Monty Dies at 88 Hero of El Alamein Passes Away
Field Marshal Viscount Montgomery who led Allied forces to victory at El Alamein died in his sleep at his Hampshire home at age 88. A widower, he will have a hero's funeral April 1 at St George's Chapel Windsor, with private burial at Binsted. Son David present at Alton bedside. Montgomery known for Desert Rats command and a long British Army career. Churchill lauded El Alamein as turning the war’s tide.
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Argentine coup topples government and installs military junta
Buenos Aires reports a bloodless seizure as Isabel Peron is arrested at gunpoint and a three man military junta takes control. The army promises to eradicate subversion, stabilize the economy, and pursue a campaign against leftist insurgents amid high inflation and political chaos.
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Bennington delays decision on filling town manager post
Bennington selectmen postponed a final decision on filling the vacant town manager post for another week after a Tuesday executive session. Auburn assistant city manager John Spita remains a prime candidate as board members plan further inquiries, with a March 30 hoped final decision. Spita said he remains interested and may hold off for another post in Maine while pursuing Bennington.
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Mt Anthony teachers approve two year contract
Mt Anthony Union faculty endorsed a two year contract after negotiations with the school board. The deal reduces pay raises but extends the term, with a first year average around 9.2 percent and a second year similar if cost of living bonus remains. The board noted 15 positions were eliminated, lowering the salary account by 11 787 dollars despite the raises.
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Vermont Senate approves driver education funding bill
The state Senate approved an amended bill to raise driver license fees from six to eight dollars for two years and increase the driving exam cost from two to ten dollars for the first test. House action pending. Superintendent George A. Sleeman says the measure should pass and will fund Mt. Anthony Union High School driver education, about twenty thousand dollars, aiding summer and in school programs and reducing local tax rates. He notes state aid will enable all interested students to participate.
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Syria negotiates cease-fire amid clashes in Lebanon
Syria leads talks on a cease-fire in Lebanon as negotiators report an agreement in principle with some factions. Fierce fighting around Beirut’s coast left at least 150 dead and 325 wounded as Moslem leftists clashed with right-wing Christian militiamen. Negotiations continued with Socialist leader Kamal Jumblatt at his Aley mountain home while Yasser Arafat and other guerrilla leaders attended.
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Reagan defeats Ford in North Carolina primary
In Raleigh Reagan overturns Ford with a 6 percent margin while Carter overwhelms Wallace by 19 percent. Carter leads the Democratic field as Wallace vows another run in Wisconsin on April 6 and Reagan plans a major fund-raising bid amid rising debt.
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California Governor Brown’s White House bid sparks debates
In California and beyond, Edmund G. Brown Jr. probes a path to the presidency with a bold “I want to be president” stance. Observers weigh a potential Humphrey-Brown ticket, a strong California primary push, and the risk of a deadlocked convention shaping New York deliberations.
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Jerry) Brown Jr
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Inside Report Highlights ACLU Ruling and Braniff Fine
ACLU protests a defamation court ruling while Braniff faces a fine for illegal campaign contributions. Baby whale rescue reported off Maine. Local notes cover Blue Laws and eminent domain needs for hydro projects.
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