Truman Dies. Nation Mourns a Giant of the Era
Americans from every front unite in mourning Harry Truman. Presidents Nixon and Johnson, lawmakers like Magnuson and Eastland, and figures such as Ford and McGovern pay tribute to a man who shaped postwar policy, from Greece and Turkey aid to Korea defense, while tributes pour in from across the country.
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South Korea
Johnson City
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United States
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D. Wash
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Harry Truman
James D. Eastland
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Ken Hechler
D-W.va
White House
Spire T. Agnew
William P.rogers
Hugh Scott
House
Gerald KR. Ford
George S. McGovern
D.D
America
Topeka
Kan
Alf Landon
Franklin D
Roosevelt
Omar N. Bradley
Philadelphia
Bombs strike Hanoi as raids escalate in Vietnam war
Reports detail heavy U S bombing around Hanoi four crewmen killed in a U S Corsair crash in Thailand. MTI cites mass civilian flight as thousands flee. Pentagon notes ongoing raids across North Vietnam with many B 52s and fighter bombers involved.
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Holiday truce ends in Northern Ireland
In Belfast the three day Christmas cease fire by IRA extremists ended with shootings and bombings. Eight people were wounded and British troops clashed with gunmen as violence resumed on all sides. A 14 year old Catholic boy was wounded and a Catholic pub patron was shot in the chest. Bombs were thrown at pubs and vehicles in Newry amid renewed violence after the cease fire expired.
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Andes survivors face cannibalism rumors and denial
Relatives and officials reject cannibalism claims about the 16 Uruguayans who survived 70 days after a F27 crash in the Andes. Survivors remained silent as diplomats said a formal statement would come. A rescue chief cited evidence of cannibalism found at the wreck site, while officials warned against unverified reports.
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Andes
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Genes, environment shape crime says psychologist
Washington government psychologist Dr. David Rosenthal of the National Institute of Mental Health says crime stems mainly from environmental and socio cultural factors, with some inherited tendencies but no single criminality gene. He cites studies linking brain anomalies, low IQ, psychoses, alcoholism, and sexual disturbances to heredity, while stressing prevention through supportive environments.
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UPI
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National Institute of Mental Health
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American Association For the Advancement of Science
Bombs disrupt POWs routine in Hanoi letter
A letter read on Radio Havana describes resumed bombing of North Vietnam disrupting POWs daily life in Hanoi. Air Force Capt. Jerome Heeren, held since 196X, details routines like volleyball, card games, Bible study and weight lifting interrupted by attacks. Heeren expresses faith, longing for home, and hope for reunion.
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UPI
North Vietnam
Hanoi
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Heeren
Gwen Rosenow
Nanowag
Park sworn in for new term as South Korean president
Seoul reports President Park Chung-hee sworn in for a six year term under a reformed constitution granting reelection and expanded powers. He pledged reforms, prosperity and peace while promising better ties with North Korea and continued emergency authority as parliament powers are weakened.
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Park Csung-ee
South Korea
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North Korea
Double Feature at Cinema I Showcases Dumbo and Puppet on a Chain
Cinema I offers a holiday double bill of Dumbo and Legend of Lobo, a family friendly pairing though Dumbo may be too young for parents. Also playing is Asylum with Barbara Parkins, followed by Puppet on a Chain Woody Allen sketches. The adult material is rated Ki and presented irreverently with crude humor. One show at 8 p.m. in Williamstown.
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Woody Allen
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Woody
Hughes flees Managua for Britain after quake
Howard Hughes, 67, escaped Managua after a devastating earthquake and arrived in Britain aboard a private jet landing at Gatwick. Immigration officers and Scotland Yard detectives greeted the plane while the jet, via Fort Lauderdale and Shannon, touched down near midnight. He had sheltered in an eighth floor Intercontinental Hotel suite as Managua shook.
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UPI
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Debris found from missing Pacrover with no survivors
Juneau Alaska officials report oil slick four lifeboats and debris located after searchers scoured 800 miles south of Kodiak for the 570 foot Pacrover cargo ship missing since December 17 from Vancouver bound for Yokohama with 20 000 tons of coal. Crew described as Korean. Coast Guard and merchants aided in the hunt.
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