Pleiku Ammunition Dump Hit in Pleiku Bombing
Enemy troops exploded the main ammunition dump in Pleiku triggering days of heavy artillery and air bombardment. U.S. jets attacked North Vietnam destroying an air defense HQ near Hanoi while claims of fuel pipeline and rail/bridge damage were reported as part of a broad air campaign ordered by President Nixon.
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FBI probes Wallace shooter stalking across states
The FBI investigates whether the man charged in the Laurel Maryland shooting of Governor George Wallace followed the presidential candidate through multiple states. Details appear on page 3.
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T Men On The Ball and Bonanza Notes
The Treasury says it traced ownership of the pistol used against Wallace in ten minutes with help from the 1968 gun control law. Bonanza filming for season 14 was halted after Dan Blocker died, delaying Hoss Cartwright’s wedding scene from the opening episode. see Page 3 and Page 5.
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Like Driving A Cadillac The Viet Nam War Jet Pilot View
A F4 Phantom pilot compares flying the jet to a Cadillac with a pickup truck job describing the experience. The piece also notes broader press reaction to Gov. George Wallace’s shooting and schedules several features including student athletes’ award nominations and a coaching return to Purdue. Weather forecast and city notes accompany the roundup.
Wallace Awakens After Shooting Wins Democratic Primaries
George C. Wallace, heavily sedated after being shot, briefly awoke and learned he had won Democratic primaries in Maryland and Michigan. Doctors said he was out of danger, conscious but sedated, with a bullet lodged near the spinal column and leg paralysis unclear. His condition improved to stable, as aides reported optimism for an early return home.
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Wallace Wins Maryland and Michigan Primaries in Hospital Bed
George C Wallace swept Maryland and Michigan as a wounded candidate, winning 41 percent in Maryland and 49 percent in Michigan. McGovern and Humphrey trailed, while Nixon led Republicans. Wallace’s gains follow a gunshot injury sparking talk of sympathy votes. Humphrey and McGovern vow to resume campaigns as Wallace expands his delegate lead.
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Wallace wounded governor in shooting and political clash reported
The Washington Post notes Wallace may never walk again after a bullet severed his spinal cord, while campaign manager Snider cites tests showing spinal fluid clear of blood and a possible lesser injury. Separately, Madison County Democrats clash over unemployment, ghost employees, and party leadership amid purges and accusations.
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Madison County Schools Budgets Lag As Tax Revenue Debate Grows
Multimillion-dollar 1973 budgets are not set across five Madison County districts. Anderson Community Schools faces a July timing for budget figures as state aid and local property taxes shape funding. Officials warn tax caps limit property tax growth while seeking balanced funding.
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Abducted couple aided hitchhiker to Anderson then released
A Greenfield couple reported being forced at knifepoint by a hitchhiker to drive toward Anderson with a young man directing them. After reaching Meridian and 20th streets in Anderson the suspect fled. Police describe the suspect as a young man of average build with a large Afro.
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Connally Quits as Treasury Secretary Amid Nixon Shakeup
President Nixon announced John B. Connally's resignation as Treasury secretary and named George P. Shultz to succeed him with Caspar Weinberger moving to OMB. Connally praised the President and signaled possible party realignment while remaining noncommittal on a VP bid.
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