Rep. Wayne Hays Resigns Amid Payroll Sex Scandal
Washington AP report says Ohio Democrat Wayne L. Hays quit Congress after two days of aide efforts to end an ethics panel probe into payroll sex allegations involving Elizabeth Ray. The resignation halts the House Ethics Committee inquiry and ends 28 years in Congress.
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Booker Will Serve 11 Month Sentence
Hillary Booker III was sentenced to 11 months in jail after a jury found him guilty of involuntary manslaughter in his son Hillary IV's death last November. Judge Woltz suspended the term until September 30 or until Booker gains employment, with potential work release if employed. Christine Booker was acquitted.
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Debates Set Between Carter and Ford September First
Carter and Ford agreed to three nationally televised debates beginning September 23 with topics on economy and domestic issues first, defense and foreign policy second, and a final open topic. A vice presidential debate featuring Dole and Mondale will follow after the second Ford-Carter event.
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Two Chemical Executives Acquitted of Conspiracy
In Alexandria Virginia two Allied Chemical Corp executives Frank L. Piguet and Gerald P. Williams were acquitted of conspiring to cover Kepone pollution in the James River. Judge Merhige ruled the evidence failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt. The trial followed a pollution episode affecting Chesapeake Bay fishing and worker health concerns. Williams declined comment while Piguet criticized government interpretation of the case.
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Reading and Spelling Tied to Phonics Literacy
The piece argues that look say destroys reading spelling and writing. It asserts reading writing and spelling are inseparable and must be taught together in early schooling. Phonics are presented as the effective path for decoding sounds and anchoring correct spelling.
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FBI says Kelley not considering resigning
The White House and Attorney General Levi consider a full report on Clarence Kelley after gifts from FBI officials. Kelley denies plans to resign or return gifts, while Levi reviews findings and weighs possible action.
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No Cause Is Found in Fire That Killed Two
A Shenandoah County fire in Toms Brook left two men dead with no cause initially identified. Victims were George M. Rickard, 33, and Albert Otto George, 38, found in the living room and bathroom of a trailer on U.S. 11. Authorities said foul play was not believed and no autopsy was ordered immediately.
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Clarke Compass highlights Civil Defense interest in Clarke County
In Clarke County the Weekly Clarke Compass features a profile of one resident deeply engaged in Civil Defense. The piece explores his motivations and community impact as the season opens in local sports.
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