Quake swarm rattles Bay Area with 5.0 event felt near Berkeley
BERKELEY Calif AP A series of earthquakes jolted the San Francisco Bay Area with a 5 magnitude quake near Berkeley and Walnut Creek. No injuries reported minor damage noted. Center director Bruce Boldt called it a swarm and predicted more tremors over the next day, likely weaker in magnitude.
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Youth 17 labeled hardened criminal in Virginia killings
A Fairfax County judge sentenced 17 year old Kenneth Bryant of Owensboro Kentucky to life plus 70 years for killing James Cox the 7 Eleven manager in Groveton Virginia and wounding Mohammed Younes during robberies last August. Bryant admitted the killings and robbing the two sites and faces parole eligibility in 15 years if granted.
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Soviet party lauds record grain crop while warning of future problems
The Soviet Communist party praised farmers for a record grain harvest of 223.8 million tons but cautioned about new agricultural problem areas next year. The message, signed by the Central Committee, warned against self-satisfaction over 1976 results and noted weather could again turn adverse, urging readiness for the unexpected.
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Nixon seeks to bar White House tapes from television
Former President Richard Nixon asks the Supreme Court to keep Watergate tapes from public release citing potential harms. His appeal challenges a circuit ruling that tapes are no longer confidential and could be broadcast or sold if released. The case concerns control of Nixon era records and privacy interests.
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Jamaica gunmen attack Churchill cousin in Montego Bay suburb
Four men burst into Lady Sarah Spencer-Churchill’s home in a wealthy Montego Bay district. They abducted and raped her associate and shot a guest, then fled with cash and jewelry valued at about 4000. Police deployed squads to search a wooded area as investigators pursue arrests.
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Mexico ready to recognize Spain after long estrangement
Mexico signals intent to restore full ties with Spain by recognizing its government under King Juan Carlos. Foreign Affairs Secretary Santiago Roel says Spain has shown political maturity and Mexico hopes to formalize relations soon, ending decades of diplomatic strain dating to the Franco era.
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Jewish students to simulate life in Russia overnight
About 107 Louisville Jewish high school students will be locked in the Jewish Community Center for an overnight program simulating life for Jews in the Soviet Union. They will be interrogated by mock KGB agents, perform menial tasks, need exit visas, hear talks on persecution, speak with a Moscow teen via a live call, and end with a prisoner of conscience breakfast before leaving in the morning.
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Community Ad Listings and Local Supper Fundraiser
Local notices advertise farm equipment chains and a Canserville event with farm tractors trucks and autos. An oyster supper and target shoot fundraisers are planned at Ringgold Building with Saturday sessions and prizes. Community benefit project led by Pete Pack supports bed projects and related activities.
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Water Conditioners Offer Rent or Buy 1–Day Free Trial
Beavioqoft 733 0131 advertises water conditioners available for rent or purchase with a one day free trial. The brief notice emphasizes flexible terms and immediate delivery options for residential use.
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Still Target Shoot at No. American Rod & Gyn
A local target shoot event is set for Sunday January 9 at 1 pm hosted by No. American Rod and Gun. Grand prize is a Remington 876 TB shotgun with additional prizes including scopes and meals.
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Md Lottery Numbers Game Drawn Friday Result
Maryland daily Numbers Game result announced with the winning number drawn on Friday. The AP report notes the number and related details for players and prize eligibility.
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Maryland
Seminary confronts walkout aftermath aids enrollment rebound
Concordia Seminary in St Louis reports enrollment rebounded to 156 students after a 1974 mass walkout by most students and faculty over leadership disputes with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. The school cites repairs and improvements, including wiring for air conditioning and special electrical services, as factors.
Coast Guard eyes alive crew from Grand Zenith distress
Coast Guard officials say some of the 38 Taiwanese crewmen may survive after a five day search of the tanker Grand Zenith wreckage east of Cape Cod and near Halifax. Only two life jackets, a trunk, and a mattress were found as a fuel oil slick spread, with rescue teams focusing on the area as conditions threaten non survivors without proper protective gear.
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Fire destroys boxcar laden with gin near Baker Oregon
Firefighters aided by many volunteers battled a Union Pacific boxcar loaded with gin and whiskey near Baker Oregon. Sparks from braking ignited the wooden floor as the car bound for Seattle to supply the Washington Liquor Control Board burned. The area reeked of liquor long after the blaze was out.
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Union Pacific
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Snowman Missing After Snowy Build
Huntington police search for a nine foot snowman built Thursday by Mrs. David O'Neal her daughter and a friend. The figure vanished by Friday morning prompting an all-points bulletin as authorities hope to solve the odd case before warm weather ends the mystery.
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Raindrops win in Portland city council vote
Portland voters rejected a sidewalk cover rule as merchants faced down in a 4 to 1 council decision. Officials argued rain would still reach shoppers crossing streets, while supporters cited drought reducing perceived need for covers. Commissioner Connie McCready defended coping with rain over installing drips.
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