Ohio Supreme Court Backing Dismisses Governor Candidacy
In Columbus speculation that Justice C William ONeill would run for governor was dismissed as he indicated retaking the high court. Dayton reports Howard Metzenbaum won Montgomery County Democratic endorsement for Senate. Regents rejected Rhodes two year college upgrade plan citing accreditation risks. Gallipolis Hospital officials disputed accusations of subfreezing conditions and gas issues. Ohio aid for needy students could reach 40000 to 50000 as 4.5 million dollars is allocated for tuition support. Police Chief Baus filed charges against seven officers tied to local gamblers. In Vietnam two South Vietnamese generals were removed for failing to counter rising enemy attacks.
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Education Spending At Issue in Nixon Congress Clash
Washington plans a quick start to the second session as Congress reconvenes to tackle federal education funding, welfare reform, crime policy, and farm legislation amid Nixon's veto threat on a 19.7 billion Labor Education and Welfare appropriation. Both parties seek decisive action on high-profile issues.
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Biafran Peace Pledge Amidst Nigerian Relief Efforts
Lagos reports Col Philip mg pledges no resistance to reunification with Nigeria while federal search for Biafran units continues in bush. Refugees suffer. relief teams struggle to feed starving tribesmen as shipments of fish, medical supplies, and vehicles arrive. International aid coordination faces red tape amid Swiss headquarters and blocked consignments in Libreville and Sap Ome. Nigerian government moves to reintroduce Nigerian currency as lights return to Lagos after 90 months.
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Uist
Unef
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Et Tey
Revel
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Budget Showdown Looms In Nixon Fiscal Plan
The article previews a clash over fiscal 1971 priorities as Nixon seeks funds for Safeguard missile sites and education programs while Congress battles inflation. Republicans push budget restraint and Democrats urge higher education outlays, signaling battles over military vs. domestic spending and a potential Supreme Court fight.
Two American Captives Shot by Viet Cong in Vietnam
The Viet Cong displayed two American captives, Capt. David R. Devers of Mount Holly, N C, and M Sgt John H ONeill, then shot them to death near a church north of Hue. Bodies found on Christmas Eve in Thua Thien Province. they had been captured after action on August 13 1966.
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Mount Holly
N. C
John H. O'Neill
Thua Thien
South Vietnam
Hue
Devers
O’neill
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Feniagon
O'Neill
O'Neil
Terry Canon
Nixon Expected To Back Voting Rights Act Extension
Senate Republican Leader Hugh Scott said President Nixon will likely support extending the Voting Rights Act though his administration proposed a test outside the Deep South. Scott noted black voters seek stronger black leadership and warned against a Southern strategy, while predicting Senate approval and White House backing of the extension before the August expiry. The current act, approved five years ago, bans literacy tests and allows federal enforcement in seven Southern states.
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Hugh Scott
Nixon
Deep South
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Senate Judiciary Committee
Nixon to propose modest State of the Union plan
President Nixon drafts his first State of the Union address during a three day Camp David retreat. He will present a modest program to improve the environment and curb pollution, while outlining near and long term budget priorities for the 1971 fiscal year beginning July 1. The speech, to be delivered in person to a joint Senate House session, will be broadcast on television and radio. Increased federal action to combat pollution and air quality is anticipated, with potential requests for significant spending. The President has not disclosed exact details, but aides expect emphasis on anti pollution measures and budget restraint.
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Nixon
America
Senate House
Camp David
Hearing Set On Nursing Home Fire That Killed 28
In Marietta a congressional hearing is planned next month to probe the Harmar House Nursing Home fire that killed 28 elderly residents. Officials seek material on construction materials and fire tests while investigators gather evidence, with damages estimated at 340,000 to the structure and 30,040 to contents. Twenty one died at the scene, seven more perished later, and 17 remain hospitalized.
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