POW exchange sights 27 Americans to be released Monday
Hentington Banner reports that 27 U.S. prisoners will be freed Monday in a multination exchange near Quan Tat, part of a larger swap involving more than 3,000 Vietnamese and Communist prisoners. Other details place releases at Bien Hoa and Quang Tri with helicopters ferrying prisoners to Saigon and Clark Air Base. The exchange follows Paris accord terms and involves the Four-Party Joint Military Commission amid ongoing cease-fire violation reports.
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Speculators Bet on Dollar Crisis as State Banks Intervene
West German Bundesbank and Japanese state bank bought dollars to defend the dollar as markets fear another devaluation. Bundesbank purchased up to 80 million in the first hour. Japan’s bank bought about 240 million. The move aimed to stabilize the price level of the dollar and curb speculative bets, with new losses and volatility in Brussels London and New York.
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Agnew Wraps Southeast Asia Tour With Optimism In Manila
Vice President Spiro Agnew concluded an eight nation Southeast Asian tour in Manila voicing guarded optimism that major U.S. involvement in Vietnam could end. He met with President Marcos, discussed security and treaty commitments, and warned the ceasefire could either solidify peace or unravel amid tensions.
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Congress Must Play Key Role in Indochina Rebuild
Secretary of State William P. Rogers told the House Foreign Affairs Committee that Congress must back any Indochina reconstruction effort. He outlined a multilateral plan including Japan, with a Paris ministers conference to discuss a $7.3 billion five year program, while stressing no US commitments yet to North or South Vietnam. Rogers urged congressional support despite domestic opposition and framed rebuilding as an investment in peace.
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Postal Service blames airlines for slow mail delays
The Postal Service says airlines delay mail deliveries and must guarantee space on planes. Postmaster General Klassen vows to secure committed space, citing Christmas delays at major airports. Senator Kennedy sponsors a bill to ease second class rate increases over ten years with caps on early postage for the first copies.
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World Becomes Doorstep For Superchickens Breeder
Grant Sulfen, a 17 year old in West Poiny Canf, bred a "Weirdo" superchicken whose 2 pound size and egg production sparked global interest. Offers from Panama and Zaire, a $6,300 bid from a Tijuana promoter, and interest from agriculture schools flood his mail as he grows a flock from 40 to over 300 and contemplates college and a future in business administration.
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Man's license suspended for accident he didn't have
Timothy ONeill Benson of Lincoln Nebraska learned his license was suspended for a supposed involvement in a San Diego California wreck. Investigators found the error but California insurers refused coverage until records were corrected. Benson, 22, said he never left Nebraska at the time and feared potential consequences if the mistake had continued.
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Questions on the origin of the dollar crisis explained
A series of questions and answers outlines why the dollar is under pressure. Experts point to excess dollars outside U S control, deficits, inflation fears, and costly international commitments. Speculators, including Middle East oil interests and major firms, bet against the dollar amid fragile trade ties and rising U S costs. West Germany holds dollars to support stability, while Japan, France, and Britain seek a healthier dollar to keep their exchange rates and trade favorable.
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Pilot who balked at bombing given an other than honorable discharge
Captain Michael J. Heck, 20, a B52 pilot in Thailand, was granted an other than honorable discharge after refusing a December 47 bombing mission over North Vietnam. His AC LU lawyer Marvin M. Karpatkin said the discharge may be challenged in military or civilian court.
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Across 110th Street tops a crowded cinema bill
At CINEMAT Quint and Franciosa star in Across 110th Street a mob tale about a crook stealing from a crook. Fritz the Cat and Oh Calcutta share the twin bill with prices. Williamstown College Cinema offers Catch 22 and The Graduate with showtimes tonight only.
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