Opponents Fight Largest Underground Nuclear Test On Amchitka
Conservationists and antiwar groups press a court bid to block the five megaton Cannikin detonation planned for October on Amchitka Island Alaska. They warn of earthquakes, tidal waves wildlife kills and radioactive fallout beyond the Soviet border while supporters say risks are minimized and necessary for missile defense research.
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United States
Amchitka Island
Aleutian
Alaska
Atomic Energy Commission
A.E.C
Senate
House
Bering Sea
Amchitka
Ae.c
U.S
Nevada
Las Vegas
Salt Lake City
Pacific Ocean
Spartan
Pentagon
Holland Declares War On Muskrat
The Netherlands declares war on the muskrat seen as a threat to dikes and defenses against the sea. Muskrats, originating from Belgium and North Africa, undermine river dikes. rewards of 1.50 per tail have been offered to encourage hunting. Special campaigns warn the public about muskrat habits as they resemble ordinary rats.
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Holland
Belgium
Bonvenvecht
J. Lutjeharms
Overijssel
Ijssel
North
South Holland
Canada and Russia Agree To Share Fishing Grounds
The 18 month old fishing pact has let Russian fleets base at Tasu Sound in British Columbia for mother ships and satellite smacks. Up to 16 ships weekly anchor there during summer, benefiting both sides with mutual observer and technical info exchanges.
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Canada
Russia
Vancouver
Jack Davis
Pollution From Cars Tops US Air Problem Says Book
National Geographic notes a car engine can emit up to a ton of pollutants yearly. The report discusses environmental strain, Russian fishing tensions, and changes in milk packaging, musk rat control, and ancient tennis origins.
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United States
National Geographic
Chinese Look Back As China Embraces A New Era
China seeks perspective from its past as Nixon prepares for a visit. Archaeological finds from the 11th century B C reveal tombs and rich artifacts. Mao urges studying party history as Sino American ties loom, with Taiwan and Chiang Kai shek figures prominent in discussions.
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China
Nixon
Peking
Mao
People of China
Chinese Communist Party
Chungking
Chairman Mao
Chiang Kai- Shek
United States
Taiwan
Snow
Chiang Kai-Shek
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