Christmas Around the World Honors Birth Of Christ
Christians celebrate Christmas with peace wishes and family ties as Santa receives special ICC authorization for sleigh travel. France sells a toy guillotine while Bethlehem hosts Midnight Mass at the manger grotto. Nixon calls for reflection on divisions during the season.
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Texas School Financing Deemed Unconstitutional by Federal Court
A federal three judge panel ruled Texas public school financing unconstitutional marking a first in favor of removing reliance on local property taxes The court ordered a two year restructure and warned of further steps if the legislature does not act The suit was filed July 30 1968 by 15 Mexican American parents in Edgewood ISD San Antonio It defines a class action for Edgewood and all Texas districts with low property valuations
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Christmas Peace and Family Time Across World
The holiday season brings wishes for peace and goodwill as Christians observe Christmas. Families renew ties while many pause to reflect on the birth of Christ.
West Virginia town hopes doll awakens from slumber
In ALTIZER, a 12-year old sleeping doll remains packed after Christmas but renewed hope grows that she will awaken. In RICHMOND, a school policy permits locker or desk searches only with prior warning and when there is reasonable belief that harmful materials may be present.
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Christmas Cease-Fire Holds Amid Violations in Vietnam
Saigon reports at least three enemy violations despite broad holiday truces. A U.S. F105 dropped a missile strike on a North Vietnamese radar site near the Laos border as part of a fourth protective action raid in two days. The operation supported a 20,000-man South Vietnamese push in eastern Cambodia with B52 and fighter-bomber missions and helicopter gunships.
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Nixon Declared In Excellent Health By Doctor
President Nixon, 58, was found in excellent health after a three hour Christmas Eve checkup at Bethesda Naval Hospital. Dr. Walter Tkach said while health is good, Nixon is overworked and needs more recreation and exercise to reduce stress. Health metrics: 173 pounds, 115 72 blood pressure.
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Hope and Reds discuss POW exchange and aid program
Bob Hope said he met with North Vietnam's Nguyen Van Thanh in Laos to discuss a prisoner exchange and a fund to aid children on both sides. He noted visa odds are long and would like to visit American POWs if possible, while stressing the talks were private and aimed at humanitarian aid.
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Messiah Born in Bethlehem Angel Visit Report
Bethlehem shepherds report angels announcing the birth of a Savior in a Bethlehem stable. Mary and Joseph explain the Virgin conception and divine guidance as a star shines above the manger and a celestial chorus proclaims peace on earth.
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Hughes Autobiography or Elaborate Hoax Sparks Web of Intrigue
The Hughes autobiography from McGraw Hill due March 27 fuels rumors of authenticity amid denials by Hughes Tool Co and Clifford Irving. Life magazine, McGraw-Hill, and Irving deny contradicting claims as officials hold silent. A Life reporter asserts a voice on the line sounded like Hughes, while others dispute the book’s existence.
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