Michigan Primary Ford Reagan Battle Signals Busy Election Day
Voters lined up as Maryland and Michigan polls opened amid uncertain weather. Early turnout appeared above normal in Baltimore while Michigan reported light turnout in Detroit and the Upper Peninsula as forecasts warned of showers potentially curbing participation in a high profile Democratic presidential race.
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Court upholds Ehrlichman conviction for office break in
The U.S. Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of former White House aide John Ehrlichman for violating Daniel Ellsberg's psychiatrist rights by authorizing the break in. The panel rejected the national security defense as overbroad and warned of abuse. Liddy’s similar conviction was also upheld. Ehrlichman faces a 20 month term.
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Byrd Declares Reelection as Independent Senator
Virginia Senator Harry F. Byrd Jr. announced he will seek another U S Senate term as an independent noting broad support across parties. His sole declared opponent is Democrat Elmo Zumwalt Jr. with Republican backing uncertain. Byrd has served since 1965 and remains on the Senate Finance and Armed Services panels.
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Battle Leaves 207 Dead in Beirut
Moslem and Christian forces battled from dusk to dawn in Beirut Lebanon. Police say at least 207 killed and 346 wounded with near 500 killed in three days. Hospitals report a crowded morgue as rockets and artillery hit residential areas. Dozens of buildings burned and fire brigades blocked by shrapnel. Kindergarten parents meeting May 19 7 p.m. Senseny Road School.
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No Frills in Handley Renovation Project Telling School Board
Winchester School Board weighs Handley High School renovation options with costs ranging from about 3 million for a basic upgrade to as high as 15 million when land and fees are included. Board member Massie Dorsey seeks more time to study plans before presenting to the Winchester City Council for funding.
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Typhoon Pamela Devastates Truk Island In Pacific
Typhoon Pamela struck Truk Island with up to 150 mph winds and heavy rains killing eight people and injuring others. Homes and crops were ruined on the atoll 600 miles southeast of Guam where a house was crushed by a mudslide. Rescue crews searched for survivors as NWS warned the storm would skirt Guam in three days.
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Retired Virginia Chief Justice John W Eggleston Dies
Former Virginia Supreme Court chief justice John W Eggleston died in Norfolk aged 89 near his 90th birthday. Appointed to the court in 1935 he served as chief justice from 1958 until his 1970 retirement.
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Clarke County Circuit Court hands down ten indictments
Yesterday in Clarke County Circuit Court ten indictments were handed down and a number of persons were sentenced. The Star notes a busy day with court actions and local justice coverage.
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