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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1978
Page
1
A large Memphis blackout blamed on sabotage disrupted city services amid police and fire strikes. National Guard and police tightened security as looting occurred, a baby was delivered by flashlight, and power outages affected water and the airport.
Frederick County School Trustee Duvall denied claims that the June meeting to select school board members was held in secret. He released a statement to rebut accusations and said the issue should be resolved before November’s referendum on how board members are chosen.
James Earl Ray testified before the House assassinations committee with heavy security denying he shot Martin Luther King. He recalled pleading guilty in 1969, claimed he was a pawn in a gun running setup, and alleged FBI involvement while insisting his testimony would suit a Memphis court.
The Senate weighs whether to back President Carter's tuition grants or a $500 per student tax credit as final action looms. The plan would fund up to 1800 yearly grants at low incomes rising to 250 at 25 000 income, with future increases and a 1984 expiry.
Washington AP supporters of a 39 month extension for ERA ratification hope momentum from a large House win will carry into the Senate where a filibuster is possible. The House approved 233 to 189 to extend the deadline to June 30 1982 and lawmakers predict the effort will face a contentious Senate battle.
A city man was shot last night. Photo and details appear on the Area News page. The report notes the incident and directs readers to Page 17 for coverage and context.
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