China and Vietnam in escalating border war across frontier
Chinese infantry backed by artillery tanks and planes launched a large scale war against Vietnam, crossing the frontier along a 450 mile line. Hanoi and Chinese sources described it as defense and counterattack while the United States urged restraint and Vietnam asked the UN to intercede. Moscow warned Peking and Tass reported fierce fighting with China attacking from fourteen directions and capturing towns as Vietnam fought back to defend its territory.
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882 More Americans Leave Iran Amid Revolutionary Purge
As Iran’s revolution tightens its grip, 882 Americans are evacuated on three jets to the United States. The purge targets the Shah’s regime, with the Iran Imperial Guards dissolved and 26 air force generals dismissed. Khomeini calls oil workers to end the strike while negotiations over the Shah’s extradition unfold in parallel with evacuations to Rome Frankfurt and Athens.
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Mardi Gras Parades Canceled As New Orleans Police Strike Rages
New Orleans officials and striking officers avoided talks as seven Mardi Gras parades were canceled after a police walkout. The City faced delayed negotiations, while National Guardsmen and state police patrolled the city. Crowds dwindled as krewe plans shifted to indoor venues.
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West Virginia Weather And Regional Snow Forecasts
Broad weather bulletin notes light snow today and tonight with cloudy skies and chilly highs in the 20s to 30s across the region. Snow is likely in the southwest with a good chance of developing elsewhere and lingering into early Monday in eastern areas.
Scores From Regional Meet Include Narrow Victories
Scores show Concord 97 over Bluefield 82 while Notre Dame 70 defeats WVa 54. Princeton edges Huntington 61 to 67 in a close game. VPI 104 tops Ga Southern 84, Beckley 69 over Northfork 55, Haysi 70 over Pocahontas 69, Big Creek 58 past Mullens 57, Mt Hope 88 over Matoaka 46, and BSC 88A B 83 over Concord 97.
Welch Mayor Swope Battles Federal Government Ever Since
In SCENE from the trenches, Welch mayor Swope has fought the federal government for years with no truce in sight.
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