Vets Describe Torture in Vietnam War Hearings
An informal congressional panel heard former U S veterans recount torture of Vietnamese civilians during the Vietnam War. Nathan Hale testified of brutal beatings, while Michael Uhl described electrical torture of a woman. The hearings seek accountability for war crimes, with Pentagon objections blocking Lt. Col. Anthony Herbert’s testimony.
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Fletcher Takes Over Space Job
Dr James C Felcher moved from the University of Utah presidency in Salt Lake City to head NASA during a White House ceremony. The change places Felcher at the helm of the national space agency as the administration announces leadership updates.
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Da Nang Fuel Fire Fueled by Rocket Attacks in Vietnam
Saigon reports intensified shelling of major allied bases in South Vietnam for a fourth day. A rocket strike on Da Nang airbase ignited 99,000 gallons of jet fuel, triggering evacuation of hundreds of Americans. analysts call the action a cheap offensive. No US casualties reported.
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Four Anti-War Protesters Admitted to Draft Offices
Washington AP reports four anti-war protesters gained entry to national draft headquarters to meet with staff after initial opposition. Merle Snyder 18 Goshen led a four-member group including Jell Fox Janet Alexander and Marlene Aimon. Police estimated about 1400 outside. no arrests inside, contrasting Monday’s Capitol Hill protests.
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Seventeen Firemen Die In Forest Fire Near Kure
A forest fire near Kure in Hiroshima prefecture killed seven teen firemen and injured another on Tuesday as crews battled the blaze. Five other firefighters were reported safe and uninjured during the incident that drew UPT dispatches.
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Guarantee Is Called Vital To Lockheed
Treasury Secretary Connally told Congress the government may need to guarantee 280 million in loans to keep Lockheed solvent as its Tristar program faces turmoil after Rolls Royce’s receivership. He noted 1.2 billion already invested in the fristat airbus project and banks ready to boost lending if insured by the government.
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Rogers Urges Constructive Chinese Role For Asia
Secretary of State Rogers told SEATO that the United States aims to encourage the People's Republic of China to take a constructive role in Asia rather than a disruptive one. He said US policy seeks long term Asia stability through postwar development and urged SEATO members to follow suit.
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Doubts on Soyuz Success Fueled in Moscow Report
Moscow reports that the Soyuz mission ended after five days in space with a low level welcome for cosmonauts Vladimir Shatalov Alexei Yeliseyev and Nikolai Rukavishnikov. Officials hailed a rendezvous and docking with the Salute station but public skepticism remains about the mission’s overall success.
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Students Open Drive To Free Pilot In Vietnam War
Brea-Olinda high school students adopt Capt. Steve Hanson missing in action since 1967 and prisoner of war in North Vietnam. They raise funds, write letters to Hanoi and embassies, plan a May 2 march and billboard effort to pressure for better prisoner conditions and eventual release.
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Cedar Rapids Builders Strike Chances Fade
Jerome Kriz, president of the Cedar Rapids Building Trades Council, told The Gazette that the likelihood of a strike as 12 raft contracts expire midnight Friday has diminished considerably. He noted general agreement among unions and contractors that pay raises in new contracts will be granted, potentially effective May 1 or shortly after with Washington approval. Kriz, just back from Washington, said a final meeting of union officials will be held Friday night at Teamsters hall to discuss a one year contract.
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Day's Chuckle Turns On Witty Husband Quip
A light humor item recalls a husband saying his wife and he had words but not a lasting rift. The pen is as playful as the punchline suggesting calm after a quarrel.
Suit Aims to Delay Amtrak Takeover for Month
A National Association of Railroad Passengers suit seeks at least a 10 day delay in Amtrak taking over most U S intercity passenger service. Michigan and Indiana join. Western states may follow. The suit argues federal notices are illegal and requests time to fix Amtrak plan while proposing six month delay and new routes and funding.
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