Pentagon to Hold 25000 Troops in Reserve After Vietnam Drawdown
The Pentagon says 25,000 U S troops will be pulled from Vietnam this summer but not sent home, instead held in reserve in Okinawa or Hawaii. In emergencies these units could be rushed back to Vietnam as part of a phased, piece meal de escalation authorized by President Nixon.
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Ponce Holds Its Identity Amid Island Change
The article portrays Ponce Puerto Rico as a 165,000 strong city on the south coast preserving tradition against San Juan at the island’s north. It highlights cultural vigor with the Ponce Museum of Fine Arts and Catholic University, local pride around Governor-elect Luis A. Ferre, and upcoming growth projected to 300,000 by ten years amid evolving industry and traffic challenges.
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Seven killed in state traffic mishaps
Seven people died in Minnesota traffic accidents over the weekend raising the state toll to 322 for the year. Victims include the son of a school superintendent and a 12 year old boy with his horse killed near Scandia. The crashes occurred in Martin County, Otter Tail County, Detroit Lakes, Crookston, Duluth, Minneapolis, and Washington County.
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Newport
Head Praises Law to Speed Transplants in Minnesota
Minnesota Attorney General Douglas Head hailed the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act as a great achievement and challenge. He said the law ends antiquated common law and cuts red tape, enabling faster organ transfers by allowing a donor's written directive or card to authorize immediate removal after death, reducing probate delays.
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Norwegian survives crash of vehicle into the lake
Sinem Mathisen, 26, engine mechanic aboard the Odensholm, said he drove a rented 1969 car at about 50 mph when it vaulted the barrier and plunged into 30 feet of water near the port terminal. He surfaced after escaping, but lost his passport and $52 as crews searched for the car. The Seashore Trolley Museum operates tracks near Kennebunkport, Maine.
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Minneapolis mayor race tests law and order appeal
Minneapolis voters head to the polls to choose a mayor in a law and order themed contest. Dan Cohen, a Republican-backed incumbent City Council president, faces Charles Stenvig, a police detective who led the primary. DFL rebels back Cohen while Stenvig argues for tough police stance, with endorsements from Nixon and McCarthy cited. Incumbent Arthur Naftalin leaves after four terms.
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Two Minnesota fishermen drown in separate weekend incidents
Fred Hellen, 75, of Brainerd, drowned Saturday on Gull River after losing balance from a raft. Ralph Meyer, also of Brainerd, swam to help but could not find him and the body was recovered about three hours later. Rodney Rouleau, 32, of Duluth, drowned Sunday at Island Lake dam while using wading boats. his body was recovered hours later.
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Brewers Strike Hits Milwaukee Breweries First Since 1953
Milwaukee four major breweries faced their first formal walkout since 1953 as workers walked out today. The strike involves brewery employees in the Milwaukee area and affects production at multiple facilities. Negotiations continue as the action disrupts operations and raises concerns for local distribution.
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Ceausescu rails at Moscow Peking clashes
Romanian Communist leader Nicolae Ceausescu criticized Soviet attacks on China and warned they risked the unity conference led by Moscow. He praised both revolutions, urged neutrality amid Moscow Peking rivalry, and noted Romania’s 1968 walkout over similar tensions. Agerpress distributed his speech to delegates.
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