Fighting Near Saigon Intensifies As Rebels Press
UPI reports Communist forces attacked government units within seven miles of Saigon, blocking a major highway and infiltrating seven hamlets in a bid to isolate the capital. clashes spread from Phu Duong to the Iron Triangle along Highway 13, with several regiments engaged and hundreds of refugees fleeing toward Saigon.
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U N envoy dinner marks thaw in US China ties
Secretary Rogers hosted Chinese Foreign Minister Chiao Kuahua in a social dinner at his U N high rise apartment. The event, described as more social than substantive, showcased progress toward trade expansion and closer cultural exchanges between the United States and the People’s Republic of China. Attendees included Bush and officials from both nations. the mood was celebratory of improved relations and past tensions.
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Newsmen seek protection from compelled testimony
Washington UPI The head of the Newspaper Reporters Union urged Congress to pass laws shielding reporters from forced source disclosure under subpoenas. The June Supreme Court ruling limits absolute First Amendment protection, prompting fears for reporters and editors about mandatory testimony before grand juries or officials.
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Newark, N.J
Nader report reopens call for Congress reform
Washington report covers Ralph Nader’s study on Congress, criticizing lawmakers for ceding power to big business and the White House. It notes reforms debated since 1946 and 1970, Nader’s proposals to end seniority, disclose outside interests, and fund campaigns publicly, plus his 18 month effort and $200000 project.
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Bomb Laden Barrel Blast Wrecks Belfast Pub
A bomb in a beer barrel exploded at a Belfast pub on Bruce Street near Sandy Row, killing one and wounding 30, five seriously. Rescue crews pulled injured patrons from the wreckage as attackers hit British troops nearby. In Portadown a 24 year old Catholic man Patrick Connelly died when a hand grenade was tossed into his living room injuring his family. In Londonderry a soldier was seriously wounded by sniper fire near the Creggan housing.
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At the Movies CINEMA Woody Allen and classic pairings
Woody Allen returns with Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex The two Marx brothers films Monkey Business and Coconuts are suggested for fans. Bennington Bennington Drive in offers The Wild Angels Wid in the Streets and The Cycle Savages. Prime Cut stars Lee Marvin Gene Hackman with The Revengers at North Hoosick drive in. Screenings begin at dusk across multiple venues with times listed.
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NASA logs 100th test of reusable space ship
Edwards AFB California reports NASA conducted the 110th test flight of a wingless lifting body. NASA research pilot William H. Dana ignited the M2 engine to 900 mph peak speed and 67,000 feet, then glided to a dry lake bed landing to test stability and reuse potential of future space craft.
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Rabbi Kahane barred from leaving Israel
TEL AVIV UP I A judge released Rabbi Meir Kahane leader of the Jewish Defense League on 9500 bail but barred him from leaving Israel while suspected of aiding a smuggling bid to Europe for anti Arab terror attacks. Authorities say he organized the attempted arms shipment and he must surrender his passport despite a demand to travel to the United States for lectures.
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