Czechs and Critics Reported in Accord
In Bratislava liberal leaders and orthodox communist critics reached a declaration of principles to sustain Czechoslovakia’s liberalization. Soviet leaders and six party chiefs from the USSR Poland East Germany Hungary Bulgaria and Czechoslovakia met, wreaths were laid at a Soviet war monument, and Dubcek asserted sovereignty while promising alignment with the socialist bloc.
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Hershey Scraps Exam Suspension
Washington AP Draft Director Lewis Hershey cancels plans to suspend pre induction physical examinations after a Pentagon objection. Hershey had ordered a temporary suspension for part of the month and September as an economy move while awaiting Pentagon draft guidance.
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Rural McGregor Boy Fatally Hit On Monona Road
Randy Thiesen ten, son of Clar ence Thiesen, rural McGregor, died after being struck by a car driven by Mrs Allen Adney near his farm home. The 10 year old suffered internal injuries, a broken leg and a fractured skull and died at Prairie du Chien hospital. Services set for Monday at St Patrick s church in Monona.
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Plane Strikes Top of Tower in Las Vegas Tragedy
A Las Vegas mechanic died when he flew a stolen Cessna 180 into the Landmark Tower, Nevada’s tallest building, just off the Strip. Everett Shaw, 39, left notes about despondency. the craft struck the tower, then the convention center, causing no major injuries to others. The plane, owned by Al Little, had been taken from Jean, Nevada.
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Nixon Rockefeller clash nears decisive Republican showdown
In Miami Beach Nixon and Rockefeller prepare to present credentials for the presidential nomination. The contest shifts from polls to personal impact as delegates and governors like Rhodes Romney Agnew and others position for first ballots. Nixon backers press for Southern delegates while Reagan supporters push to boost the rival count.
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Reagan Sees 5 To 1 Odds For Nomination
Ronald Reagan headed for the Republican national convention with a slim chance at the presidential nomination. He said he would not declare as a candidate until his name is placed before the convention and conceded the odds were long. He indicated odds of more than 5 to 1 if Nixon and Rockefeller deadlock.
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Foe Keeps Up Pressure On Marines Near Khe Sanh
North Vietnamese troops sprayed tear gas and attacked the Hill 950 radio relay station, killing six Marines and wounding 11. A helicopter landing zone was seized and retaken as defenders counterattacked. An Israeli? No. B 52s pounded the A Shau Valley, dropping about 900 tons of bombs across raids Friday and Saturday, aiming to blunt attacks on Da Nang and Hue.
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Johnson orders all federal steel purchases price guard
President Johnson directs immediate diversion of all direct and indirect federal steel purchases from firms that raised prices. The order, issued by GSA head Lawson Knott, aims to secure the lowest possible prices and extend the effort to curb inflation. Agencies including HEALTH EDUCATION WELFARE and TRANSPORTATION are among major buyers urged to enforce cost-saving procedures with contractors and sub contractors.
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Johnson at Ranch as Labor Day Nears
President Johnson plans to remain at his Texas ranch through Labor Day or longer depending on congressional recess. He might fly speeches from there or return briefly to Washington, with no state visits or Democratic convention attendance promised.
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Orphaned Morris children wait for custody ruling
Ten Morris children ages 3 to 17 face a custody battle after a July freeway crash. Funds exceed 40 000 dollars in a family trust while social security of 435 dollars a month helps. Judge Hamberberg must decide permanent guardianship as relatives care for the siblings in Madera California.
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Japan must honor U S security treaty, Sato says
Tokyo AP reports Prime Minister Eisaku Sato stated Japan cannot turn its back on obligations under the U S Japanese security treaty during Saturday remarks in Tokyo. The pledge comes as Tokyo seeks to reaffirm alliance duties amid regional tensions.
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