Presbyterian Merger Talks Stall as Cooperation Wins
Southern Presbyterians reject plans to merge publications with the United Presbyterian Church within two years and approve a weaker cooperation proposal. Debates on union synods and social issues follow as both denominations consider future merger steps amid the 117th General Assembly in Nashville.
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Ministers warn against sect influence and partisan politics
In Richmond a group of black ministers heard a warning from Rev. Dr. Grady W. Powell about being used by sects such as the Moonies and against pulpit partisan politics. Powell urged opening leadership to women, merging black Baptist conventions, and monthly giving by churches.
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Anita Bryant Sighting in Bedford County Virginia
A Lynchburg newspaper reports singer Anita Bryant, known for campaigning to repeal Dade County Florida's gay rights ordinance, is rumored to be looking for a rural Bedford County home near Lynchburg. Bryant and her husband Robert Green and children own a Miami home valued at about 300000 dollars.
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Preliminary hearing set for Larry Robinson on felonious assault charge
A preliminary hearing for Larry Robinson, charged with felonious assault in the stabbing of his estranged wife, is scheduled for July 1 at the courthouse plaza. Evelyn Robinson, reportedly improving at Winchester Memorial Hospital after moving from ICU, is the alleged victim. Bond was set at 50,000 by Judge Carle F. Germelman. Robinson had appeared in Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court yesterday.
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TVA Charged With Failing to Comply With Clean Air Standards
A coalition of 11 environmental groups filed lawsuits in Kentucky Alabama and Tennessee alleging TVA coal plants polluted with sulfur dioxide. The suits target 10 of TVA's 12 plants claiming violations of federal clean air standards and EPA deadlines. The action seeks court orders to force compliance by the 1980 deadline. TVA disputes will raise rates and fights EPA enforcement in court.
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Miller Leans on Promise to Back Democratic Ticket
Andrew P. Miller says his pledge to back the party ticket stands despite losing the Virginia Democratic gubernatorial nomination to Henry Howell. He blames poor turnout from rain and voter apathy for the defeat and cautions about his political future.
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Licensing Gaps Highlight Water Well Contamination Debate
Pollution experts urge licenses for water well drillers and proper six foot bedrock grouting to prevent coliform contamination. Developers stress sealing a weir and case leaks. Chlorinators offered but misused as some homeowners forget to refill chemicals, confusing sulfur or iron odors with contamination.
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Weather outlook for Northern Valley this week
Variable cloudiness through Friday with a chance of a shower and cooler nights in the low 60s. Friday brings highs in the low 80s. Extended outlook shows showers Saturday and Monday, partly cloudy Sunday, turning warmer with 80s to 90s highs and 60s to 70s lows.
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Dumpster Fire at Henkel-Harris Factory in Winchester
A dumpster behind the Henkel-Harris furniture plant in Winchester caught fire shortly after midnight. Fire crews contained the blaze with no damage to the factory itself. Spontaneous ignition of oil-based rags in the dumpster was cited as the cause.
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Psychiatric Exam Ordered for Edwards
Judge Elliott Marshall ordered a psychiatric exam for Booker T. Edwards charged with child molesting and felonious assault of a 2 1/2 year old. Defense attorney J Eu Wetsel Jr requested the evaluation due to the charges and conversations with his client to determine if further examination is needed.
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