Valachi Dies of Heart Attack at La Tuna Prison
Joseph Valachi, famed Mafia informer who testified on the Cosa Nostra before the Senate in 1963, died of a heart attack at La Tuna federal prison. Born in New York, he joined the mob in the 1930s, later provided detailed mob operations and leadership names, and lived under protection after his testimony.
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Mustard gas cures fatal skin cancer announced at Arizona seminar
At the Thirteenth Science Writers' Seminar in Carefree Arizona Dr Eugene J Van Scott reported nitrogen mustard baths produced complete remission in many patients with mycosis fungoides lymphoma over two years He warned incidence may be rising and noted six of 36 treated patients are off therapy with others in remission The keynote addressed criticized funding cuts and called for renewed federal support for cancer research and Pap tests for women
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Taiwan minister hits Nixon on Red China policy shift
Chow Shu kai, Taiwan’s new foreign minister, told UPI that President Nixon’s moves toward Mainland China weaken credibility. He warned Washington has gone too far by easing travel and trade limits and hinting at possible relations with Peking, noting Beijing would reject any overtures to show independence from Washington and Moscow.
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Nixon rescinds military abortion rule in pushback
President Nixon announced he personally opposes abortion and nullified a Pentagon order liberalizing abortions in military hospitals. The move requires hospitals to follow state laws, reversing the 1970 directive that broadened access across 164 military facilities. The White House said the president acted after learning of the military policy.
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Egypt reports major oil strike near El Alamein
Cairo Egyptians scientists announce a large oil find 50 miles south of El Alamein near the Qattara Depression west of Cairo. The discovery is touted as among the world’s purest oils with 415 degree gravity tapped at 9100 feet depth. Drilling will gauge depth and potential while Sidky Sadat and ministers plan a Sunday news briefing.
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Soldier buried with peace symbol in antiwar funeral
In Bakersfield California a young Vietnam War draftee killed after one month in combat was buried with a floral peace symbol on the grave. The widow refused an Army ceremony and criticized a form condolence letter from General Westmoreland. About 200 mourners heard antiwar music and read a poem sent by Tom Smothers. The widow said she plans constructive action with antiwar aims and voiced strong antiwar sentiment.
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