Arizona corridor fuels U S drug smuggling network
An investigative report details how Arizona serves as a direct route for heroin and cocaine from Mexico into the United States. It describes 23 major rings, backing from Cosa Nostra families, and about 800 pilots operating across the border. The piece traces heroin and marijuana sources to Sierra Madre mountains and notes involvement of lawyers and businessmen. It also recounts Mafia links and a 1971–72 border area contacts, plus a presidential note from 1972.
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Two Indictments in Amherst Probe Spark New Inquiry
A jury indicts Koppenhafer and Miss Rumstead as it plans to resume April 12 to investigate “other matters involving” Amherst. The panel examines administration of Mayor DePaola, with Judge Mikus noting the potential need for a special prosecutor if Grunda’s office is too involved.
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City panel backs half per cent income tax to curb woes
A bipartisan panel urged a united front as city leaders face severe budget gaps. The proposed half per cent income tax increase targets June 7 ballot placement, with council set to approve around $12 million in annual spending and 23 layoffs to preserve essential services. City leaders expect a three year path of cuts and revenue moves to exit financial chaos. The report notes deep spending cuts and layoffs while aiming to lift finances over time.
Kremlin move may aid B1 bomber in Carter approval
Washington officials say no need to rush U.S. weapons programs despite Russia rejecting the Carter administration nuclear limits. The Kremlin’s stance could bolster the B1 bomber’s prospects for continued production and presidential approval.
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Singapore Airlines Wins Air Transport World Award
Singapore Airlines received the annual airline jet service award from Air Transport World. The carrier, now offering sleeperette accommodation on 747s, serves 28 cities in 23 countries and plans to buy two more 747s to meet rising passenger demand.
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Cement Truck Sinks in Bog Delays Daylong Repair Scene
In Warrenton Oregon a cement truck bogged in a swampy lane while road work began. Firefighters pumped 4000 gallons to loosen cement before a crane battled engine trouble and repairs ran long. Water mains were broken and crews labored to restore service.
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Folger Coffee raises wholesale price to record $4.43
Folger Coffee Co raised its wholesale ground coffee price by 25 cents per pound, marking the 10th hike in seven months. The new price of $4.43 a pound is expected to show on supermarket shelves in early June, after base price increases from $1.98 last August. Folger, a Procter & Gamble unit in Cincinnati, cites ongoing rises in green coffee prices in Central and South America.
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Plastics used to rebuild teeth
University of Texas Dental Branch professor Dr. Frank Faunce says age of plastics enables reconstructing damaged teeth with less pain and cost. A dilute phosphoric acid etches enamel then preformed plastic is placed over the tooth to rebuild fractured areas.
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Lorain County S&T Elects Two New Board Members
Lorain County Savings and Trust Co. elected Anthony Laudani and Robert E. O’Donnell to the board at the annual Elyria Country Club meeting. They fill two vacancies created by retirements Chauncey Smythe W L Walsh and Ellsworth Schneider. The board plans to fill the third director later.
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Bradley GT car kit draws crowds at Midway Mall
Norman Ingold, Bradley Automotive area sales rep, showcases a Bradley GT model at Midway Mall through Sunday. His wife Marie takes a turn, as the kit car, built on a Volkswagen chassis, appeals to buyers who assemble and customize their own sports car.
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Ohio cigarette bootleg sales called huge in state
Sen. Charles Butts said Ohio bootlegging is a large business, proposing a mandatory one to ten year sentence for possessing over $60 worth of out of state cigarettes. He cited Ohio losses of 20 to 30 million dollars yearly and described bootleggers as racketeers profiting from tax differentials between Kentucky North Carolina and Ohio.
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Grain prices fall as markets close amid Carter energy talks
Ohio elevators report mixed cash grain prices with No. 2 wheat around 2.00 to 2.31 per bushel and soybeans near 8.35 to 8.55 as prices drift lower. Analysts cite disappointment over a rally and energy policy uncertainty as key factors behind the declines across Northeast Northwest and Central Ohio markets.
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