Soviet hints a softening on a pact approach
In Moscow, Premier Kosygin and British Foreign Secretary Stewart discussed potential easing of opposition to NATO nuclear sharing. British sources say a possible nonproliferation pact could emerge if Moscow shifts from its hard stance on a multi lateral nuclear force. US and NATO debate ongoing while no Soviet confirmation is given. A Vatican City ecumenical council document then urged multilateral disarmament with effective controls, while noting dangers in nuclear deterrence.
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Moscow
UPI
Kremlin
Michael Stewart
Alexei Kosygin
Stewart
Kosygin
Russia
United States
Britain
NATO
Atomic Club
Vatican City
Ecumenical Council
De Gaulle Could Face First Runoff in Election
Paris reports that Charles de Gaulle may fail to win a majority on the first ballot. Polls show support dropping from about 66 percent to below 30 percent in a month, raising the possibility of a Dec. 19 runoff between top contenders. Observers doubt De Gaulle would accept a runoff, predicting he might withdraw to Colombey if he falls short.
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Paris
UPI
Charles de Gaulle
de Gaulle
France
Colombey
Nuclear Carrier Enterprise Joins War in Viet Nam Actions
The nuclear powered USS Enterprise joined combat in Viet Nam, with pilots chasing a daily strike record. Two Phantom jets were lost but crews were saved, amid another bomber and missile site raids near Hanoi and heavy fighting around Binh Chanh near Saigon. A Mansfield delegation arrived in Saigon to discuss the war with Ambassador Lodge and General Westmoreland.
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South
Viet Nam
Associated Press
Saigon
UPI
Enterprise
Wavy
U.S
Hanoi
Navy
Air Force
Binh Chanh
North Viet Nam
Mekong River
My Tho
Senate
Mike Mansfield
TeMont
Henry Cabot Lodge
William C. Westmoreland
Colder Weeks and Snow Talk Dismissed for Yankeeland
Washington reports the U S Weather Bureau forecasts December will bring colder than normal temperatures in the Northeast, while the West and South stay above average. The 30 day outlook notes above normal precipitation from the Southern Western Plateau through the southern half of the nation and into the Far Northwest, with the drought-stricken Northeast likely seeing near normal rainfall.
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Washington
U.S. Weather Bureau
Jook
Laos Declares Emergency Near Ho Chi Minh Trail
The Laotian government declared a state of emergency in two southern provinces near the Vietnamese border amid fighting with Communist forces. The move places the region on a war footing as North Vietnamese troops and Pathet Lao are accused of violating Geneva accords while US bombing continues in the corridor.
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Vientiane
Laos
UPI
Viet Nam
Tharck
Savannakhet
North Viet Nam
South Viet Nam
Pathet Lao
Saigon
Thoung Uy
South
Kuprasit Abhay
Boy Scouts Sue Leaders Over Frostbite
Jerome Dobson eleven and Michael Barnett twelve sue to recover damages for frostbite from a weekend hiking trip in Trumbull last February. They claim extremely cold and windy weather with temperatures as low as eight degrees. Plaintiffs name Pamperang Council, Boy Scouts of America Inc., Bridgeport, and Alfred Doughty as defendants.
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Bridgeport, Conn
Boy Scout Council
Bridgeport
Jerome Dobson
Michael Barnett
Trumbull
Pamperang Council
Boy Scouts of America, Inc
Alfred Doughty
Jury Gets Klan Case In Slaying
An all white jury in Montgomery began considering conspiracy charges against three Ku Klux Klan members tied to the slaying of civil rights worker Viola Liuzzo. The case centers on whether the defendants conspired to violate rights during the Selma to Montgomery march.
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Montgomery
Ala
UPI
Viola J.iuzzo
Detroit
Frank M. Johnson
Thomas
William Eaton
Collie Leroy Wilkins
Eugene
Johnson
Vatican debate signals open stance on contraception
AP reports a new draft of the Vatican II birth control statement urges further study, keeping contraception questions "more than open." Past teachings remain valid, but the issue may evolve. Pope Paul VI to issue an interim remark next Tuesday as the modern world schema is promulgated. The draft was distributed today, stressing continued inquiry into contraception.
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Vatican City
Vatican Ecumenical Council
Paul VI
President Urges Fiscal Restraint
The nation's jobless rate fell to an eight year low of 4.2 percent in November with total employment at a record 72.8 million. Unemployed numbered 2,966,000, up about 200,000 from October, though seasonal adjustment lowers the rate. without adjustment the rate would be 3.9 percent. The decline continues a year long trend in unemployment.
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Washington
Labor Department
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Harold Goldstein
Zambia Accepts British Terms For RAF Use In Zambia
Britain will base RAF units in Zambia to defend against Rhodesia threats with potential ground troops later. Plans include flights to Kenya en route to Lusaka while OAU debates troop dispatch. Sanctions will curb Rhodesia exports including asbestos copper meat and ferrochrome. Fire destroys Bennie Graci home in Louisiana after Betsy repairs.
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London
Zambia
Britain
Rhodesia
Harold Wilson
Kariba
Kenya
Commonwealth
Arthur Bottomley
Lusaka
Kenneth Kaunda
Addis Ababa
Organization For African Unity
OAU
Ian Smith
Wilson
Johnson urges restraint to curb inflation amid Viet Nam war
President Johnson addressed U.S. business and labor leaders via telephone urging cooperative wage and price restraint to keep inflation in check and promote a record 1966 prosperity. He backed unconditional talks for peace in Viet Nam and warned against overheating the economy while war costs rise.
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Johnson City
Tex
Johnson
U.S
Business Council
Washington
Viet Nam
White House
W. B. Murphy
Council
Campbell Soup Co
John W. Burke Jr
Central Mass Rapid Transit Proposal Expands
Springfield civic leaders and the Worcester Chamber of Commerce pursue linking Springfield and Worcester in a multi million dollar rapid transit project. The proposed route would run from New Haven to Springfield then to Boston via Worcester with trains planned initially at 150 mph and potential speeds near 300 mph in future stages.
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Springfield
Mass
UPI
Worcester
Springfield Joint Civic Agencies
ICA
Paul Greeley
JCA
Sail
Worcester Chamber of Commerce
New York
New Haven
Conn
New London
Gay Head Named National Natural Landmark
Interior Secretary Udall announced 20 areas in 14 states are designated as registered natural landmarks including Gay Head on Martha's Vineyard. The program aims to recognize and protect notable natural sites, regardless of ownership, with voluntary participation and transfer of these areas as federal property.
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Washington
GPS
Interior
Stewart L. Udall
Gay Head
Martha's Vineyard
Mass
Udall
Lee Creates United Community Fund Council in Lee
After two failed attempts, a 14 member council formed to govern the Lee United Community Fund. Albert N. Nettleton was elected acting chairman at a meeting at East Lee Steak House, with plans to draft by laws and incorporate by Jan. 1. The fund will begin its first annual drive in October 1966 to support 1967 operations, joining ten local agencies.
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C. Marcel Brunell
Peter Fraser
Stuart C. Miller
Patsy
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Florence
Consolati
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Red Cross
Lee Visiting Nurse Association
Girl Scouts
Salvation Army
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Family and Children Service
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Cerebral Palsy Association
Berkshire County
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