Carter breaks ties with Iran seals borders and expels diplomats
President Carter blames Ayatollah Khomeini for hostage crisis actions, declares suspension of most visa entries to Iranians, and orders most Iranian diplomats in the United States expelled. The Iranian Embassy in Washington and consulates in San Francisco Los Angeles Chicago Houston and New York are sealed.
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Hostages Families Brace Amid Friction With Iran
The report notes that families of hostages urge action as Tran-Iraq tensions rise and U S options narrow. Carter vows to cut remaining U S exports to Tran and ease claims against Iran for 159 corporations and individuals, including hostages and families, as the page directs to A-4.
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Khomeini Celebrates Break in Ties With United States
Ayatollah Khomeini hailed the severing of U S relations as final victory for Iran, calling it a good omen and urging celebration among Iranians. Iran’s Revolutionary Council denounced President Carter’s reprisals as imperialist plots, while blaming U S actions for regional tensions, including problems with Iraq.
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Tragic Ohio Turnpike Crash Kills Family of Four
A Michigan family of four died when their car was crushed between two semi trailers on the Ohio Turnpike under repair. Richard L. Wright 36 Janet Wright Andrew 8 Laura 6 perished. drivers Lehman 32 and Thingvold 39 treated for shock. Witness described car badly mangled and charred. engine ended up in back seat.
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Amherst budget deadlock deepens as veto blocks override
Amherst remains without a approved budget after Mayor Anthony DePaola vetoed the council’s Friday plan. The mayor threatens police layoffs and fuel cuts as a compromise remains elusive. A special meeting is planned for April 18 to consider revised proposals amid forecast showers and strong winds.
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Carter action favored Carter cuts Iran ties and hostages relief urged
Elyrians largely support President Carter breaking diplomatic relations with Iran and ordering diplomats to leave the United States as trade with Iran is halted. Voices urged stronger measures and allies cooperation while some caution about effectiveness and timing.
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Wellington chief under suspension
Wellington moves to suspend Police Chief W. Jay Cooper with pay until a public hearing on April 21 to address charges. Mayor Rudy Neumann cites orders to gather private life information on councilman Roger Hyde and to remove him, plus divisive statements about officers and drawing a revolver before staff.
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