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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1973
Page
7
Sherry Phillips of Burwell Nebraska is described as facing a difficult period. The report notes local hardship and community concern as she navigates personal and financial stress in Burwell.
Ex-president Duong Van Minh accuses the Saigon government of oppressing non Communist opponents as Paris talks between Kissinger and Tho begin. Saigon reports a Soviet heat seeking missile downed a CH47 in the Saigon area, with 55 enemy fatalities in two clashes. Major fighting includes Kontum area and Binh Dinh with significant losses on both sides.
An AP report describes the TU144 crash at the Paris air show in Goussainville. The four engine Soviet jet exploded during an exhibition flight, killing 14 people and injuring 28 as wreckage struck houses and a school. Investigators began examining the cause while witnesses recalled a low pass before the dive.
Central High School holds commencement for 247 seniors in Thomas County Stadium with top honor students, student speakers, and Randall Copeland delivering the keynote. The ceremony features the alma mater, a class motto, and diplomas presented by Principal Wallace Childs and board members.
Patrolman R L Talmadge announced the formation of Thomasville Chapter 25 of the Georgia Fraternal Order of Police with 25 charter members. Temporary officers include Alex Butler Kenneth Collins P W Chastain Dan Fussell A A Simmons Jack Bell and T C Smith. Meeting Tuesday at 7 p m will elect permanent officers and location will be announced. The group stresses community service and denies union ties.
Paul Clifton Searcy longtime Thomasville civic leader and former banker died of cancer Sunday morning at age 82 after a long illness. He served as chairman of the Thomas County Commission president of the Chamber of Commerce and commander of American Legion Post No 31. Rites scheduled for Tuesday.
Skylab astronauts await word on a potential space walk to free a jammed solar panel. If successful the move could nearly double power aboard the station and extend the 28 day mission by up to 10 days. Commander Charles Conrad Jr leading the decision and timing, with mission control and astronauts holding a conference to review procedures.
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