11 Dec 1976
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Newspaper
The Daily Mail
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1976
Page
1
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Navy Skyhawk and Marine F4 Phantom clashed during a joint exercise over the Atlantic near Cherry Point North Carolina. The unarmed heat seeking missile struck the Navy plane during target practice. the pilot Lt Jerome L Petykowski ejected and was treated for minor injuries.
Four youths with submachine guns abduct Antonio Maria de Oriol Urquijo, president of the Council of State, from his Madrid law office in a daylight operation. The kidnapping sparks protests against reform plans ahead of next week's national referendum and votes on elections and government structure.
Baton Rouge Louisiana authorities say about 10000 people returned to their homes after a 42 mile long yellow green gas cloud from a ruptured Allied Chemical Co tank drifted away in light wind and rain. No injuries were reported and bridges were closed while evacuees, including 6000 Southern University dorm residents, were kept out of the area. The cause of the rupture was not known and officials worked to reduce flow with partial patching and water spray to neutralize the gas.
A stage set collapsed during the Chicago Bar Association Christmas show at the Conrad Hilton Hotel injuring at least 10 people and leaving 1,600 in the audience in shock. Police described a frightening collapse as the curtain fell toward the orchestra and audience.
The EPA orders Chrysler to recall 28 000 1973 and 1975 model cars including Cordoba Newport Fury Monaco Charger SE and Caronnet due to carburetor design causing excessive emissions and misadjustment by dealers. Chrysler must provide a free fix within 45 days to meet federal standards.
The Maryland lottery Numbers Gate daily draw in Baltimore announced a winning number Friday. The pattern showed a single digit result, but the fragment provides no further details on the number or prize.
U S relations with South Korea deteriorate amid reports of influence buying on Capitol Hill. Diplomatic tensions flare as KCIA shakeup and alleged payments to U S lawmakers fuel mutual recriminations.
The Ford administration moves to develop an Army attack helicopter with a potential $3.6 billion price tag. An Army contract of $317.7 million was awarded to Hughes Helicopters for a 388 aircraft program, while Carter would decide on full production and possible cancellation penalties.
Secretary of State Henry Kissinger ruled out a new meeting with Rhodesian Prime Minister Ian Smith to discuss the Kissinger plan. He said no need for further talks as Geneva negotiations proceed and black groups push for accelerated black rule while whites keep defense and police control for a two tier interim government.
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