Rogers tells Asian leaders U.S. cutting involvement abroad
Secretary of State William P. Rogers travels in Asia to announce a U.S. shift toward regional self reliance and reduced involvement abroad while pledging to honor treaty commitments. He outlines three points: Nixon’s aim to end the Vietnam war, preservation of SEATO and CENTO roles, and greater Asian responsibility for security.
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Colombia tightens guard after anti Rocky riots
Colombia imposes light security across Bogota to prevent a repeat of student protests that blocked Gov Nelson Rockefeller's visit. About 100 injured nationwide, with most clashes in Bogota Monteria Barranquilla and Cartagena. Police arrest leaders amid student strikes and protests linked to pro China groups.
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Laotian, Red Forces Battle Over Plain Des Jarres
Laotian government troops and Communist Pathet Lao with North Vietnamese forces clash over the Plaine des Jarres in the northeast. Government warns Xieng Khouang is flattened and under no man’s land control as U S and Laotian air strikes slow the advance. Population of 15,000 flees to government areas.
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Poher Seeks Fresh Spirit in France Foreign Policy
Interim president Poher urges renewed Atlantic alliance with a united Europe as equal to the United States. He calls for France to resume traditional Middle East friendships, reject unilateral arms embargo, and push Geneva disarmament talks. Pompidou signals Gaullist policy changes and Europe talks.
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Beano Bill Dies as House Backs Sargent Veto
Massachusetts House failed to override Gov Sargent veto of beano bill by a 147 8 vote largely along party lines. Backers argued it would regulate religious fraternal and veterans groups games with top prize of 50 dollars while opponents warned of open gambling and administrative costs.
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Welfare Pays Greens Fees For NYC Man
A New York City welfare recipient received money for golf permits and greens fees as doctors deemed it a special therapeutic experience. He also sought city funds to buy a trotting horse and appliances while facing seven grand and petit larceny counts for cashing welfare checks and replacing them after alleged losses. Damian Davis, 31, appeared in Bronx court on Tuesday with the district attorney alleging misuse of welfare aid to cover gambling losses at the race track.
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Rome Garbagemen Strike Shuts Streets Again
In Rome a three day strike by street cleaners and garbage collectors leads to piling waste. The United union cites 700 sweepers and 1,400 collectors as insufficient for a city near 3 million people as Romans and tourists complain.
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