Congress Wants Better Shelter For US Aircraft
The Pentagon asks Congress to fund new battle resistant shelters for U S aircraft in Europe citing losses in the Arab–Israeli conflict. Secretary Brown notes European nations already build protective installations and the plan could save aircraft cost about two million to six million per plane. McNamara sought 17 4 million for 60 shelters for England Germany and Spain with additional taxiways and protected fuel and communications facilities.
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Medford couple win reprieve for son in war deferment
Harvey Rowden and wife won a one year compassionate hardship deferment for their 15 year old son Douglas from the Jackson County Selective Service Board after petitions with nearly 1000 signatures. The family, longtime Medford area workers, have lost two older sons in Vietnam service. Douglas remains at risk for induction as his brothers died earlier in service.
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