Ike Suffers Serious Attack at Walter Reed
Washington United Press noted former President Dwight D. Eisenhower, 77, suffered a serious heart attack Friday at Walter Reed General Hospital. It was his seventh seizure and the fourth in almost four months. Doctors described his condition as stable but cautioned about the full consequences. He was taken to the hospital for treatment.
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Crash Cause Revealed by NTSB on Disneyland Helicopter
Government air safety investigators say a rotor blade broke off in flight on the Disneyland bound helicopter crash near Compton California killing 21. NTSB chairman Joseph J. O Connell Jr announces immediate inspections of Sikorsky Space 61 spindle units and cites metal fatigue type failure in the blade assembly. Investigators continue to test parts at a metallurgical lab.
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Battle Day Observed At Walloomsac
About 200 attended the 191st anniversary Battle of Bennington ceremonies at Walloomsac New York State Park officials reported despite drizzle. The program opened with the Van Surdam band, a color-guard parade, a four gun salute, and an Army National Guard artillery display. Brig. Gen. Robert E. Mulligan spoke as guest of honor. veterans groups from New York, Massachusetts, Vermont and Civil Air Patrol participated.
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Hoosac Constabulary
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Joseph P. Barber
Dual Missile Firing Demonstrates Nuclear Firepower
The United States conducted a paired launch of the Minuteman 3 ICBM and the Poseidon submarine missile, aiming to boost 1970s nuclear capability. Both missiles achieved flawless maiden flights hours apart, each carrying multi warhead clusters to overwhelm defenses and extend reach to targets across hundreds of miles.
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U.N. Security Council condemns Israel for Aug. 4 attack
The U N Security Council unanimously condemned Israel for its Aug 4 attack on Jordan after hours of debate. The resolution deplored cease fire violations and warned of further steps if acts continue. It urged support for Gunnar Jarring's peace mission and noted concerns over the deteriorating Middle East situation. The vote followed Israel's Salt attack and related agression charges.
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Democrats Bar Convention Hoopla
Chicago convention opens with no floor demonstrations as Democrats seek a brisk, orderly start. Bailey says no protests after speeches. consideration given to letting candidates speak before the nominating vote. Ohio and Indiana delegations shift away from favorite son moves to aid Humphrey while McCarthy gains in Iowa. President Johnson remains noncommittal on attending.
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Fierce Fighting Erupts Across Nigeria Fronts
Nigerian federal troops surge in Port Harcourt Afrikpo Awgu Awka and Onitsha as Biafran forces attempt to hold lines in the 14 month civil war. The push follows a shortened truce for Addis Ababa talks and threatens relief efforts for the breakaway region. A Caritas mercy flight from Malmo to Biafra faced a two hour delay after a bomb threat.
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Publicity Cited Ray Atty Files Motion To Drop Murder Charge
Attorneys for James Earl Ray argue pervasive publicity has tainted the murder case and requests the murder charge be dropped. They cite widespread canonization of King and public outrage, with hearings set before Judge Preston Battle in Memphis.
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Inside Pages Reflect Hoff Support and Deer Herd Control
An editorial critiques Hoff for backing McCarthy while columnist George Gordon notes politics sways deer herd management. Regional planners are briefed on county highway construction plans, outlining scope and priorities.
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Oakes Outlines Vermont Education Program Proposal
Republican candidate James L. Oakes released a position paper on education advocating quality education for the individual child within a free creative environment. He endorses the Vermont Design for Education and favors less separation between elementary and secondary levels while promoting community representation for teachers and professional negotiations with local school authorities.
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