Sadat Arrives in Washington For Talks With Carter
Egypt's Anwar Sadat arrived in Washington to meet President Carter and discuss Middle East peace. Carter planned a formal dinner and expected Sadat to seek economic and military aid. Seated with Sadat at the arrival was Secretary of State Cyrus Vance as the two leaders prepared for discussions with Arab states.
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Anwar Sadat
Cyrus Vance
Washington
Carter
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Rabin
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Funeral costs spark push for tighter U S funeral controls
The FTC and Consumer Information Center scrutinize rising funeral expenses, urging clearer pricing and prearrangements. Industry leaders argue regulations overstate issues while a growing public seeks cost transparency amid high average funeral and grave costs. The piece notes pricing, preplanning options, and industry figures.
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FIC
Robert D. Williams
International Funeral Services, Inc
Des Moines
Iowa
Federal Consumer Information Center
Seattle
FTC
National Funeral Directors Association
Two Found Slain in Lorain Motel
Police investigators at the Grandview Motel in Lorain discovered a man and woman dead in a room. The deaths are being treated as either a double murder or a suicide pact. Names withheld until next of kin are notified. The woman, 24, appeared to have died from a gunshot wound while the man lay on the motel floor. Detectives awaited the coroner to move the bodies as the scene was secured.
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Kinshasa
Zaire
Mobutu Sese Seko
Cuba
Shaba
Soviet Union
Angola
Moise Tshombe
Katanga
Mobutu
Bumba Moasso
Lorain
Grandview
Wee Erie Ave
John Maimovsky
Onse
Ehdl
William Kistman
Malinovsky
Down payments rise as buyers strain to purchase new homes
The Federal Reserve reports that new home buyers need about $5,000 more for a down payment now than four years ago and face average mortgage payments over $300 higher. High earners with existing homes can manage costs, while overall demand remains strong despite inflation.
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Washington
UPI
Federal Reserve Board
Federal Reserve
Cleveland Man Admits Extortion and Hunger Strike Threats
Ashley Leach pleaded guilty to extortion and said he has begun a hunger strike that would end only when his former employer grants GI Bill benefits to the veterans it employs. The 31 year old Haathi ngon, W. Va., defendant spoke during a 15 minute closing as co-counsel for the defense. Jury deliberations were expected to follow.
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Cleveland
Ashley Leach
W. Vi
Maple
Rhodes blasts Columbia Gas planning as dismal
Ohio Governor James A. Rhodes harshly criticized the Columbia Gas System over winter service, urging immediate corrections to avoid a repeat of 1977 gas shortages. He spoke at a Columbus Rotary Club, warning that better utility planning is needed. Weather notes follow with rain and thunderstorms likely tonight.
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Columbus
James A. Rhodes
Columbia Gas System
Columbia
Rhodes
Ohio
Papp could have been freed with proper legal aid
Lorain County case notes that Timothy Papp might have gained freedom if an attorney had been provided during questioning. Sheriff Zieba disputes claims of misconduct and emphasizes the crucial role of legal counsel in locating Roxie Ann Keathley’s body and the admissibility of taped statements. The judge's ruling and potential appeals hinge on constitutional rights and the recent Supreme Court decision's impact on evidence.
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Timothy Papp
Roxie Ann Keathley
Henry Zieba
O. K. Tim
Zieba
Papp
U.S. District Court
Timothy Hogan
Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
Cincinnati
Roxie Ann
Genn
Is da
Ziera
Whie Papp
Hogan
U. S. Supreme Court
Williams
Lucasville
Black Salvation Part 1 Traces slavery era as collective crucifixion
A five part Easter series by Associated Press religion writer George W. Cornell examines Black Americans enduring slavery from 1619 Jamestown to post Civil War escape, portraying spiritual resilience and longing for liberation. The piece quotes Thelma Barnes and reflects on biblical parallels, urging focus on enduring faith and deliverance.
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Jesus
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Othor George W. Cornell
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