Truman Dies at 88 Leader Who Shaped Cold War Era
Former President Harry S. Truman died at 7:50 am at age 88 in Independence. Flags at federal buildings will fly at half staff for 30 days as a national day of mourning. Funeral Thursday will be simple, with burial at 4 p.m. EST at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Library.
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Somoza calls for food for quake survivors in Managua
Nicaragua's leader Gen. Anastasio Somoza urged international aid focused on food rather than medicine or plasma after a devastating Managua quake. He cited unemployment and drought, ordered evacuation, and warned of epidemic risks as relief efforts, including U.S. airlifted supplies, intensified.
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Hanoi Haiphong air raids resume after Christmas truce
U S B52 and fighter bombers resumed attacks on Hanoi and Haiphong after a 36 hour Christmas pause. The U S Command said strikes also restarted in South Vietnam at dusk Monday after a 24 hour cease fire. Details on Laos operations were not given. The report notes peace talk tensions and Kosygin’s remarks amid stalled negotiations.
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The Truman Administration overseen major events from World War I end to postwar rebuilding. Key actions included NATO formation, Marshall Plan, Truman Doctrine, Berlin airlift, civil rights and immigration reforms, Taft Hartley Act, and 22nd Amendment limiting presidency. US and UN forces faced Korean conflict amid Cold War tensions.
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Airlifted food heads for victims
Military planes from Military Airlift Command airlift hundreds of tons of food medical supplies and emergency equipment to Nicaragua after the earthquake. The relief operation is based at Scott Air Force Base Illinois.
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Truman hailed as common man by allies and foes
Associated Press reports mixed tributes to Harry S. Truman from Nixon Agnew Johnson Thurmond Jackson and others praising his courage leadership and humility. They recall Truman's decisive actions including the Truman Doctrine the Marshall Plan and Korea and note his impact on postwar world security.
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Christmas traffic toll hits 565 in three day weekend
The Associated Press reports the national traffic death toll for the Christmas weekend reached 565, below 1971’s 614 and far short of 1965’s 720. The National Safety Council had estimated 550 to 650 deaths from 6 p.m. Friday to midnight Monday.
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Austin area woman escapes Managua earthquake miracle
Mercedes Pettitt, wife of Robert Pettitt of Austin Rt. 2, was evacuated by the Air Force after Managua's quake struck at 12:30 a.m. Saturday. She called from Miami Monday night and plans to join her husband in Austin soon. Her mother’s home and the shoe store in Managua were destroyed. 2,000 dead with casualty estimates up to 15,000.
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Grant approved for city airport master plan
The FAA approves an 18884 grant to the Austin airport for a 20 year master plan study. The plan will outline airport needs, guide future development, and may lead to runway, facilities, and equipment expansions with a funding split of federal state and local shares.
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Farmer sells feeder pigs via low cost want ad
A farmer reports successful sale of feeder pigs after running a Herald want ad for six days at a cost of 5.40. The pigs were sold after appearing for only two days. For fast action call 433-8851. Vaccinated and castrated pigs were offered.
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