Duke Morrison’s early years and rise to USC football stardom
Marion Duke Morrison, later known as John Wayne, grew up moving often from Iowa to California. He faced poverty in Palmdale and Glendale, earned the nickname Duke, worked from a young age, and found a passion for movies before winning a football scholarship at USC in 1925. In 1926 he met Tom Mix and John Ford, setting his future course.
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Two area strikes linger as union cites cost issues
In Syracuse plant talks the three year pact faces a 7 million dollar cost and keeps cost of living provisions from the expired contract. Union rep Lou Thomas said impasse clouds progress with no talks scheduled, while fringe benefits like dental plans remain key. Salaried workers prepared to stay 12 hour shifts during a 24 hour operation to avoid equipment damage, with a June 1976 two day strike having led to a ratified contract. OCWA striker numbers include 35 Teamsters Local 317 members, as John Welch contemplates a court injunction to halt further action under Taylor Law penalties. Tom Hall says union seeks 10 percent pay gain against offers of 7 percent, with inflation eroding workers’ purchasing power.
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Tugboat strike near end in New York harbor labor talks
Negotiators say the 74 day tugboat strike may end this week as crewmen agree with towing industry reps on jurisdiction. Moran Towing and Ira S. Bushey withdrew from the Marine Towing and Transportation Employers Association, leaving 2,800 Local 333 ILA members to negotiate separately. Talks resume today to settle wages benefits and other issues.
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Albany Assembly approves tax cut to 10 percent
The New York Assembly voted to cut the maximum personal income tax from 12 to 10 percent over two years. The bill mirrors Senate action and now heads to Gov. Carey for signing. Democrats defeated nine Republican amendments seeking about 552 million dollars in tax relief.
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Waynе Cancer Fund Gathers Momentum
Hollywood AP donations pour into UCLA Medical Center for the John Wayne Cancer Fund honoring the late screen legend. Bernard Strohm notes many gifts in the thousands and numerous small donations. funds benefit UCLA, with the family requesting gifts in lieu of flowers. Colleagues mourn Wayne, praising his 50-year career as Jack Valenti calls him a towering figure.
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Extra aid bill eyed for city funds in New York state
Buffalo Yonkers and Niagara Falls seek extra funds while House Democrats prevail. Lombardi questions future city over spending versus prudent budgeting, arguing extra money rewards bad conduct. Senate leaders back consistent policy rewarding good fiscal conduct amid disputed loans and tax increases.
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