bruises or broken bones. two to three in serious condition. The crash occurred near Camden 65 miles from Montgomery, as responders rushed from Mobile.
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Cuban Americans face revolutionary court in Cuba
Revolucion reports two Americans captured when their Piper Comanche was shot down near Matanzas will be tried by a revolutionary court. Four Cubans at the scene also face trial in Matanzas. Pilot Howard Rundquist of Miami was wounded. co pilot W J Shergales of West Hollywood escaped. Plane based in Florida. Fidel Castro allegedly investigating.
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Famous Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo To Appear In Sarasota
Tickets go on sale at Municipal Auditorium at 6 30 tonight for Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo in Sarasota. The program features Nina Novak Nathalie Krassowska Irina Borowska George Zoritch Alan Howard and 32 others with proceeds aiding the United Appeal drive.
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Municipal Auditorium
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Irina Borowska
George Zoritch
Alan Howard
United Appeal Fund
Plaque A Debate Over City Police Station Honor Ends
City commissioners wrestle over discarding a $205 bronze plaque for the new police station. In a reconvened session, Marable Binns and Hoersting vote to throw away the second plaque while questions about legality and notice loom. Kensington Park noted as two time Florida Builders Award winner.
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Frank Hoersting
Robert N. Wilson
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Lido Beach
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Hoersting
Haye
Robert Anson
Binns
Hayo
Anson
Kensington Park
Florida Builders’ Award
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