Thousands mourn Elvis as flowers given from 3116 displays
Fans slept on Memphis sidewalks to claim flowers from Elvis Presley's funeral bouquets as 3116 floral displays surrounding his crypt were distributed to mourners who couldn't view the body. The white funeral included a royal procession from Graceland to Forest Hill Cemetery.
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Congress Seeks More Answers From Lance Inquiry
President Carter backs Bert Lance amid a banking probe. Comptroller John Heimann says no charges yet and Lance will testify as Congress questions Lance’s finances and past banking ties. House subcommittee eyes banking-law changes as inquiries continue.
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Ill
House
Smallest July CPI Rise in Seven Months Says Government
The July Consumer Price Index rose 0.4 percent the smallest gain in seven months as lower grocery prices appeared on shelves. Food bought in grocery stores fell 0.1 percent, while overall inflation remained manageable with gains in autos, housing, and services. GNP growth for Q2 was 6.1 percent with corporate profits up 14.3 billion, and earnings power slightly down due to fewer hours worked. The CPI indicates inflation easing toward year end with a 4.8 percent annualized rate if trends hold.
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Major Earthquake Rattles Indian Ocean Region
A powerful quake reported in the Indian Ocean between Australia and Indonesia disrupted Western Australia with tremors lasting over an hour. Seismologists pegged magnitude between 7 and 8.9 as Port Hedland and Perth experienced shaking without immediate damage or tsunami reports.
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Cause of Fire Today
A Stephenson industrial park fire earlier today is ruled arson. Deputy Robert Connolly collected floor samples at the origin. accelerants are suspected and will be chemically analyzed. Clearbrook Volunteer Fire Co. responded at 6 am to a converted farm building with a vacant warehouse section. Jackson Plumbing and Heating nearby was not damaged. Winchester fire officials aided the probe.
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Humphrey Faces Terminal Cancer Battle
Hubert Humphrey, 66, after surgery for a blocked intestine, is diagnosed with an inoperable pelvic tumor likely terminal. Dr. John Najarian says the cancer cannot be removed and while chemotherapy may hold it in check, it cannot be cured. Humphrey aims to resume Senate duties by September if no complications arise.
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Carter say three West Bank camps built by illegal acts
The Carter administration criticizes three new West Bank settlements as illegal acts and obstacles to talks toward Mideast peace. Israel denies the charge, saying negotiations with the Arabs continue. Israeli UN envoy Herzog accuses the U N of double standards over Palestinian acts.
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Child Development Center featured in Stephens City weekly page
The Child Development Center in Stephens City is highlighted in a weekly Country Roads feature and photographed on today’s Area News page. A Clarke County Fair preview notes its start on Monday with highlights and events listed.
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