African Union breaks with Britain over Rhodesia crisis
ADDIS ABABA Ethiopia AP The Organization of African Unity council voted to break off diplomatic relations with Britain by December 15 unless Rhodesia’s rebellion is crushed. A full economic blockade will be imposed, communications severed, Southern Rhodesian accounts blocked, and travel documents voided. The decision was unanimous among 35 attendees.
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Weekend Weather With Light Snow Flurries
Weekend forecast shows a moderate night with a low near 38 degrees. Snow flurries are expected tomorrow morning, clearing to a high near 41. Sunday remains moderately mild with similar conditions.
Klan Trio Convicted in Alabama Civil Rights Slaying
A white Montgomery jury convicted three Ku Klux Klansmen of criminal conspiracy in the murder of a civil rights worker and a federal judge sentenced them to 10 years. President Johnson praised the verdict while MLK urged continued federal action to ensure equal protection for Negroes and rights workers. Local officials and civil rights leaders welcomed the decision as progress toward justice.
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Asian Development Bank Created To Combat Slump
Manila AP report says representatives from 26 nations signed a 1 billion dollar charter for a new Asian Development Bank. Dignitaries including Eugene Black attended as the U S and Japan pledged 200 million each as largest contributors. Bank formation awaits ratification by 15 nations, with at least 10 Asian members.
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Asian Development Bank
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Asian Bank
Mississippi Delta Journey Through Desegregation Ties
A traveler records a Mississippi Delta itinerary from Clarksdale to NAACP sites, noting race, voting law changes, and life under Jim Crow. Encounters with Joan, Tom, Deborah, and local residents reveal tension, courage, and daily danger as activists organize voter registration amid hostile attitudes.
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NAACP
Yazoo
Tom
Deborah
New York
G. L. Coleman
U S Eyes Laos Route as Vietnam Builds Up
Washington reports point to large scale air strikes against the Ho Chi Minh trail in southern Laos to hinder North Vietnamese reinforcements. A major troop buildup in South Vietnam is expected as U S leaders weigh moves with McNamara and Rusk while peace talks falter with Moscow.
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London
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Britain
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Rusk
Texas
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