28 Oct 1977
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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1977
Page
1
The government reported September leading indicators up three tenths of 1 percent marking a third straight rise as the economy shakes off a summer slowdown. Revised August figures show a 1.4 percent jump, among the largest monthly gains in two years.
Maurits Caransa the 61 year old Dutch hotel and club owner was grabbed by about five men outside the Continental Club after a bridge game. A telephone caller claimed responsibility for the kidnapping on behalf of West Germany's Red Army Faction. No injuries were reported.
In RichmondAP poll studying endorsements among people named for famous Virginians Thomas Jefferson backs Dalton while George Washington supports Howell. John Marshall declines comment and Jefferson Davis undecided. Efforts to reach Lee Mason Adams unsuccessful.
Gov Mills Godwin announced state employees with at least five years service will receive cash for 25 percent of unused sick leave to be paid starting Nov 1. He said the plan, funded by a 46.9 million surplus, costs 1.3 million from the general fund and 892 thousand from special funds annually. He denied political motivation, and noted further reviews of salaries and benefits.
Washington observes Jimmy Carter aging with 280 days in office showing lines and furrows yet his work ethic remains praised. Report notes his stamina during a cross country trip and prepares for a 25 000 mile nine country tour starting November 22 with aides joking about resignations and loyalty.
Frederick County officials consider tunneling Apple Pie Ridge Road under Rt. 37 to serve a new high school. Preliminary costs run about 500000 with funding from road funds. A six year plan may include the project if approved by the board.
Sen. Harry F. Byrd Jr. declines to publicly endorse Democrat Henry Howell, signaling support for Republican Lt. Gov. John Dalton. A letter to Durwood Gardner shows Byrd calling Howell erratic, with mutual friends leaning Dalton. The letter's release follows Byrd family and newspaper endorsements hinting at Dalton backing.
A school bus experienced brake failure yesterday afternoon causing a collision with a parked Volkswagen wedged between the disabled bus and a second car on Country Roads. No injuries are noted and details appear in the area coverage.
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