Cambodia Shifts Stance on Cambodian Viet Cong Sanctuary
Norodom Sihanouk told the Washington Post Cambodia would not intervene militarily if U S forces entered to fight Vietnamese Communists illegally in outlying regions and would seek U N Security Council action if needed Protests would be lodged by both sides An envoy from President Johnson was welcomed to discuss the sanctuary issue affecting U S Cambodia relations
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Soviet Union
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Jazz King Paul Whiteman Dies in Doylestown Pa
Paul Whiteman the orchestra leader who popularized jazz for decades died of an acute heart attack at 77 after hospitalization from New Hope. He shaped symphonic jazz and mentored Bing Crosby and Bix Beiderbecke. Survived by wife Margaret Livingston son Paul Jr and three daughters.
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Victor Talking Machine Co
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David Kelley
Northeast Snowstorm Closes Roads and Snarls Travel
A massive winter storm blankets the Northeast with heavy snow and blustery winds. Two single vehicle accidents are reported as city highways 11 and 9 see minor ties ups while Boston and New York face airport delays and worsening travel conditions.
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Britain plans East of Suez pullout and defense cuts
London reports that the Labour government aims to withdraw 40,000 troops and 40,000 civilian staff from the Far East by 1970 71, shift defense to Europe, and cut a 1.92 billion dollar spending package. Key steps include ending eastern commitments, accelerating withdrawal, scrapping Ark Royal Hermes Eagle carriers, and reallocating Phantom jets.
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Humphrey Leaves On Goodwill Trip
Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey departs Washington for a nine country African goodwill tour to stress peaceful development and human opportunity. The Ivory Coast and Liberia host initial stops with Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall and Edgar Boneman accompanying the Tubman delegation as Humphrey aims to listen and learn.
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Town and Village Share Renovation Costs
Bennington Selectmen agreed to pay half the 1570 dollar cost to renovate the village police offices on the town building’s second floor. The village would cover the rest if needed, with 1968 as the year for the town’s share. Local officials also discussed year 1967 budget discrepancies and planned a March 1968 town meeting warning.
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Ormal Pierce
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Ber
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Alma Langlois
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Ruby van Santvoord
John J. DeVito
Mayor Lindsay Seeks to Avert New York Subway Strike
New York City Mayor John V. Lindsay intervened in talks between the Transit Workers Union and the Transit Authority to prevent a subway and bus strike set for the New Year. He met with negotiators at the Americana Hotel to push an overall strategy and avoid a repeat of the 1966 disruption. The sticking point remains the union demand for half-pay pensions after two years. union president Matthew Guinan says all other demands are negotiable.
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UAW Ratifies GM Contract With Wage Increase
UAW members approve a new GM contract lifting the average auto worker pay by 1700 annually by end of 1970. The pact, ratified after ballots from 168 bargaining units, takes effect Jan 1 following a Dec. 15 settlement. Production workers 5-1 and skilled trades 7-2. first year veto power for skilled trades.
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Detroit
UPI
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Leonard Woodcock
Inside: Small towns and state strength by Sam Ogden
Columnist Sam Ogden argues small towns are not barnacles on state power and discusses the value of rural voices. Separate notes mention ongoing talks about a Manchester teen center and community plans in page two.
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Accident delays Carmody in Shaftsbury collision
State's Attorney John T. Carmody Jr., 27, arrived late to Municipal Court after a 8:05 a.m. collision on U.S.7 near Governor's Rock. He struck a plow truck owned by Alfred Rice, 52, of Shaftsbury, which had backed into the highway. Carmody reported back pain and planned to see his physician. No injuries or damage to Rice's vehicle.
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