Violence Unit Split Over Civil Disobedience Tactics
The National Violence Commission divided for the first time on condemning civil disobedience as a tactic to change law. A six member minority, including two Black members, argued nonviolent disobedience could be effective, while the seven member majority urged abiding by laws until constitutional tests run their course.
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Panthers charge after gun battle with L A police
Los Angeles police and Black Panther members fought a four hour gun battle after a predawn raid on Panther headquarters at 4415 South Central Ave. Eleven Panthers, including three women, were arrested at the campus and thirteen at two related sites. Three officers and three Panthers were wounded, and no fatalities were reported. The raid yielded two Thompson submachine guns, three sawed off shotguns, twelve rifles or carbines, eight handguns and hundreds of rounds of ammunition. Community leaders denounced the action as political repression.
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Independent probes urged after Chicago police raid killings
Dozens of black community groups and some white civic groups called for independent investigations of the West Side apartment raid. Police say a woman fired a shotgun, triggering a 10 minute shootout in which Illinois Panther chairman Fred Hampton and another leader were killed. The Panthers claim Hampton was murdered in his bed and allege police breaches. State's Attorney Hanrahan questioned background of the questions and defended the police action. Illinois AG's office declined to investigate.
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Fair Military Trial Impossible Calley Says in Dismissal Plea
Calley’s civilian attorney argues a fair military trial is impossible due to pervasive media coverage stirring public passion. They seek dismissal of all charges, citing prejudicial press and presidential remarks influencing potential jurors. A Jan. 20 hearing will consider the motion as Army officials prepare to decide on court-martialing a second soldier in the My Lai massacre.
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Salaries Rise Record-High for White-Collar Workers
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a 5.7 percent average salary increase for white-collar workers from June 1968 to June 1969, the largest rise in nine years. Professional, administration, and technical roles up 5.8 percent, clerical up 5.5 percent. David Mitchell in Fort Hood, Texas charged with assault with intent to murder. In Saigon, Vietnam tensions and My Lai inquiry prompt calls for broader inquiry into U.S.-Vietnam relations. In London, PM Wilson urges patience for facts before judgment on U.S. massacre reports.
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