July Fourth Weekend Draws Massive Attendance At Lakes
Lake Meredith drew 30000 visitors and Buffalo Lake attracted 7000 as safety experts warned the July Fourth weekend could set attendance records. Sixteen lines later, the inter American probe reported eighteen soldier executions in the Dominican Republic conflict. Billy Casper won the Western Open at Tom O’Shanter with a 14 under total of 270.
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Giant B52 Bombers Raid Viet Cong Stronghold Near Saigon
Giant U S B52 bombers pounded a Viet Cong communications and troops staging area 35 miles northeast of Saigon in a second raid of the war. The jets flew 2,200 miles from Guam to unload heavy explosives on the target, a U S military spokesman said.
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Reds Reject Peace Talks in Bombing Drama
The United States backs a large B52 raid into the jungle D Zone, saying the strike aims to harass the enemy and disrupt his operations. One bomber turned back, another failed to drop bombs, and two were lost in a collision. Rusk dismissed peace pause calls and warned that stopping bombing would not secure negotiations.
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New York Taxi Strike Ends With Arbitration Plan
New Yorks seven day violence marked taxicab strike was settled Sunday night. An interim arbitrator Vinent R. Impellitteri will review discharges or suspensions while drivers return to work. A national labor board election July 21 will decide union representation between the Organizing Committee and the Teamsters.
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Honolulu Sniper Kills Police Officer in Pali Pass Shooting
A Honolulu police officer died from sniper wounds after a five-bus ambush at Pali Pass. Michael Moeller, 23, an Air Force veteran, surrendered after being cornered by lawmen. Nine others were wounded, including two officers and passengers from two buses. victims include Mrs. Edith Hendrix and Mrs. Peter Montoya.
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South Weymouth
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Andy Uramoto
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Lakes Draw Crowds for Panhandle Fourth of July
About 30 000 visitors packed Lake Meredith and surrounding areas Sunday for the holiday weekend as thousands more headed to Buffalo Lake near Canyon. Traffic control at the boat ramp reduced jams and minor injuries were reported. crowds enjoyed lakeside picnics, boating, and water skiing amid holiday festivities.
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Crosbyton Sheriff Shot in Chest by 15 Year Old
Crosbyton Sheriff Fletcher Stark was hospitalized in serious condition after a confrontation with a 15 year old Crosbyton youth who fired a weapon. Eyewitnesses say both fired as the sheriff attempted to restrain the youth, who fled unharmed. The Texas Panhandle enjoyed a quiet extended weekend with fireworks and festivities despite a projected 31 traffic deaths. Muleshoe capped the holiday with a city ceremony and a talent contest awarding cash prizes over 500 dollars.
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Soviet bungling in foreign aid teased in series
The United States need not fear losing allies in Africa and Asia as Russia bungles its foreign aid program. Victor Lasky’s series, The Ugly Russian, begins today on Page 16 with a critical look at Soviet missteps abroad.
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Riots Rock Midwest Resort Towns on Fourth of July
Police and National Guardsmen battled crowds across Ohio Iowa New York and Missouri with tear gas arrests numbering in the low hundreds to around 200 plus. Russell's Point Geneva on the Lake Arnolds Park Rockaway Beach and Lake George saw heavy property damage and dozens of arrests as rioters overwhelmed town centers and beaches.
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R.I
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Traffic Toll Soars Ahead of Independence Day Weekend
A series of fatal crashes Sunday and a Friday count push the weekend death toll toward a possible record. By 6 p.m. Friday 366 lives had been lost in traffic accidents nationwide, with multiple families among the victims in Colorado Oklahoma and South Carolina. Howard Pyle of the National Safety Council warned drivers to heed responsibility as officials note the 1963 four day record of 557 deaths and the 1964 three day high of 504.
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Associated Press
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John Nelson
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Oklo
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Columbia
Howard Pyle
National Safety Council
Prince Philip sparks Rhodesia tensions in royal remarks
London reports say Prince Philip’s remarks drew anger in Britain over Rhodesia. The royal aide defended the crown’s stance as pressure mounted from Labor MPs and the Smith regime to resist a unilateral declaration of independence. The Queen’s husband reportedly comforted the white Rhodesian government amid escalating political threats.
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Robbers Target Red Truck Load Of Smoked Hams In Fort Wayne
Thieves struck the East Side Transport Motor Co terminal stealing a red truck and a trailer loaded with 25000 dollars worth of smoked hams destined for Pittsburgh. Police search for suspects and vehicle details proceed as investigators review footage and witness statements. The incident is part of a growing theft pattern affecting regional delivery routes and cold storage tied to food distribution networks.
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