Southeast Asia ministerial conference ends in Singapore
The economic development talks for Southeast Asia wrapped in Singapore after lengthy debate. Delegates considered Japan’s proposals for a standing committee, a study group, and a named conference title while agreeing to form a joint working committee to meet in Bangkok hosted by Thailand for next year.
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US retakes Lang Vei as tanks are destroyed
American forces reclaim the US Green Beret camp at Lang Vei and report destroying one North Vietnamese tank while another is captured or damaged. The offensive across 11 provinces links more than 100,000 allied troops from five nations aiming to push Communist forces from the area near the Cambodian border toward the South China Sea.
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15 ENEMY KILLED IN LAOS AND VIETNAM OFFENSIVE
Spokesmen reported 15 Communists killed near the Laotian border as tanks breached defenses. US air power from Camp Carroll, plus Marine bases, pounded armoured vehicles while a second tank crossed into Laos. In Siagon vicinity fighting killed 24 Communists in clashes. An arms cache was found in Binh Duong. Australian and allied troops supported the operation. US casualties for the week totaled 279 killed and 3,199 wounded. Vietnamese casualties rose in several theaters.
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Abrams May Use Defensive Strategy in Vietnam War Shift
Washington reports speculate that General Creighton Abrams will steer a defensive war posture in Vietnam, moving away from search and destroy. President Johnson announced Abrams as new commander with Westmoreland shifting to Army Chief of Staff. pace of talks with Hanoi eyed as war slows. Abrams, famed for Normandy breakout, would adapt to protect major population centers and forward command setups.
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Penfolds themed charity event honors Miss Yvonne Beadel
Wine Talk notes Yvonne Beadel elected Queen of the IX Footer at Penfolds event. A wine tasting and dinner followed the royal procession to raise funds for Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children. Included were Penfolds Eden Valley Moscato and other wines as samples for guests.
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Russia pledges more aid to North Vietnam in peace drive
Moscow reports say the Soviet Communist Party Central Committee promised new military and economic aid to North Vietnam in support of peace efforts. It stopped short of endorsing peace talks but voiced solidarity with Hanoi and backed Washington-Hanoi contacts. Party officials pressed back at domestic liberalism and Eastern European dissents while warning the US and allies of intensified warfare.
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Rockefeller for President movement forms nationwide
A Rockefeller for President committee gathers to draft Nelson Rockefeller for the Republican nomination amid talk of a campaign. In New York Vice President Humphrey plans a campaign group for a bid, while Kennedy heads to Indiana for May 7 primaries against McCarthy as Aranigin is listed as a favorite son candidate.
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Johnson aide resigns amid Kennedy campaign rumors
Lawrence O'Brien resigned as US Postmaster General amid reports he planned to join Senator Robert Kennedy's presidential campaign. President Johnson praised his service at a White House news conference, while O'Brien and Kennedy campaign officials offered few details on his future role.
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LBJ weighs halting all bombing in Vietnam
President Johnson weighed the military and political implications of a complete halt in bombing North Vietnam as a step toward possible peace talks. He awaited Hanoi's reply to his suggestions for initial direct US North Vietnam contacts to set ground rules for negotiations. Spokesmen said no decision on where or when the talks would occur.
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Postal charges rise in Britain details of new rates
The British Government announced higher post and telephone charges to raise about 67 million pounds yearly. A 24 hour delivery service and a revised second class letter rate would take effect next September, with several intermediate fares and night and Sunday rates. Telephone rents rise to 16 pounds a year, excluding business lines, to fund a 11.2 billion pound investment plan in postal and telecom services.
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Unions plan independent wage scale in Britain
The Trades Union Congress economic committee will start its own wage vetting policy by month end allowing increases up to five percent. They reject the government's proposed percentage ceiling and seek to curb government interference while aiming for wage restraint to strengthen the British economy and balance payments.
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Riots and Sniper Attacks Leave Kansas City in Flames
Five killed and at least seven wounded as snipers fought police and National Guardsmen in Kansas City. A block of buildings burned, curfew imposed, liquor stores and gun vendors closed. National Guard totals surged to about 2400 as violence spanned the city with hundreds arrested and 68 injuries reported in Negro sections.
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Luna-14 Orbits Moon in Apparent Photo Probe
The Soviet Union reports Luna-14 has entered lunar orbit to photograph potential manned landing sites. Earlier, Luna-13 completed three orbits with limited data. Moscow hints a manned moon mission could be prepared for 1969 or 1970.
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Civil Rights Bill Passes in House After Riots
The House approved a sweeping Civil Rights Bill 249 to 171 amid lingering riots after the murder of Dr Martin Luther King. It bans housing discrimination for most U S houses, imposes penalties for riot incitement, protects civil rights workers, extends constitutional protections, and authorizes troops to quell unrest in cities.
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