New Kent State president pledges better times ahead
Dr Brage Golding, 57, named eighth Kent State president replacing Glenn Olds. He comes from San Diego State, founded Wright State, and promises open doors and student input while addressing campus issues and Tent City protests over a new recreation building near May 4, 1970 sites. He plans summer campus visits and aims to resolve faculty student problems early.
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Gorillas Greeting Zoo Keeper Sparks Friendly Tension
Zookeeper Hans Vieming spotted Josephine the gorilla in a Toronto Zoo pen corner. The primate appeared cautious at first but then greeted him, gripping his head and rubbing noses in a surprising display of friendliness.
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Morse code plea from hostages as Assen crisis lingers
In Assen Netherlands a 19 day siege continues as 51 hostages aboard a hijacked train send Morse code pleas to be freed. Authorities warn force may be used if negotiations fail while other gunmen hold four teachers at Levensmide Elementary School.
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House panel cripples Carter energy plans
Washington AP reports the House Ways and Means Committee rejected major parts of President Carter energy tax proposals. A 27-10 vote scrapped a 5-cent per gallon standby tax, a $500 rebate plan for fuel-efficient cars, and a tax up to $2,500 on poor mileage vehicles. The panel also moved to delay the tax and strip the state local gasoline tax deduction, signaling limited odds for reversal as final bill form looms.
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Vesco to Leave Costa Rica Amid Embezzlement Claims
World brief reports Vesco, a U S delinquent financier, plans to exit his Costa Rica haven as charges of embezzlement and illegal political contributions loom. Speculation places him in Panama or Bahamas where he owns about 50 million dollars in holdings and a 1973 U S extradition dispute is noted.
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Greek octuplets die after birth at Hygeia Hospital
In Athens a Greek woman using fertility drugs loses two of her octuplets born in a 10 minute delivery. Six other preemie babies died earlier or later from respiratory complications, leaving the mother Cleo Zerbini and husband Nicholas reflecting on the tragedy.
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Carter hiring leaves minorities underrepresented in top posts
Washington AP reports that 76 percent of the 265 top positions in the Carter administration are filled by whites. Women hold 14 percent and Blacks percent with Hispanics 4 percent. two women serve in Cabinet, while one Black is in the Cabinet. White House aides note limited appointments and mixed reactions from Black and women’s groups, with leaders urging more high level inclusion.
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