Pakistani jetliner crash leaves 156 dead near Jidda
A Pakistan International Airlines Boeing 707 carrying 145 passengers and 11 crew from Kano Nigeria to Karachi crashed near Jidda after taking off. Officials say no Americans or Europeans aboard and sabotage is possible though short circuit blamed by engineers.
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China backs U S in Iran crisis calls for diplomacy
China expressed concern over the Iran situation after three weeks of silence and urged respect for diplomatic immunities. The Foreign Ministry statement said internal affairs should be managed by each country, and hoped for a peaceful solution at a U N Security Council session.
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U.N. Debates U S Iran Crisis Over Hostage Standoff
The United Nations Security Council prepares to open discussions on the U S Iran crisis as the U S seeks a strong resolution demanding the release of 49 American hostages held in the Tehran embassy for three weeks. Ayatollah Khomeini calls for mobilization against the United States.
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Western Albemarle Hands Handley State Title Bid
Western Albemarle spoiled Handley's chances for the state AA football title on Saturday afternoon. The note appears in the sports section detailing the outcome and its impact on the Redskins title hopes.
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Hostage visit reports guards and crowd in Tehran
Rep. George Hansen described 49 American hostages at the U S Embassy in Tehran as loosely tied and housed around three to a room. He said some read and some rest on mats with little sun and limited clothing changes. He noted one hostage recovering from chicken pox and described the captives as anxious to contact families and end the crisis. Hansen, visiting the embassy, said the student captors blindfolded him and showed him the compound while hundreds outside chanted Yankee Go Home before switching to People Yes Carter No. He expressed initial fear but sensed a friendly crowd as he spoke with captives.
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Carter opposes Hansen mission over hostages in Iran
White House press secretary Jody Powell said the Carter administration opposes Rep. George Hansen personal talks with Iranian officials as it may prolong the release of 49 American hostages in Tehran. Powell noted Carter would not endorse congressional hearings into the Shah’s charges as leverage and refused to negotiate while captives remain.
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Maverick Nelson Reforms Lynchburg Mental Health Center
Ray Nelson, head of Lynchburg Training School and Hospital, launches rapid reforms after documenting horrific conditions at the facility. He orders staff to wear street clothes, unifies meals, and exposes neglect as politicians scrutinize the scandal, while deaths decline from 100 to 36 and investigations begin.
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