Former Rep Hanna Sentenced in Korean Influence Case
Former California Democrat Richard T. Hanna, the first congressman charged in the Korean influence buying scandal, was sentenced by Chief District Judge William Bryant to six months to 30 months in federal prison. Hanna expressed remorse and asked for atonement during the proceedings.
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Red Brigades issue ultimatum on Moro kidnap demand
An AP report from Rome says the Red Brigades delivered a fresh ultimatum to newspapers in Rome Genoa and Milan demanding the immediate release of 13 jailed terrorists in exchange for former Prime Minister Aldo Moro. The threat targets the 61 year old Christian Democratic leader unless concessions are made.
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Airlines clash over murmansk downing sparks international debate
TOKYO AP report says Korean Air Lines crew received no warning before being fired on by a Soviet MIG in Murmansk. Two passengers killed, 10 wounded. Surviving 95 passengers and 11 of 13 crew taken to Helsinki by Pan American mercy flight.
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Climbers Celebrate Angels Landing Conquest in Zion Park
George Willig and Steve Mateus completed the 1500 foot Angels Landing climb in Zion National Park Utah and celebrated with meals. Willig ordered two cheeseburgers and iced tea while Mateus had chicken and milk. Also in the same report AP notes Will Geer died at 76 known for The Waltons and his McCarthy era blacklist era crusader status.
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Snyder High to Send Group to UIL State Contests in Austin
SHS will send several students to the UIL state contests in Austin on May 5 and 6. Winners from Odessa’s regional meet include Brian Lewallen in poetry interpretation, Sherilyn Campbell in prose reading and typing, and Chris Chamblee in science. The Snyder one act play seeks a fourth consecutive Class 3-A title after earning 11 of 21 regional awards.
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Officer Defends Gun Rules in New Orleans Speech
ATF Director Rex D. Davis rejected claims the Treasury rules amount to gun registration. He said the measures aim to curb criminal misuse while not hindering lawful possession, requiring serial numbers on new guns and 24 hour theft reports from sellers, plus quarterly sales totals without buyer identities.
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Nine Are Dead Plane Crash Probed in Indiana
Authorities sift debris from a twin engine plane that crashed and exploded 25 miles southeast of Indianapolis killing nine people including seven USAC officials and a medical staff member. Victims include Frank DelRey and Ray Marquett with other identified names and roles. Recovery hampered by mud in a cornfield as the plane went down near a farm house.
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Court Rejects Patty's Appeal in Hearst Case
The Supreme Court declined to review Patricia Hearst's 1976 bank robbery conviction. Justice Brennan would have limited review to jailhouse recordings. Hearst could seek reconsideration within 25 days. If imprisoned, she could serve 14 months before parole. The case stems from the 1974 Hibernia Bank robbery after her kidnapping by the Symbionese Liberation Army. See Patty Page 8.
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Absentee Voting Steady Near Scurry County Clerk
Absentee voting continued at the Scurry County Clerk's office as two election dates near. Democratic Primary absentee votes total 85, with Snyder residents casting about 80 ballots. City residents only vote in the liquor election. Primary is May 6, liquor election May 4. Absentee deadline for the primary is May 2, liquor May 4.
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Weather snapshot for Snyder and west Texas forecast
The report notes Snyder temperatures with a high of 65 and a low of 47 on Saturday, 55 at 7 am Sunday, 62 high and 49 low with 53 at 7 am today, no precipitation, and 2.00 inches total for 1978. It predicts fair conditions across West Texas, with highs mid 70s to mid 90s from Panda to Big Bend and lows from mid 40s to low 50s, except near 40 in the mountains.
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