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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1969
Page
24
A Chicago Seven defense attorney claimed the government intends to attack a juror in the riot conspiracy trial. Prosecutors said they were investigating and would announce facts when available amid a heated court exchange.
A passenger on an Icelandic Airlines flight from New York to London tried to force his way into the cockpit at 30,000 feet over Scotland. Crewmembers restrained him and the plane landed in Glasgow where police detained him. he was not armed and has not yet been identified.
Washington reports Rep. Charlotte Reid of Illinois appeared in a black wool pantsuit with a three quarter coat and gold accents for the congressional adjournment session. She said the outfit was a Christmas gift from staff and noted House rules say nothing about hats or outfits.
UPI reports U.S. District Judge Robert F. Peckham ordered the federal government to distribute surplus food to hungry residents of Stanislaus County California. About 10 400 people faced Christmas hunger as warehouses in Sacramento held the food and plans were made to deliver it on Christmas Eve.
Governor Whitcomb issues memo to state department heads urging only punchless punch be served at holiday events on state property. He states alcohol is not necessary to enjoy the season and no alcoholic beverages are to be consumed in state offices during any period. Several department parties are scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday featuring punch bowls.
Browns tight end Milt Morin says Dallas Cowboys may be the league’s best team this season and notes Western Conference foes like Rams and Vikings are tougher. He expects a close game in Dallas, with no huge scoring gap, and cites injuries and a season-long letdown affecting the finale.
Patrol Captain Walter Putnam of the California Department of Fish and Game reports patches of oil off the Santa Barbara coast amount to about one eighth of the January February slick. Oil washed ashore along 12 miles with a 22 mile stretch at one spot. Large globs remain a threat as offshore rigs reduce pumping to ease pressure. Union Oil says leakage declined after pumping resumed and a pipeline crack was fixed.
The Associated Press reports on temperature figures, detailing daily highs and lows, regional variations, and weather patterns. The release provides numbers for major cities and forecast trends for upcoming days.
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