First Prisoner Exchange Completed
Miami News editor Bill Baggs reports on the first U S North Vietnam prisoner exchange since 1966. North Vietnam calls pilots war criminals, while U S hopes for broader talks. details cover living conditions, rationing, and the cautious stance of Hanoi toward talks and exchanges.
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Harry Ashmore
Arkansas Gazette
Center For the Study of Democratic
Mr. Baggs
Bill Baggs
Hanoi
Laos
Vietnam
U.S
United States Navy
News At A Glance Easter killings and political shifts
US Marines seize a hill near Khe Sanh amid Easter fighting as South Vietnamese expected to assume more northern frontier duty. Johnson plans Hawaii talks with Korea’s president and US chiefs. Four killed in Panmunjom area ambush. Race relations shift after Memphis rain sparks events. Courts tackle arrests from King assassination riots as FBI hunts a mysterious car. Armys note a quick continuation on page two.
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Martin Luther King Jr
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Alfred Street Block Sold in Biddeford Trade
The Alfred and Jeffer son Streets block in Biddeford formerly owned by Noe and Arthur Bibeau has been sold to Christe Antonakos and Thomas Pouravelis for investment. The property includes a barber shop a women’s shop and a vacant store and was transacted through A F LeClair Realtor of Saco.
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Noe
Arthur Bibeau
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Thomas Pouravelis
A. F. LeClair
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Saco
How To Tell If Your Child Is Taking Drugs
A Family Circle panel advises parents to watch for behavior changes and losses in school performance while noting signs such as withdrawal, secretive phone calls, and lost belongings. Marijuana cues include dilated pupils and unusual talkativeness. If concerns arise, avoid panic and seek help from clergy, doctors, or psychiatric clinics. strengthen family relationships and clear communication to prevent drug use.
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Ethel Wyner
Jamaica
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J . Mackell
Queens County
Johnny
William Cole
Bay State Woman Ignores Fire After Gasoline Attempt
An unidentified Massachusetts woman poured gasoline over herself at an Elm Street service station in Saco and tried to ignite it with matches. A station employee and owner Ralph Curlew intervened, knocking away the matches and calling police. She was hospitalized with minor burns after a second attempt near demolished houses.
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Army Considering Titanium Helmets
The Army weighs lighter yet tougher titanium helmets for infantry protection. Edgewood Arsenal tests show titanium can cut weight by about one pound while equalizing protection. costs rise to about 53 dollars per helmet versus 4.35 for steel in a 100,000 unit run. Pentagon to issue another contract for wider testing, with Vietnam combat trials planned.
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Income Tax Filing Deadline Midnight Tonight
The deadline for 1967 income tax returns is midnight tonight with about 5.2 million taxpayers filing today as part of an expected record 73.2 million returns by June. The IRS notes many filed earlier and outlines late filing leniency for those affected by last week’s violence while still charging interest.
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Johnson Heads For Honolulu
President Johnson wrapped Easter weekend at his Texas ranch and flew from Bergstrom AFB to Honolulu for talks with South Korea’s leader and U.S. military chiefs in the Pacific. Cyrus R. Vance joined the party. discussions will cover Vietnam troop commitments and regional security with Adm. Sharp and others.
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South Korea
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Pacific
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Hawaii
Cyrus R. Vance
Defense
Vance
North Korea
Pueblo
Showers Ease Maine Fire Threat
Statewide showers reduced Maine fire danger from Class Five to Class Two, easing wildfire risk after 68 fires since March 31. Fires burned over 560 acres, with the Hancock County blaze alone at 435 acres. A Standish dump accident left a electrician in critical condition and injuries to a 12 year old, while a two alarm Portland fire caused about 15000 dollars in damages. Norway saw two buildings leveled in grass and structural blazes, and a Clinton boy suffered severe burns from a grass fire near his home.
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Maine Woodlands
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Lester DeCoster
Maine
Hancock County
Acadia Job Corps Center
Bar Harbor
Donald S. Wadase
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Matthew Bailey
Seton Hospital
Waterville
Paul Bailey
Topsham Air Force Station
Topsham
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Portland
Thomas H. Markley
Maine Medical Center
Standish
Irvin Ireland
Norway
Francis Millett
Norway Highway Department
Steel Talks Local Issues On Negotiating Tables
Pittsburgh AP report notes mill hands at U S Steel Homestead Works seek more parking and a full-time doctor while McKeesport workers push for incentive pay. Local talks on hundreds of issues affect 450000 United Steelworkers, with an Aug 1 strike possibility and risk of shifting disputes to national bargaining.
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