Tough session predicted as Congress returns to work
Washington predicts a tough, mostly political session with unfinished business. Mansfield warns it will be fouled up as presidential race actions unfold and 33 Senate seats plus all 435 House seats are in play before the November election. Nixon faces fire on war policies as bills on campaign finance and EEOC powers move through Congress.
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Lebanon moves to cool explosive Mideast situation
United Press International reports An Nahar says Lebanon rejected a three nation offer to send troops to curb Israeli border strikes, fearing Arab troop buildup could worsen tension. Guerrilla officials urge restraint as Egypt reshuffles cabinet to tackle war footing and austerity ahead of possible conflict.
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Democrats to answer Nixon Friday on national hookup
Democrats will address President Nixon’s state of the Union in a 55 minute national television program telephoning viewer opinions. The show, to be carried on three networks and PBS, starts at noon EST 24 hours after Nixon’s joint session address. Senate Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield and House leaders will headline the panel.
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Rahman orders East Bengali rebels to surrender weapons within 10 days
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Mujibur Rahman told the Ghana Bahini to disarm within ten days or face public scrutiny while Indian authorities estimate thousands of weapons remain in civilian hands. He praised guerrilla support, announced a national militia plan, and called for unity under one organization amid the war. Reports also note discussions on recognizing Bangladesh, with Australia Malaysia West Germany and the Netherlands among potential supporters.
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Hotel fire in Tyrone leaves 13 dead amid frozen debris
Firefighters in brutal cold plowed through 10 inches of ice shielding the Tyrone Pennsylvania House Hotel debris. Four bodies lay under the ice as 60 to 70 volunteers fought the blaze for seven hours. The owners and five children among the dead, with two occupants surviving. Frostbite and smoke inhalation affected many responders.
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Soviet spy ships fueled from U.S. coastal ports
Quincy Mass UPI A top Naval officer says Soviet intelligence gathering ships in the Atlantic are fueled and supplied from North American ports. Adm. Charles Duncan, com
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Two New Screenings Move Into Local One For Adults
Harte Theatre showcases Cry Un cle an adults only satire rated X. Williamstown College Cinema screens Libido billed as best erotic film for women. Shows at 7 and 9 p.m. at Harte and 7 and 9 at Williamstown. Also Admiral Duncan disclosed Soviet vessels provisioning at Atlantic ports then rendezvousing with intelligence ships thousands of miles from home.
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