Olympic Games to Resume After Munich Terror Attack
The 1972 Munich Games were set to restart at 4 30 p m local time after the Israeli team was attacked. Eleven Israelis were killed and the hostage crisis ended with nine dead. The IOC pledged the games would continue with the closing ceremony moved to Monday.
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Nixon vows to protect Israelis in U S amid Munich attacks
President Nixon pledged U.S. efforts to safeguard Israeli travelers in America after the Munich hostage crisis that killed nine Israelis and two more at the Olympic compound. McGovern urged determination to end violence, while Shriver and Rogers voiced sorrow and called for security and sanctions debate.
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Ohioan Among Victims
Ohioan David Berger, 28, a dual citizen weightlifter on the Israeli Olympic Team, was among nine hostages killed by Arab commandos. Gov. Gilligan ordered half-mast flags. Cleveland Mayor Perk called for prayer for sanity and reason. Berger’s parents, from Shaker Heights, recalled his dedication and hoped the Games would resume.
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Competition Launched For Laurie's Crown
Miss America 1973 contestants begin preliminary competition at Convention Hall in Atlantic City. Seventeen in evening gown, 17 in swimsuits, 16 in talent. finals Saturday. Laurie Lea Schaefer appears on lead float, crown retained in finals.
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McGovern Heads to West Coast Rallies On Israel and Jobs
Senator George McGovern pledges not to end Israel’s security or aerospace jobs as he campaigns in California and Texas. He disputes a monolithic Jewish vote while urging voters to judge him by 15 years of public service and outlines defense cuts paired with job programs. He also says he would appoint several women to the Cabinet if elected.
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Conspiracy charges dropped in Kissinger kidnapping plot case
The government dropped conspiracy charges against Rev. Philip Berrigan and seven others in an alleged Kissinger kidnapping plot. Berrigan received two years prison, Sister Elizabeth McAlister one year with probation.
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