United States seeks open passage as Aqaba crisis widens
In a United Nations session the United States demanded free passage for Israeli ships through the Egyptian blockade of the Gulf of Aqaba while the Soviet Union aligned with the Arabs. The day also reports on battles in Gaza, Marines beating back North Vietnamese forces near the DMZ, and the Memorial 500 at Indianapolis with thirty three speedsters detailing the event.
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Trade Links Between Orioles and Senators Reported
Mike Epstein of the Orioles and Pete Richert of the Senators were involved in a trade Monday. The item is part of a broader page that notes various regional notices and events including a Pinata Festival, a Texas Legislature session adjournment, and local forecasts.
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Charlie Guy Receives Presidential Honor At Lubbock Dinner
In a testimonial dinner honoring Charlie Guy editor of the Lubbock Avalanche Journal since 1923 a presidential call via amplified phone stunned 400 guests at the Country Club. LBJ praised his counsel and friendship while Lt. Gov. Preston Smith and Rep. George Mahon also phoned in. The event marked a career high for the honoree and a lively, celebratory night.
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Israelis Arabs in Gun Duel
CAIRO AP An Egyptian warship fired a warning shot at an American owned tanker entering the blockaded Gulf of Aqaba. The ship altered course and fled back to the Red Sea after the shot. Al Ahram said Arab and Israeli gunners dueled 40 minutes in Gaza.
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U.S. and Soviet clash at UN over Mideast crisis
United States and Soviet Union exchange sharp positions at the United Nations on how to handle the Middle East dispute. Washington urges free passage for Israeli ships through the Gulf of Aqaba blockade, while Moscow backs the Arabs.
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TNT Train Derailment Sparks Large Spartanburg Evacuation
A boxcar loaded with 220000 pounds of TNT derailed in Spartanburg County causing an evacuation of about 200 residents within a two mile radius. Firefighters fought remaining flames as Army experts noted TNT burns but does not explode unless under heavy pressure. A second boxcar with Army ammunition was nearby and initially feared, but officials indicated this material would not explode under normal heat.
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Lightning Show Powers Northbound Drive From Lubbock
A dramatic electrical display as we rode north from Lubbock late Sunday night featured lightning flashing cloud to cloud and to ground with rain ranging from none to a cloudburst. The report notes nature’s energy far exceeds human nuclear capabilities and includes a quip about an old Chinese proverb and local names Fern Schmer and Cliff Harris.
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Rio Grande Rally Aims to Protest Texas Rangers
Rio Grande City Texas farm labor union officials announce a mass protest rally against the Texas Rangers for alleged provocation and brutality tied to Mexican American ethnic background. Organizers expect thousands as sympathizers from Dallas and Austin join a Dallas motorcade to Rio Grande City ahead of the event.
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Memorial Day City Holiday Schedule and Observances
The Memorial Day schedule lists open and closed offices and services citywide. Buses run only on the North Heights route, post office window service is closed, banks open until noon, state offices open all day, parking meters are free, and veterans groups sponsor a 9 30 a m service at Poppy Field Llano Cemetery.
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Marines Seize Hill 174 in High Cost Battle
U S Marines stormed Hill 174 near Con Thien south of the DMZ in a five hour fight, routing North Vietnamese forces. Five Marines were killed and 46 wounded as North Vietnamese bunkers and spider holes were overrun. Marines destroyed 61 bunkers west of Con Thien while sweeping surrounding trenches and fortifications. Farther south, Army troops fought coastal Vietnamese hills following a night mortar attack.
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Killed by Filibuster Plan for New Court Here Dies in Senate
Three pieces of legislation from the Panhandle- Plains delegation were signed by Gov. Connally. HB 42 tightens use of construction funds to the project. SB 217 would grant Motley County Hospital District power to issue bonds to fund improvements but died in the Senate. The plan would have given Potter Randall counties district jurisdiction. no further action this session.
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Underworld War Grips Fort Worth Crime Scene
Fort Worth faces a virtual underworld war as organized crime and vice dealers surge in activity. Sheriff Lon Evans suspects a national crime syndicate operates in the city. Outside killers are hired for local murders and town leaders are linked to sex clubs involving wife swapping. Private detective Jim Stevens runs a nightclub, provoking controversy.
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Surveyor Eyes Design for Palo Duro Canyon Museum Plan
A surveyor places the transit on a proposed commercial museum development near Palo Duro Canyon Park, signaling preliminary surveying work for the project. The note hints at planning steps and location context as a page reference follows.
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