Fighting Reported On Syrian Border
Israeli and Egyptian forces clash along the Suez cease fire line as Geneva peace talks begin. One Israeli armor crewman killed or wounded. sporadic fighting continues with light arms and antitank fire across the canal. Prime Minister Meir vows a peace settlement and asserts Israel will rely on its own strength.
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Syria
Israel Optimistic on Geneva Talks for Suez Disengagement
In Tel Aviv Gen Aharon Yaris voiced optimism that Egypt and Israel can negotiate a disengagement of forces on the Suez front. He noted tough discussions but potential agreement, citing Egypt’s interest in removing forces from the west bank of the Suez Canal. No major fighting reported. one Israeli soldier slightly wounded. The Vatican said Pope Paul VI supports Vatican involvement on Jerusalem talks at Geneva.
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Public Hearing Set on Texas Speed Limit Act
The Texas Highway Commission will hold a public hearing to lower state highway speed limits to 60 mph, aiming to save fuel and avoid losing $241 million in federal aid. The measure, signed after a special session, requires review every four months and will take about 20 days to implement due to new signs.
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Nixon
Dolph Briscoe
Iisawon
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Four Day Holiday Closes City County and Federal Offices
Government offices at city county and federal levels shut for a four day Christmas to New Year holiday. Only the post office stays open until noon on December 24 and 31. Patrol deputies police and firefighters remain on call for emergency service during the extended break.
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Troop Withdrawal Moves Forward in Arab Israeli Peace Talks
At Geneva the Arab Israeli peace conference announced immediate talks on troop disengagement along the Suez Canal. UN Secretary General Waldheim said a military committee would start discussions now. The foreign ministers also set up other committees and shift the process to ambassadorial level.
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Yaris
Suez Canal
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Egypt
Jordan
Letter Bomb Injures Policeman in London Attacks
A letter bomb exploded in the hands of a British policeman in southeast London injuring his hands and legs. The incident marked the fifth bombing in London since Friday night and part of a wave of attacks attributed to Irish extremist groups. Police collected several suspicious packages for bomb experts to examine.
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Weekend warm spell lingers for Bonham area
National Weather Service predicts partly cloudy skies in Bonham Sunday with a low in the upper 40s and a high in the upper 60s. A new cool front moves in Sunday night into Monday morning with a chance of showers.
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National Weather Sumvice
Chance
Bonham Town Square Lights Praise From Visitor
Ferry McLain of 812 Greenhaven Huchardson thanks Bonham for the festive Christmas decorations in a letter to citizens. He praises the Mayor City Council Chamber of Commerce and all residents for the warm display that honors Jesus birthday and brightens the season.
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Ferry McLain
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Bonham
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Jesus
Terry McLain
Congress Fails to Pass Energy Act
Congress fails to pass the energy emergency bill delaying final action until January. Senate and House clashed over windfall profits tax and presidential power amid filibuster and adjournment, leaving fuel allocation and highway speed provisions unresolved.
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Tetany Signet Congressional Co
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Drivers Warned Of Stop Signs
Frayed OCR style text notes warnings about stop signs and police alerts. The readable fragments reference traffic safety, cadet attention, and public notices urging caution at intersections. The source text remains unclear but signals enforcement and driver awareness themes.
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