China Faces Imminent Major Earthquake Warnings
Foreign residents left Beijing and Tianjin for safety as Tangshan tremor aftershocks reached 110, averaging nearly five per hour. Seismologists warned a new major quake could strike, marking the third alert since Friday. David Dean, deputy chief of the U.S. embassy, commented.
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Death rate hits historic low in United States
Census figures show 1.91 million deaths in 1975 and a death rate of 8.9 per 1000, the lowest since 1900 for the rate and the first time below nine per 1000 since records began. Major causes shifts include declines in heart disease, strokes, and traffic deaths, with cancers and murder rising slightly.
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Last Americans Fly Out of Saigon Ending Vietnam Era Ties
Forty nine U S citizens and dependents left Saigon for Bangkok under UN escort, marking the near end of a half million troop presence in Vietnam. Some prisoners and refugees recount life under chaos while a few regret leaving. Two men describe extended jail terms and evasive hiding before evacuation. Official Hanoi rationale for the move not given.
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Flood Toll Still Growing in Big Thompson Disaster
Survivors huddle on mountainsides as rains halt air rescues in Loveland Colorado. Officials say about 60 killed with dozens more feared dead. Gov. Lamm seeks federal disaster aid as rescue crews and National Guardsmen search the canyon.
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Ford Inching Ahead in Fight For Delegates
In the rush toward the Republican National Convention Ford leads in delegate counts with 1,105 to Reagan's 1,025 amid continued jockeying for votes. Reagan defends selecting Sen. Richard Schweiker as running mate, while Ford canvasses uncommitted delegates and Carter fades from the spotlight in Plains Georgia.
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Catholics Open 41st Congress in Philadelphia
The 41st International Eucharistic Congress opened in Philadelphia with a four hour parade from Independence Hall to the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul attended by 300000 people and 50000 participants. Cardinal James Knox led Mass and benediction as Pope Paul VI’s representative. President Ford to attend final liturgy as sessions focus on family life and world hunger amid dissents including Traditionist pushes and a women priesthood debate.
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Nell Boerner Retires After Long Hospital Service
Warren Memorial Hospital honors Nell Boerner as she steps down after a long career with rounds of parties and congratulations. The weekly Wire from Warren features the retirement story and photos. Local bank presidents say savings account charges are unlikely, contrasting with at least one Washington area bank. Hamfest note mentions Clarke venue for first annual event.
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