Possible plot to kill Nixon found
The Secret Service halted Nixon’s New Orleans motorcade after uncovering a possible conspiracy to assassinate the President during his visit for the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention. A former policeman named Edward M. Gaudet alias Punchy was sought and later arrested. Giarrusso’s car and a police uniform were reported stolen. Nixon planned a five block Canal Street route to the Rivergate convention center and sought to stress defense and stability in Indochina.
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Back to School Nears as Austin Kids Readying
With the first day of school set for Sept 4, Austin children count two weeks of summer remaining before classrooms reopen.
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Diary links Maryland officials to payoff scheme
A Baltimore diary of kickbacks to Maryland political figures is reportedly in the hands of Atty. George Beall. It centers on payments to Jerome Wolff, roads commissioner from 1966 to 1968, and is part of a federal probe involving Spiro Agnew. Time Magazine cited push to indict Agnew and possible constitutional defenses.
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Right Wing Coup in Laos Foiled as Premiers Maintains Coalition
Laotian government troops crushed a right wing exiled general Thao Ma’s attempt to overthrow Premier Souvanna Phouma within ten hours. Thao Ma reportedly died when his T28 bomber crashed after ground fire. The insurgent force was under 100 men, and normal life resumed as the airport reopened. The coup jeopardized talks with the Pathet Lao but no final outcome was known. The U S Embassy condemned the coup and reaffirmed support for the government and negotiated settlement.
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Four women hospitalized after Sauk Rapids race bleacher collapse
Four women were hospitalized in good condition at St. Cloud after a section of bleachers at Golden Spike Raceway collapsed as a race was about to start. Three ambulances ferried injured spectators to the hospital. fourteen others treated and released. Names include Mrs. Patrick Willis of Elk River, Mrs. Joseph Salner of Clear Lake, Mrs. Robert Monk of Clear Lake, and Mrs. Kenneth Haverly of St. Cloud.
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American reporter returns after Mafia kidnapping in Rome
AP says Jack Began, ABC correspondent, reappeared at a Rome clinic four weeks after vanishing. He told police he was kidnapped by the Mafia and transported to the United States before being freed. Began said he convinced his abductors to release him after promising to stop investigating Mafia affairs.
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Banks Hike Prime Rate to Record High
First National Bank of Chicago raised its prime rate to 9.12 percent effective Tuesday, the highest ever and signaling other banks may follow amid tight lending. Analysts foresee possible further rises before any leveling off. Nantucket trial opens for Joseph Kennedy III on negligent driving charge. spectators include Senator Edward M. Kennedy and Ethel Kennedy.
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Minnesota Legislature Opens Second Mini-Session
The Minnesota Legislature began its weeklong mini session with over 60 committee meetings scheduled. Lawmakers, paid 33 dollars daily, will conduct one week of hearings monthly until convening again on January 15. Several committees plan outdoor tours and public testimony opportunities.
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Seven drownings reported in Minnesota over weekend
The Associated Press notes seven people drowned across Minnesota over the weekend, including David Westphal a 19 year old from rural Ogilvie, Dennis Baldus a 5 year old from Cottage Grove, Roger Reddy 36 from St. Paul, Manga Gutzkow a child from Albany, an 11 year old in Duluth, Raymond Moser of Fargo, and Dean Baker 59 from Sioux City.
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Minn
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Lester Baldus
Baldus
Austin
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Richmond
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Duluth
Raymond Moser
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Rudy Tupa
McGovern urges impeachment if Nixon withholds tapes
Sen. George McGovern says Congress must seriously consider impeachment if Nixon defies a court order to release White House tapes. Attorney General Richardson calls the president’s case strong but notes the issue is closely balanced. Gallup results show 56 percent favor turnover to court and Senate panel. 44 percent found Nixon’s speech not convincing.
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McGovern spy says she was not a good informant
Lucianne Cummings Goldberg, a journalist, testified she was paid $1000 weekly to spy on Senator George McGovern’s campaign but said she does not think she passed along anything not printed in the papers. She called herself not a very good spy.
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Lucianne Cummings Goldberg
Ruby Drake Funeral Observed on Her 100th Birthday
Funeral services for Mrs. Ruby Drake were held at Monticello today near 106. The observance coincided with what would have been her 100th birthday.
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Ruby Drake
Monticello
Giveaway Dog Seeks New Home After Short Run
One-year-old housebroken dog with all shots. Good with children. Call XXX-KXXX. Ad scheduled for three days but cancelled after one day on the Herald want-ad page. For fast service call 433. é8ol.
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