Canadian attack on Kosygin shocks Ottawa trial
A Toronto clerk of Hungarian origin, Gera Matra, was found guilty of common assault against Soviet Premier Kosygin during an October stroll on Parliament Hill with Prime Minister Trudeau. No sentence imposed yet. In Sibenik, six men were arrested as protesters shouted hostile slogans on main street near a police station, per Politika.
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Bus Crash Near Johannesburg River Destroys Drowning Death Toll
A Sun day IAAPI-A bus plunged into the Olifanis River about 100 miles northeast of Johannesburg. Police said at least 16 Africans drowned while 27 Africans were rescued from the partially submerged bus near Marble Hall as reported by United Press International.
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Tree bomb injures police and passers-by in Tokyo
A bomb hidden in a Christmas tree exploded Friday night in Tokyo, injuring one policeman and ten bystanders, reports United Press International via AAP. The incident disrupted a public area as authorities investigated the device.
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Witchcraft blamed as two killed by lightning in Maaka
Police said a witch doctor named two men in Maaka as responsible for a lightning death that killed two people. In the aftermath 95 Africans were arrested yesterday in connection with the incident, authorities reported.
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Fireworks death toll at festival in Santiago rises
Multiple casualties report after a fireworks box exploded at a Christmas festival in the national stadium. Two children died and thirteen others, mostly children, were hospitalized with burns. Local officials investigated potential causes.
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Emperor Hirohito to receive 17.9 percent rise in living costs
Tokyo reports that Emperor Hirohito and other Imperial Family members will get a 17.9 percent increase in their annual living expenses from April due to sharp price rises. Government said the adjustment reflects higher costs of living and inflation across the nation.
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Singapore press strike hits English papers third day
Singapore missed its English pews pipers for the third straight day yesterday as the strike at the Straits Times and New Nation remained unsettled. UPI reported the development.
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China warns of US warship intrusions near Guangdong waters
Takyo reports Communic Ching issued a stern warning against alleged intrusions by US warships into Chinese territorial waters off Kwunetune Province in southern China, a move the Associated Press cites as signaling rising tensions.
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Unemployed Longshoreman Receives $78,000 Compensation
A 53 year old longshoreman Joe Smith in Harrisburg Pennsylvania was awarded seventy eight thousand dollars by the State Government as compensation for three years of wrongful imprisonment.
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Nine tugs refloat Norwegian tanker Filia beth Knudsen
The 10742 A ton Filia beth Knudsen was refloated off The Hook of Holland by nine tugs after three failed attempts. In San Francisco, jurist J W B Jake Ehrlich, famed for defending 105 accused murderers without a gas chamber loss, died in his sleep at 71.
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Refugees in Mirpur Moham medpur Face Starvation
Bangla Desh authorities barred Red Cross aid to non Bengalis in Mirpur and Mohammedpur near Dacca. Thousands live in blockade towns as relief and medical supplies are blocked in retaliation for civil war violence.
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Princess Anne interview sparks palace upset
London reported that Princess Anne’s private views published by a New York fashion magazine caused palace upset. The 22 year old princess reportedly spoke in an off the record session with American reporters in London, with statements on an alleged romance, Prince Charles, finances, and incognito cinema outings with the Queen.
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Nixon Told 80 Easy Health Warning From Doctor
Nixon’s physician warned the President risks heart trouble or ulcers if he overworks and neglects exercise. Bethesda Navy Hospital doctors noted the President is in excellent health but urged more recreation and rest, with Pr Thoch saying Nixon agrees yet acts slowly. The President plans a flexible schedule next month.
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Peru search fails to locate jet in eastern jungle
AAP reports search crews and aircraft back to bases at night after a first day without success locating LANSA Electra airliner missing with 92 aboard. Officials say sightings are unconfirmed as ground teams scan the eastern Andes and jungle roads toward Pucallpa while weather could have pushed the flight off course.
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Chicago air drama ends as hijack attempt fails
A 25 year old Indianapolis man Everet Leary Holt attempted to hijack a Northwest Airlines Boeing 707 after it left Minneapolis bound for Chicago and Miami with 29 passengers and six crew. He demanded a US 300000 ransom and claimed dynamite in a package, forced the pilot to land at Chicago O’Hare and released one passenger before surrendering on a darkened runway. Police lamps surrounded the plane as Holt yielded with no injuries.
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Christmas toy soldiers spark Belfast security scare
Belfast parents gave children combat uniforms and toy weapons, prompting fears of real clashes as police warn of dangers. Prime Minister Heath toured Northern Ireland urging peace and warning against provocation by violence. Police reported isolated incidents amid a tense Christmas period with internment protests and a near ceasefire mood.
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Hope of Hanoi visit blocked by Hanoi officials
Bob Hope cannot enter North Vietnam as embassy sources said no visa will be granted. The comedian met with North Vietnamese First Secretary Nguyen Van Thanh to discuss American pilots held in captivity and proposed a children to children aid plan in exchange for prisoner release. Hope, touring the Far East, described the reception as cordial and concluded his Bangkok to Italy trip after entertaining U S servicemen.
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Wall Pass Pact Sparks Berlin Holiday Disparity
West Berliners face annual visiting days and car use limits under a Four Power Berlin agreement. The pact, still pending entry into force, contrasts with conditions for West Germans and foreigners and excludes former refugees who fled after August 13, 1961.
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