Ford to seek federal aid for New York City
President Ford plans a news conference to outline federal assistance for New York City amid financial troubles. Sources say aid would come as loan guarantees, contingent on self-help actions by New York State City bankers and unions, following a $205 million tax package approval in Albany.
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Snowy Weather With Heavy Snowfall Reduced Visibilities
Snow and blowing snow with heavy snowfall at times causing reduced visibilities. Accumulation of four inches or more before ending tonight. Highs in the mid 20s, turning colder with lows 10 to 15. Clearing early Thursday, then cold again by afternoon with highs in the low 20s. Easterly winds 15 to 20 mph this afternoon and tonight.
City discusses cemetery operation with funeral homes
Washington city council met with the owners of two local funeral homes to discuss paying cemetery fees. Mayor Harold Johnson said rules governing payments can be agreed to, with harmony reported by one spokesman. A recent council meeting reviewed possible changes after an outside auditing firm's report.
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Winter wheat crop outlook brightens
Rain and snow last week improved prospects for the 1976 U S winter wheat crop while drought and cold weather threaten the Soviet harvest. USDA cautions that it is too early for final forecasts as conditions in both nations remain unsettled.
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Thanksgiving Day Celebrations Across Nation Planned
Inmates at Cook County Jail will eat 2 500 pounds of turkey with bones removed to prevent weapon use. Macy's parade in New York City and a Hollywood to Las Vegas marathon are planned. A 300 mile Thanksgiving run features 61 to 76 year old men racing to Las Vegas against younger women. Governor Ray hosts senior citizens at the governor's mansion. U S service members worldwide receive substantial turkey and cranberry sauce portions as President Ford proclaims Thanksgiving a day of national gratitude.
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Woolly Worms and Sunspots Spar Over Winter Weather
Folklore believer Willie Smith predicts a mild winter based on maroon woolly worms while MIT meteorologist Hurd Willet cites sunspot data for a cold season. Climatologist Jack Willmon dismisses reliable forecasts, noting winter remains unpredictable. Local residents offer varied takes on bears, birds, and nests as indicators.
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Three die in Iowa storm and crashes crowd weekend travel
Weather across Iowa brought heavy snow and dangerous driving with at least three deaths. A Mount Pleasant crash killed Diane Bailey and David Wong, while Rex Johnston died shoveling snow in Oskaloosa.
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Optimist Club announces corn and bean yield winners
Keith Hora of Riverside repeats as corn champion with a 161 bushel per acre yield in the Washington Optimists Club Crop Yield Contest. Edwin Hora of Riverside wins soybean division with 59 bushels per acre. Richard Brinning of Keota is runner up in corn, Olen Bishop & Son of Wellman second in beans. The contest, sponsored with Iowa Crop Improvement Association, measured 19 corn and 13 bean entries, with awards planned at a January Optimists breakfast.
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