Embezzling risks highlighted by Tucson seminar
Dan Huff reports on a Tucson fraud seminar where Dr. Allan Levenson describes embezzlers as commonly trusted, middle class workers. Police details show repeat schemes can span years, with examples of check deposits, altered receipts, and fake refunds. Experts urge harsher penalties and stronger internal controls to deter theft.
Lions Club waiters raise funds for eye bank in Tucson
Arizona Lions Club members worked Oct 7 8 at Pizza Hut restaurants in eight Tucson chapters and raised over 7500 for sight conservation projects. Proceeds from large pizzas sold support eyeglasses eye exams eye surgery and the Arizona Eye Bank which arranges eye transplants from accident victims to recipients in Arizona and beyond. Ronnie W Clark Tucson Sunrise Lions Club president notes goal to expand the drive nationwide by 1979.
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FDA orders IUD patient booklets to be distributed
The FDA requires an easily understood brochure on the benefits and risks of intrauterine devices to be provided to every prospective IUD user starting Monday. Doctors must ensure reading time and opportunity for questions, with copies available in clinics and physicians offices. The commissioner's statement stresses informed patient participation and individualized contraception decisions. The leaflet lists conditions that may make IUDs unsuitable, including uterine abnormalities, allergies, anemia, infections, prior uterine surgery, recent pregnancy or abortion, and other health factors. The brochure is standardized across IUD types but varies by pregnancy and adverse reaction rates.
Auca Indians Ambush Three Oil Prospects in Ecuador
In western Ecuador, three oil prospectors were killed by Auca Indians after ignoring a crossed spears warning. Two survivors described nine, seven, and five spear wounds, with bodies found pinned to the ground. The attack echoes a 1956 massacre of missionaries by the Aucas.
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Zoo Friends Picnic At Randolph Park Tomorrow
Randolph Park Friends of the Zoo hosts a 3 to 5 30 p.m. picnic on zoo grounds with mes grilled hot dogs ranch beans chips and drinks. Guests pay 1 while members attend free. Guided tours depart Macaw Island at 3 4 and 5 p.m. Newborns will be available for petting. memberships at the entrance plaza include family 12 and individual 5.
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Land swindler sentenced in Arizona supply scam case
Clyde Dinnell Jr. was sentenced to one to four years in Arizona State Prison for land swindles in Maricopa and Apache counties. He pleaded guilty to sale of unregistered securities, false statements about land for sale, and presenting a false instrument for filing. His father faces trial on similar charges.
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Hit and run kills Tucson man on I 10 exit ramp
An 18 year old Tucson man, Francisco A. Rodriguez of 1506 W Sonora St, died last night after being struck by a gray Cadillac on the westbound 22nd Street Interstate 10 exit ramp. Police described the vehicle and are seeking the hit and run driver.
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Jury convicts Garcia in rape and kidnapping cases
A Pima County jury found Jesus Alvarez Garcia guilty of first degree rape and related charges in two July assaults on women who testified as prostitutes. The women, who admitted heroin addiction, described being picked up and driven to secluded spots where they were attacked. Garcia claimed they solicited him. Sentencing scheduled next month by Judge Ben Birdsall, with a possible 20 years to life.
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Carter reveals laser weapon for satellites in Senate talk
President Carter told congressmen the US is developing a satellite destroying laser system in response to Soviet killer satellites. The disclosure, reported by the Atlanta Journal Constitution, described a laser weapon capable of attacking as well as defending space assets. Detroit mother of 13 seeks $1 million from hospital after baby mix-up eight years ago.
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Flood relief loans opened for Santa Cruz Valley flood damage
President Carter declared parts of Santa Cruz Valley a disaster area after record flooding on October 9. Federal Disaster Assistance Administration officials will visit Tucson to arrange about 11.3 million dollars in aid for Pima Pinal and Santa Cruz counties to repair bridges roads and the Roger Road sewage plant. Eligible residents may apply at upcoming relief centers with tax relief information from the IRS.
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Lipptan horses withdraw from National Horse Show due to colds
New York AP report says the world famous Lippitan horse troupe pulled out of the National Horse Show after the horses contracted colds. Veterinarian Dr. Robert Cart called it a typical viral infection and noted the common illness.
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