Vietnam War Info Grip Tightens as Press Clashes Grow
Western correspondents in Saigon report reduced information from MACV and police-like restrictions on briefings. Spokesmen blame fewer battlefield events while reporters cite buck-passing and vague updates. Veteran reporters note deteriorating civilian-military relations and limited background details at the daily five o clock briefings.
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Viet forces push toward Cambodian lifeline on Highway 4
South Vietnamese and Cambodian troops dislodge North Vietnamese from Stung Chhay Pass 95 miles southwest of Phnom Penh and push north about two miles. Aimed to link with Cambodian units toward Pich Nil Pass to reopen Cambodia’s vital supply route. American forces meanwhile report 30 North Vietnamese killed in clashes near the DMZ.
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Dole Begins Work as Republican National Chairman
Sen. Robert J. Dole took the helm as Republican national chairman pledging loyalty to President Nixon and vowing to resist slurs against the administration. He said he will unite the party, support candidates, and pursue an issue oriented drive targeting 18 to 20 year olds while maintaining cooperation with Senate leaders.
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Johnson discharged after treatment at Brooke Army Hospital
Former President Lyndon B. Johnson, 62, left Brooke Army General Hospital in good condition after a stay of under three days for mild viral pneumonia. He was admitted Wednesday night and transported by helicopter from his ranch about 60 miles north.
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Congress Opens With Leftovers and Party Woes
Congress returns for the 92nd session amid unfinished business from the 91st. Democrats hold the House 254 to 180 with one vacancy, and the Senate 55 to 45. President Nixon faces clashes with lawmakers as he delivers the State of the Union, while Democrats seek a new majority leader amid leadership battles.
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Swiss Envoy Bucher Freed After 40 Days in Brazil Kidnaping
Swiss Ambassador Giovanni Enrico Bucher was released after 40 days in captivity by the Popular Revolutionary Front. He walked to a taxi, visited the Swiss embassy counselor, then his residence in Rio de Janeiro. He reported he was treated well though eyes hurt from cigarette smoke. Brazil freed 70 political prisoners in exchange, as authorities hunted captors.
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Giovanni Bucher
Anne Marie Maillot
William Rech
OBrien Ties 18 Vote Rule to Party Candidate Steps
Democratic National Chairman Lawrence F. OBrien says the Supreme Court ruling allowing 18 year olds to vote in federal elections should apply to party processes for selecting candidates. He urges state parties to open meetings and conventions to all Democrats 18 and older, noting Republicans have not moved to extend the franchise.
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