Mexican Customs Crackdown Hits McAllen Christmas Trade
McAllen merchants face lost holiday sales as Mexican customs tighten limits on goods crossing the border. Officials say the crackdown targets smugglers and selective items, forcing shoppers to wait at border checkpoints and reducing cross border traffic. Local business leaders urge federal influence to restore two way commerce and tourism.
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Prosecutor Recieves Card From Man He Sent Up
Tulsa AP reports a prosecutor received a Christmas card Tuesday from a man he had sent to prison. The outside features bells and sleighs while the inside says I wish I were there or you were here. The text reflects a mix of holiday greeting and possible message from inmate.
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California Leads Nation In Vietnam War Deaths
Washington AP reports California leads U S Vietnam war deaths after seven months with 2 239. New York 388 Pennsylvania 314 Texas 789 Illinois 103 Ohio 695 Michigan 584 Florida 459 New Jersey 397 Indiana 30 fill top ten. Total 7 093 of 13 634 deaths from hostile action through Sept 30. Home of record basis noted. Nonhostile deaths listed separately.
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