Thompson Linked Nixon to Vietnam Domino Theory
Sir Robert Ker Thompson, British guerrilla veteran, advised Nixon on Vietnam policy and argued that a U S defeat in Vietnam could trigger a Communist domino collapse in Asia. He said Paris talks erode leverage and urged a continued but reduced military commitment as a credible option.
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London’s Hidden Underground World Revealed By Explorer
A London researcher Hillman maps and advocates tours of the vast subterranean network beneath the city. He envisions a museum of underground wonders including abandoned stations, ancient tunnels, river channels, and hidden vaults.
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Man's Space-Roving Eyes Target Jupiter for Launch
NASA plans to launch two unmanned Pioneer probes in 1972 from Cape Kennedy to study Jupiter and the asteroid belt. Pioneer F will approach within 90,000 miles of Jupiter, sending hourly color images and carrying 60 pounds of instruments. Pioneer G will travel beyond Mars, test the ecliptic, and aid future outer-planet missions.
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Texas governor weighs alternate bet on Cotton Bowl
Indianapolis reports Gov. Preston Smith of Texas is considering an alternative to Whitcomb's wager on the Notre Dame vs Texas Cotton Bowl. The proposed bet of a Texas steer against a Hoosier hog drew offers from George Miller Farms, Nash & Sons, the Indianapolis zoo, and Capital Wean Ranch.
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