John Glenn Returns to Spotlight at 1976 Democratic Convention
John H. Glenn a 54 year old Ohio senator and former astronaut tops Carter vice presidential shortlist as 1976 Democratic National Convention opens in Madison Square Garden. He faces intense scrutiny on keynote night and could influence liberal support and ticket prospects. Glenn drafts his speech with aides and secretaries, seeking a strong crowd reaction.
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Christians Claiming Victories in Northern Lebanon War
Reports from Beiruit say Christian forces overran Moslem strongholds in Koura and closen on Tripoli while Palestinian communique cites Syrian troops pounding Nahr el Bared and Badawi camps. The toll from 15 months of civil war surpasses 32,000 dead.
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Carter awaits opening of Democratic National Convention
Jimmy Carter near nomination as the 37th Democratic National Convention opens at Madison Square Garden in New York. Interviews with seven vice presidential finalists in a bid to choose a running mate, with Carter delaying his pick until after the nomination.
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Brown stays in race as Carter lead grows
California Governor Edmund G. Brown insists he will remain in the Democratic presidential race though Carter holds a commanding delegate lead. Brown arrives in New York with his state delegation and says his name will be entered for nomination as balloting begins. Some Brown supporters expect him to withdraw later and pass their delegates to Carter to help seal the nomination. He vows to work for Carter if he remains the nominee. The AP tally shows Brown with 302 delegates while Carter has 1,653. The stock market meanwhile rises on rate outlook, the Dow up 3.44 to 1006.55 in early trading.
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Virginia Delegates Rally Behind Carter Ahead of Vote
Virginia's 45 votes on first ballot appear set for Carter with 9 for Udall as 14 of 22 uncommitted delegates publicly back Carter at a caucus. A running mate choice looms as Jerry Brown leads VP preference among 54 Virginia delegates, while Carter partisans plan celebratory lapel pins in Madison Square Garden.
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Opening schedule for Democratic National Convention night
New York AP reports the convention opens with Strauss invocation colors and remarks by Wilkins Paterson Krupsak and Beame. Temporary officers are appointed and a series of reports and films lead to speeches by Strauss Glenn and Jordan before benediction and recess.
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Farm Craft Days at Belle Grove Photo Feature
Over the weekend Belle Grove in Middletown hosts Farm Craft Days with a full page of accompanying photos. Wire from Warren reports a new mini mall will occupy space formerly used by a department store.
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