Heavy snows lash West Coast flood region
Heavy mountain snow and coastal winds hit the northern California flood area ending a week of torrential rains. Rivers slowed as colder weather began, easing some danger though hundreds remain marooned and relief work hampered. Collected figures show rising damage and dozens of deaths across Oregon California Idaho and Washington with estimated losses near a billion dollars.
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News At A Glance
A Viet Cong zone headquarters appears smashed with at least 67 guerrillas killed. President Johnson prioritizes foreign policy as a top agenda item with an optimistic view on global affairs. Senate probes NASA patent rights which taxpayers fund. Northern California endures heavy snow and wind, hindering flood relief efforts as marooned residents face hardship. Highway deaths exceed 550 during the Christmas weekend. A Los Angeles priest exiles himself over requests to stay silent on racism. U N mediators near a breakthrough to avert a U S Soviet clash over peacekeeping funds. American baritone Cornell MacNeil vows never to sing again at the Parma Opera House after a walkout.
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Priest to Self-Impose Exile Protest Silence Order
In Los Angeles a Roman Catholic priest, Rev. John V. Coffield, 49, announces a self-imposed exile from the archdiocese as a protest against church silence on racism after being subjected to a five month enforced vacation for speaking out against Proposition 14. He plans three to six years in Chicago doing missionary work with the Inter-American Cooperative Institute, beginning January 1, and seeks to oppose ongoing quietism within the church while defending obedience aligned with moral sin.
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By the time a man has the shape for the job
A humorous quip notes that when a man finally fits the role he seeks his children no longer believe in Santa Claus. The line reflects a playful reflection on aging, ambition, and the shifting beliefs within a family.
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Area To Remain Eligible For ARA Aid In Biddeford Sanford
Hugh Marshall Biddeford Industrial director said the Biddeford Sanford area will stay eligible for Area Redevelopment Administration assistance indefinitely. Commission Standish Bachman Maine Department of Economic Development relayed the designation today from William Batt ARA administrator in Washington. The area remains open for new and continued projects per Marshall.
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Standish Bachman
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Viet Nam Troops Overrun Viet Cong Position Near Saigon
Government forces seized a major Viet Cong position 75 miles southwest of Saigon, killing at least 67 guerrillas and capturing 10 plus weapons. About 650 troops led by Captain Robert W. Butler aided by 36 helicopters and air strikes. 11 government deaths and 42 wounded. Captured arms included machine guns and mortars amid heavy clashes. A cafe blast in Mo Cai wounded four Americans and 15 Vietnamese, killing a 12 year old girl. Continued on Page Two.
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van Bucher
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Nguyen Khanh
Senate probes NASA patent policies amid rights gifts
In Washington, senators prepare an inquiry into NASA’s policy of waiving patent rights developed with taxpayer funds. Critics say contracting officers sign waivers with firms before results are known, while NASA argues it follows law and Kennedy guidance. The probe faces Jan. 4 start, with broader investigations anticipated, including Baker’s alleged snooping and the F111 contract. The House plans to study soaring costs of the Rayburn Building, rising from budgeted ten million to over ninety five million dollars.
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United Nations peine crisis in Congo vote standoff
At the UN in New York negotiators move toward a solution as the Cold War standoff deepens over Soviet nonpayment of peacekeeping assessments. Indonesia, Jordan and Mali threaten votes as Alaska, Ghana and the presidency struggle to avert a showdown before Tuesday’s assembly meeting.
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Foreign Policy Central in LBJ Schedule
President Johnson elevates foreign policy to a top priority as he reviews U.S. relations with nations, plans ambassadorial appointments, and hones the State of the Union and budget. He anticipates two international visits monthly next year and notes improving Western Hemisphere ties amid Cuba concerns.
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