Munich Olympics Terror Ends in Israeli Team Deaths
Arab gunmen seized Israeli athletes at the Munich village and killed nine, triggering a day of mourning as the Games paused and Brundage announced a one day delay in resuming events. The ambush at Fuerstenfeldbruck ended with nine Israeli deaths and three attackers captured.
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Israeli athletes escape fate after hostage raid at Munich
Shmuel Lalkin, head of the Israeli Olympic team, recalls waking to gunfire at 4:50 am and escaping his room as nine teammates were seized. He confirms two men in his block escaped and notes one coach leaped from a window while another fled. He says none of the terrorists entered his room.
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Israel Vows to Persevere War on Terrorists After Munich Hostage Deaths
Israel pledged to persevere in its war against terrorist organizations following the Munich hostage deaths. A government communique quoted Prime Minister Golda Meir promising continued action and international appeals to uproot terrorist bases. The statement noted Bonn's efforts to free hostages and said bodies would be returned Thursday as flags flew at half staff and funeral services were planned.
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Selectmen Debate Fulltime Zoning Administrator Need
Bennington selectmen discussed appointing a full-time zoning administrator as zoning officer Ned Winslow described his workload. He opposed taking a full-time post for himself while noting fees cover part of his time. Residents pushed for better enforcement and fee reform as part of a broader budget study.
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Max" Perretta
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Stink from Willow Road landfill prompts town inquiry
Willow Road resident tells Bennington Selectmen the landfill near Kocher Drive still emits rotten egg like odor at night. Town Manager Lamb says problem may be corrected and will check with the contractor.投诉 Powell questions use of Houghton Lane dump for tree stumps old appliances and large debris while officials announce a restricted demolition material area north of Carpenter Road in Brooklyn District.
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Nixon orders extra security against international outlaws
President Nixon announces intensified security measures in the United States after the Munich killings of Israeli Olympic athletes. He directs consultations with foreign governments on urgent collective steps to curb terrorism and extends protections to Israeli citizens and diplomats.
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