Housewives Urged To Campaign For Stiff Meat Inspection Bill
Washington (UPI) Betty Furness urges housewives to back a strong meat inspection bill as conferees draft a compromise. The House favor grants to states for plant inspections, while the Senate adds federal oversight if states fail to meet federal standards within two years. Deputies Poage and Smith warn a tough bill may be needed amid meat lobby opposition. Mondale vows continued push, warning against weak protections and promising public pressure.
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High Speed Test Reaches 164 MPH for PRR Cars
Philadelphia UP I says two electric cars reached 164 mph on a PRRhigh speed test run on a track between New Brunswick and Trenton New Jersey. Allen J Greenough PRR president said 50 self propelled cars are undergoing tests for service on a New York to Washington line expected early in 1968. Acceptance criteria include 125 mph in 2 minutes 150 mph in 3 minutes and sustained 160 mph+.
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Florida Slain Youths Identity Sought Across States
Florida authorities search Eastern High Schools in six states to identify two youths found dead beside Ocean Highway. Autopsies and ballistics tests underway as fingerprints go to the National Crime Laboratory. Sheriff Edmonson says the pair, late teens or early 20s, may be brothers and bore a class ring for Eastern High School class of 1967 with no initials.
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Ike's Proposal Seen As Trial Balloon
Former President Eisenhower’s suggestion of a limited ground action near the DMZ is viewed as a possible trial balloon to aid President Johnson. Bradley and McNamara are among officials weighing risks of a real invasion, with concerns about Chinese intervention and North Vietnamese strength. The report notes opposition from several officials and potential political implications for Johnson.
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Agreement Reached On Hong Kong Border
Britain and Communist China announce a signed accord ending months of violence along the Hong Kong border. The pact, reported by the Communist New China News Agency and Hong Kong officials, promises safety for border residents and allows farming inside the colony while enabling propagation of Mao Tse-tung thoughts. Barricades and barbed wire at a vehicle crossing will be removed, and violence reductions are hoped as part of the settlement.
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Dick Gregory Fasts to Protest Vietnam War in Maine
Dick Gregory, the 35 year old Negro comedian, began a Thanksgiving fast lasting 32 days in protest of U.S. policy in Vietnam. Speaking at Nassau College in Springvale, he reported losing 20 pounds from 158 to 138 and said he will continue until he drops. He urged a Christmas boycott and urged followers not to buy turkey. He also noted the challenge of 26 personal appearances remaining.
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