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Winchester Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1979

Page

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Israelis Pound Guerrillas After Border Raid

Israeli forces pounded Palestinian guerrillas in southern Lebanon after a border raid that killed six infiltrators. An Israeli soldier died and six others were wounded in the clash near Zarit, while another Easter Sunday encounter north of Jerusalem reported four Jordanian guerrillas killed.

Tel Aviv Israel Lebanon Zarit Mediterranean Jordan Jordan River Jerusalem Sidon Tyre Mount Hermon Beirut Palestine Liberation Organization Brussels Belgium

Day of Dove Is Over Union Spokesman Says

Newport News AP report details a large police and striker presence at Newport News Shipbuilding amid an 11 week strike. Over 60 arrested, injuries on both sides, and questions remain about escalation versus restraint as union hawks vow stronger action.

Newport News Newport News Shipbuilding United Steelworkers of America Bill James James Washington Avenue Newport News Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co

Oil embargo hits Egypt after Arab pact

The Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries expelled Egypt and announced a full embargo on oil shipments in response to Sadat's peace with Israel. CAPEC chair Omar Al Montasser announced the measure at a two day meeting as Egypt walked out, aligning with the Arab League boycott and seeking oil from outside the Arab world.

Kuwait Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries Egypt Omar al Montasser Arab League Anwar Sadat Israel Secmet Arab Fund For Social and Eeokeeane Development Arab Bank For Economic Development In Africa The Arab Mining Co

Four Charged in Waterbury Purolator Robbery Slayings

Police charged Lawrence Pelletier Donald Couture and Donna Couture Evelyn Vega with murder in the $1.8 million Purolator Security branch robbery in Waterbury where three security guards were killed. Investigators said cash jewelry and checks were stolen with portions recovered.

Waterbury Purpletor Securities, Inc Waterbury, Conn Purolator Security Inc Lawrence Pelletier Donald Couture Donna Couture Wallingford Evelyn Vega Purolator John T. Griffin Griffin Hartford U.S Lufthansa New York Kennedy International Airport Pele Headquartes Seereeee

Levee Breached Sparks Jackson Refugee Exodus

Record flood waters overflowed the Pearl River levee in Jackson Mississippi forcing thousands from their homes. Officials warned of slow relief as the river crested around 43.1 feet amid threats of more rain and widespread evacuations across affected counties.

Jackson Miss Pearl River Robert C. Travis Carter Mississippi National Weather Service Carroll Fulgham Weather Service Skip Ely

Iran Faces New Explosion as Rival Groups Clash

Iran's new provisional government faces tension as rival factions collide while unemployment and discontent grow. Taleghani Gate clashes spark protests in Tehran, with Taleghani's family targeted and leftist groups claiming ties to Taleghani's influence.

Tehran Iran Islamic Republic Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini Islamic Revolutionary Committee

Inside Today's Star Brown Declines

The page notes Handley High activity at Tether and references a Ke page. A teen story and school board mention appear with realtor terms and ongoing sessions. Local items outline daily happenings and community updates in brief, period tone.

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