Israel faces global condemnation after Libya jet shot down
The Libyan passenger jet was downed near the Suez Canal with 105 to 112 aboard prompting international protests. Israel claims the plane disobeyed orders and was over sensitive military areas. Egypt questions radio contact while UN Secretary General Waldheim offered condolences.
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Suez Canal
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United Nations
New York
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Kurt Waldheim
London Times
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United States and China to set up liaison offices
The U S and China announce official liaison offices in Washington and Beijing to speed normal relations. Kissinger says the offices handle trade and other matters except formal diplomacy and will have privileges without implying full diplomatic ties.
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China
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Henry A. Kissinger
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Chou En-lai
Gold hits record highs in Europe as fears linger
London markets open with gold at an all time high of 83 dollars per ounce, up 3.63, lifting nearly 15 dollars since the American currency devaluation. Dealers cite uncertainty over paper money value as the main driver. In Saigon, President Thieu urges Moscow and Beijing to halt war material flows to North Vietnam and hints at a Nixon meeting next month at the Western White House in San Clemente.
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Weather outlook turns colder with light precipitation risk
A cloudy to partly cloudy period continues through Friday with increasing cloudiness late Friday. Turning colder tonight and Friday with lows between 0 and 18 and highs in the teens to 20s. There is a small chance of rain or snow tonight and about ten percent on Friday.
Minnesota's 1.80 wage floor heads toward law in 1974
The Minnesota Legislature moves a $1.80 per hour minimum wage bill forward with Gov. Wendell Anderson backing it. About 200,000 workers could be covered, though exact numbers earning under $1.80 remain unknown. Rural opposition fears impact on small towns. exemptions and tip credits are included.
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Ray Farley
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E.I
Bud’’ Malone
Labor and Industry
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Afl-Ciio
GOP
Twin Cities
Dflers
House
Senate
Aubrey Dirlam
Far
Dustry
Commissioner of Labor and Industry
Harpings Advice on Getting Ahead and Getting Even
A proverb quoted in Harpings argues that progress comes from constructive effort rather than seeking revenge. It cautions against lingering in spite and suggests pursuing positive goals to improve one’s situation.
Bemidji Youth Leadership Contest winner named
Marge Sue Liapis of Bemidji High School has won the Bemidji Elks Lodge Youth Leadership Contest and will advance to the Minnesota State Elks Association state contest. Runner ups are Beth Nelson and Cornelia Spadafore, both Bemidji High School seniors.
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Robert Liapis
Route 6
Bemidji
Bemidji Elks Lodge No
Liapis
Minnesota State Elks Association
Elks National Foundation
United States Savings Bonds
Beth Nelson
Vernon Nelson
Route 1
Cornelia Spadafore
Norman Spadafore
Norwood Drive
Bemidji plans community alcohol center advisory meet
The first meeting of Bemidji's Community Services Alcohol Center advisory committee will be Feb 27. County Commissioner Lowell Bjella says he represents the county board on the panel and Rev. James Vadis notes no link to Cass Lake Detox Center. The center will provide domiciliary care, a half way house, and follow up for alcohol problems with about $1,300 raised so far. Warren Green is project coordinator for House of Community. After the meeting, the committee will report updates on the center plans.
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Bemidji
Lowell Bjella
Bjella
James Vadis
Cass Lake
Vadis
Warren Green
House of Community
Community Services Alcohol Center
Agreement Reached on County Highway Contract
The County Highway Department and Local 49 International Union of Operating Engineers reached agreement on a new labor contract. Weddel said final wording is being typed and will be submitted to Duane Otness for the union. The Board of County Commissioners approved the deal.
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International Union of Operating Engineers
Frederick Weddel
Weddel
Duane Otness
Board of County Commissioners
Pioneer
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