Balance of political power shifts to South and West
The New York Times projects that after the 1980 census the South and West will hold a majority of House seats for the first time. New York could lose four seats, dropping to 35, while New Jersey falls to 14 and Florida gains five to reach 20. California shows no net gain.
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Anaconda votes on citywide SID for street bonds fails
Private property protests totaling 10.7 million square feet, 55 percent of district land, trigger rejection of a 4.15 million bond plan for street reconstruction. Protests, tabulated by Jan 29, could prevent creation of the SID despite prior council action and related street projects continue with grant funds.
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Guns Fall Silent as Lebanon War Ends in Cease-fire
The cease-fire in Lebanon held after intense clashes across the country killing 61 and wounding 100 plus. Leaders from Christian and Muslim factions hailed Syria mediated terms and a proposed second republic with France and Syria as co guarantors though Paris sought details. Arafat ordered lethal action against looters while Gaza's looting continued and Spinney's department store was looted for 625000 dollars.
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Boy Scouts Rule Out Women Leaders Amid Controversy
National BSA president says boys need male leadership and the movement has barred women from top roles. The flap follows a Glen Burnie Maryland Cub Pack 471 charter revocation after Marjorie Ripple served as Cubmaster, prompting sociologist advice and debate.
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Montana Board of Livestock approves cattle sale payment rules
The Montana Board of Livestock passes rules to ensure payment to cattlemen when selling at out-of-state auctions. Breeding associations and testing stations must post bonds, hold funds in custodial Montana accounts, obtain permits 60 days before sales, and disclose charges. Exemptions include producers selling only their own cattle. The rules take effect June 1 and aim to prevent nonpayment.
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Tens of thousands join March for Life protests in Washington
Thousands rally in Lafayette Park and the Ellipse calling for a constitutional amendment to ban abortion. Organizers and groups lobby Justice, HEW, and the Domestic Council as Capitol steps draw 15 000 to 18 000 people amid cold wind and chants.
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Man Accused in Waterbed Attempted Drowning Case
In Mountain View California Mark Bates a 23 year old Stanford Hospital orderly is accused by his wife Cheryl 23 of pushing her onto a waterbed slashing it with a knife and forcing her head under water. Bates was arrested while driving from their home and booked on multiple counts including attempted murder drunken driving and resisting arrest.
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Area weather cooling trend and scattered snow showers
A cooling trend brings scattered snow showers as the region stays near freezing. Today's outlook lists 32 degrees with a light 10 mph wind, with the forecast continuing through the day.
Nuns Face Zoning Charges in Glen Ridge New Jersey
Five Sisters of Charity nuns are charged with violating a one family zoning rule by living in a single residence and violating a vehicle limit rule as neighbors complain about parked cars. The nuns face fines up to twenty thousand dollars and will appear in Municipal Court next month.
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Sanford's Demo Balloon Shows Signs of Deflating
The piece notes former North Carolina Governor may quit the Democratic presidential race, while Ford leads Reagan 53 to 42 among GOP voters per a Gallup poll. Reagan aides dismiss poll impact. Ford eyes running mates Elliott Richardson, Brooke, Baker, Brock, Percy. Carter, in Iowa caucus aftermath, opposes abortion and backs mandatory busing, with no constitutional ban. A report claims Edmund Brown Jr. may enter California's Democratic primary, but a spokesman denied it.
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Helena Lawyer James T. Harrison Jr Announces Run for Attorney General
Helena lawyer and former Montana legislator James T. Harrison Jr, a Republican, said on Thursday he will seek the attorney general post. Harrison, 36, served in the Montana House as majority leader and in the Senate, has practiced law in Helena since 1966, and is the son of the Montana Supreme Court chief justice.
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Tom” Harrison Jr
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Great Falls lawyer seeks Senate seat
Great Falls lawyer John F. Tierney announces candidacy for the U S Senate seat held by Mike Mansfield. Tierney, 39, a Republican, former Montana House member and president of the Trust Corporation of Montana, argues for smaller government and new Montana leadership. Mansfield, 72, is in his 24th Senate term and may retire.
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