Trujillo's Son Dies From Crash Injuries at 40
MADRID AP UP I reports Rafael Leonidas Trujillo Jr son of the Dominican dictator died from injuries after a Dec 17 head on crash. He aged 40 had a history as a playboy and former joint head of the Dominican armed services. He was buried today as his family and former wife Octavian stood by.
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United States
Duchess of Albuquerque
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Air Force
Spain
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Egypt
Verdi
Aida
Asian Flu Epidemic Hits Europe
Europe endures a growing Asian flu outbreak that has killed thousands and left millions ill. Italy reports 5,000 deaths with 15 million sick at peak. Yugoslavia sees about four million ill and 200 deaths. Britain and Scandinavia face rising cases. Oslo reports King Olav V ill but recovering with rest.
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Spain
B52 Raids Near Cambodia Mark Heaviest Since November
Waves of B52 Stratofortress bombers hit enemy concentrations within a mile of Cambodia in nine waves from Guam and Thailand. About 900 tons of bombs were dropped on guerrilla bivouacs near the border as U.S. troop strength rose to 75,300. The attacks followed weekend clashes northeast and northwest of Saigon, with 46 enemy and several American casualties reported.
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Washington
Ray Seeks Court Order To End His Near Solitary Confinement
In Nashville, James Earl Ray appeared in federal court seeking to end his near solitary confinement at Tennessee State Prison. Ray argued the arrangement amounts to cruel and unusual punishment and alleged possible deals to keep him in max security. He denied requesting release to general population, proposing workable low exposure jobs instead. Separately, a Connecticut incident saw a traveler who, delayed by weather, join a bar gathering and pay a $100 bill for a bottle, then board his flight after the bartender counted his tab as $91.
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Percy Foreman
Memphis
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Harry S. Avery
FBI
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Conn
Bradley International Airport
Appeals to Belli for Help Zodiac Killer Breaks Silence
Zodiac, wanted for five San Francisco Bay area murders, writes to attorney Melvin Belli asking for help as he hints at a possible eighth victim and fears losing control. Belli, abroad, responds by offering to meet and assist, stressing the goal of stopping further killings.
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Zodiac
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Germany
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Israeli Air Strikes Hit Jordan Amid Reprisal Claims
United Press International reports Israel launched a six-raid weekend into Jordan and other fronts, killing five people near Amman and wounding eight. Israel cited stepped-up aggression from Jordan, while Egypt said two Israeli planes were shot down. The front saw clashes across the border and newly pledged support from Libya and the Sudan for the Suez Canal front.
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Hope Dims in Search For Freighter's Crew
In a grim rescue effort off Pearl Harbor 24 U.S. seamen were missing after the Badger State exploded amid 30-foot seas. The freighter Flying Dragon joined the search 1,500 miles northwest of Hawaii while the Khian Star rescued 14 survivors en route to Yokohama. The Badger State, bound for Da Nang, Vietnam, was abandoned after an explosion tore a hole amidships.
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Graham Tells Youths to Tune in to God at Rock Festival
Evangelist Billy Graham attracted about 15 000 fans at the Miami Hollywood Speedway festival while promising to return to the hip scene to reach youths. He said he expected hostility but was greeted politely and urged prayers for peace as authorities reported 32 arrests amid the three day event.
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