Rescission Rejected as ERA Extension Nears Passage
The Senate rejected Sen. Jake Garn’s bid to allow states that ratified the ERA to rescind time extensions, moving the ERA extension closer to final passage with a Friday vote. The debate included Bayh urging state withdrawal rights and Carter urging opposition to Garn.
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Frederick County School Board eyeing Middletown elementary site
Frederick County School Board advances plans for a new Middletown elementary school. No site announcement yet as officials weigh options. Civil Air Patrol training at Winchester Airport featured in Area News.
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Funeral for Pope John Paul I Draws Global Mourning
Cardinals and mourners fill St Peter's Square as Pope John Paul I is buried after a 34 day reign. The funeral Mass in St Peter's Basilica features Confalonieri presiding, while tens of thousands watch and millions more via television. 750000 mourners view the body. 5000 security personnel guard the event. Presidents and lawmakers attend the international delegation. nine American cardinals prepare for the conclave to elect a successor.
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Washington
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Philadelphia
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Detroit
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Chicago
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St. Louis
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War Escalates in Lebanon as Syrian Attacks Hit Beirut
Beirut and East Beirut faced intense shelling with Voice of Lebanon counting over 500 dead or wounded in the prior 24 hours. Three guards were hurt when shells struck Baabda presidential palace as President Sarkis held cabinet talks. Police tallies put Lebanese casualties at 250 killed and 500 plus wounded since renewed fighting began last Wednesday. Communications to Lebanon were severed. radio remained the sole information channel.
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Visas Granted for Rhodesian Leaders by Carter Admin
The Carter administration decided to issue visas to Rhodesian Prime Minister Ian Smith and three black members of Rhodesia's Executive Council. The officials expect a late afternoon announcement with Smith and Rev. Ndabaningi Sithole likely traveling to New York and then Washington early next week.
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Carter Pursues Veto Of 10.2 Billion Public Works Bill
President Carter sends top officials to Capitol Hill to rally votes against the 10.2 billion public works measure he calls inflationary and wasteful. House Speaker ONeill and Senate Leader Byrd pledge to veto override if needed while a White House briefing highlights projected costs and inflation risks.
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Strasburg Firm Signs Contract With Newsweek
Shenandoah Valley Press Inc in Strasburg signs a 10-year deal to print and distribute Newsweek weekly sections. The plan includes a $4 million expansion, 50 new jobs, and phased production from 1978 into 1979 with 500000 32 page sections and later 500000 full size copies.
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Strasburg Company
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Winchester
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Reduced charges in shooting deaths in Spotsylvania case
A 14-year-old Spotsylvania County youth was convicted of voluntary manslaughter in the killings of his parents and a brother and felonious assault in injuring two other brothers. Sentencing is postponed for evaluation of treatment options. maximums could total 60 months plus psychiatric care.
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Cox
Rappahannock
Richmond Times- Dispatch
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Will Virginia residents face intestate fate in this spoof
Part II in a Series by George M. Stoddart satirically outlines Virginia inheritance pitfalls if one dies without a will. The mock document details guardianship, bonds, and tax issues, citing a Winchester attorney’s take on probate sureties and costs.
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