Kennedy Granted Secret Service Protection Amid Threats
President Carter ordered Secret Service protection for Senator Edward M. Kennedy after a surge in threats linked to his consideraton of challenging Carter for the 1980 Democratic nomination. Agents accompanied Kennedy from his Dirksen Building office as discussions with Kennedy aides continued.
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The Very Last Word Obituary Column Realities
A study of obituary writing reveals Star staffers rely on biographical files and funeral home data with obits often drafted by a secretary or Living Section editor. The piece notes the Times sets a high bar for notable figures while local obits stay concise, sometimes humorous, and often read aloud with regional context.
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Dacko Restores Republic in Central African Empire Coup
Former President David Dacko ousted Bokassa I and declared the Central African Empire a republic after 14 years of dictatorship. Looting followed, a curfew was set, and France dispatched troops to Bangui to aid in restoring order and safety.
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Gold Prices Slip in Europe After Record Highs
European gold prices fell sharply from record peaks as profit taking appeared after a rally. In London gold opened at 374 dollars an ounce and traded near 375 mid-morning, with Zurich about 374.50. The dollar eased on European markets while inflation fears keep investors in gold. Washington meanwhile questioned Panama Canal treaty funding after the House rejected a related bill, raising concerns on canal operation beyond Oct. 1.
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Soggy Weather Heralds Autumn in Winchester Area
The Long Range Prediction Group of the National Weather Service forecasts soggy early autumn in the Winchester region. Dr Don Gilman says today’s conditions indicate near normal early fall temperatures around 60 degrees, with reduced sunshine and growing influence from Canadian air masses as fall and winter approach.
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Amoco probes Frederick Hampshire counties for gas pockets
Amoco Gas and Oil Co send Challenge Exploration Co crew to seismic test in Frederick and Hampshire Counties to locate natural gas pockets. Area News page promises more details. Big City Transplant notes John Riley moving to Frederick County with Country Roads attire reference. Crime costs $530 million per year in Virginia per State Secretary of Public Safety report.
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