TWA Jet Bombing Sparks Nationwide Airline Security Clampdown
A bomb damaged an unoccupied TWA jet in Las Vegas amid a $2 million extortion plot. The incident followed a bomb found on a TWA plane at Kennedy Airport, prompting unprecedented security at U.S. and overseas airports. FBI confirmed explosive found in luggage on a United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Seattle.
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Airlines tighten security after extortion scare
Uproar across the aviation industry as airports and carriers deploy strict measures. Passengers are interviewed, bags searched, and many flights face tightened procedures to prevent bomb threats linked to a $2 million extortion plot against Trans World Airlines.
Concon approves Dahood section in bill of rights
The Constitutional Convention advanced nine sections of the proposed bill of rights on Wednesday including a clause to restore worker redress under Workmen’s Compensation laws. Delegates cite Ashcraft vs. Montana Power Co. from 1971 as precedent and Dahood defends the provision as restoring rights prior to that ruling.
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Dad saves baby from bomb blast in Londonderry garage
A father rushed into a Londonderry garage as a 60 second timed bomb exploded nearby. He freed his 13 month old strapped to a car seat seconds before the blast, with workers and two youths with submachine guns present. Police identified the man and noted the garage and cars were wrecked. The incident occurred amid a larger guerrilla bombing assault on the city as security forces tightened controls. The report also references political and legal developments in Northern Ireland amid ongoing violence.
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Con con delegates clash over gun registration proposal
In Helena delegates debated firearm registration in a new constitution. An amendment banning registration failed 52 to 43 while a section protecting gun ownership passed. The dispute drew sportsmen groups and heated rhetoric about democracy and rights.
Crosswhite to lead administration at Warm Springs Hospital
Willis Crosswhite appointed administrator of Warm Springs State Hospital with duties shifting Monday to run business affairs. Dr. Stanley J. Rogers remains superintendent over medical treatment as the two officials split administration and medical duties to improve efficiency and patient care.
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Irish to Gather for 64th St Patrick Day Party
The Friendly Sons of St Patrick plan the 64th St Patrick Day celebration in Butte at the Finlen Hotel on Thursday March 16. A 7 pm dinner precedes a no host cocktail hour with invites extended to women and tickets limited to 400. Joseph B. McBride will be banquet speaker and James Carden will be master of ceremonies.
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Bulldog cage show headline on big page drive
Page 15 features the Bulldogs heading for a major cage showdown while Page 6 highlights a proposed education super board plan. Page 16 previews a wide tourney agenda and Sunday events. The Standard Humane Society calls for public funds to support its programs.
When sex and guns become debate props in Montana con con
A Missoula delegate at the Montana Constitutional Convention flashed a bumper sticker saying When sex is outlawed, only outlaws will have sex. Separately rifle and pistol enthusiasts displayed stickers claiming When guns are outlawed, only outlaws will have guns.
Butte International Snowmobile Races Launch Weekend Events
Contestants for the fourth annual Butte International Snowmobile Races are arriving in the Mining City with 400 to 500 expected by Sunday. A parade opened the week, with heat races Friday and Saturday, a queen pageant Friday night, and final races Sunday at Elk Park weather permitting.
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