Agnew Reaffirms War Principles At $10 Plate Dinner
Vice President Spiro Agnew told about 500 people at a Newport fundraiser that the principles behind the Vietnam War remain valid. He contrasted Nixon with George McGovern and said leaving allies would hurt U S credibility. He defended the war as necessary to resist aggression and said the approach has not sacrificed core American values. He also called Sargent Shriver’s critique reckless.
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New Round Of SALT Talks Set
Washington reports that the United States and Russia will hold the second round of SALT talks in Geneva likely in October. A formal U.S. announcement is expected in Washington and Madison. The talks, begun in 1969, aim to limit bombers forward bases and missiles while the first phase interim pact awaits U.S. congressional final approval.
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Clark claims promise on return of all prisoners
Former U S Ally Gen Ramsey Clark says North Vietnamese leaders assured him American POWs will be released once bombing ends and peace begins. He reported written and verbal pledges after talks with the North Vietnamese foreign minister during a Honolulu to San Francisco visit. He promised more detail at a news conference Monday.
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Kissinger Talks in Paris With North Vietnam Envoys
President advisor Henry Kissinger held private talks in Paris Monday with Le Duc Tho and Xuan Thuy, the top North Vietnamese peace negotiators. The White House said this was his 16th session since private panel talks began, last held August 1.
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Rogers pledges negotiated Vietnam settlement stance at GOP meeting
Secretary of State William P. Rogers told the Republican platform committee in Miami Beach that the administration favors talks for a settlement rather than immediate unilateral withdrawal. He rejected McGovern's calls for withdrawal and urged early negotiations with European allies for mutual force reductions while promising continued support to South Vietnam to prevent a North Vietnamese takeover.
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Spassky ill causes protest over medical certificate
Bobby Fischer questioned Boris Spassky’s illness postponement in the 4th game of the world chess championship. Fischer, leading by three games, demanded adherence to match rules and protested that the medical certificate was vague and incomplete. Spassky aides said he would return Tuesday.
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Four Midway Games Closed at Benton County Fair
A citizen complaint reached the Iowa attorney general and led to the closing of four gambling concessions at the Benton County fair. Benton County sheriff’s officers were informed Saturday night of the operations, and due to lateness chose not to act immediately. The complainant’s identity is not disclosed.
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Stocks Reach High for Year
New York traders boosted stocks with optimism over the economy and peace talks with North Vietnam. The Dow Jones industrial average rose over nine points to 973.99, near its highest in nearly four years. The year’s peak reached 971.25 on May 26, with a prior high of 975.44 on December 19, 1968.
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Pay Board Likely Keeps 5.5 Percent Pay Lid
Washington insiders say the Pay Board will retain the 4.5 percent wage standard for now despite ongoing reviews. Officials note the decision rests with the board and argue current economic conditions, upcoming labor negotiations, and potential strikes argue against lowering it. The panel meets with the Price Commission to discuss the issue, with no immediate change expected.
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U S May Let Communists Topple Thien
Time magazine reports the Nixon administration may bargain for peace in Vietnam by affecting President Nguyen Van Thieu s political future. Kissinger has reportedly held unofficial talks with Hanoi negotiators Le Duc Tho and Xuân Thụy in Paris.
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Fighting Rages on Three Fronts in Vietnam War
U S air units report battles across three fronts in South Vietnam with multiple air engagements. An F4 Phantom was shot down near the DMZ with one crewman captured after reporting a sprained ankle. A second Phantom claimed two Mig-21s in separate dogfights near Thanh Hoa and Haiphong.
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Lake Delhi Residents Challenge Possible Dam Sale Fees
About 300 cabin owners met at Delhi Lake to learn if rumors of Interstate Power Co selling the dam to the Schlitz brothers were true. The group debated potential fees and impact on lake water levels and pollution control. Some fear more development and boats, while others oppose charges and favor keeping current conditions.
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Delmar Man Drowned in Cedar River Near Cedar Rapids
Delmar resident George Degraw age 28 disappeared after entering Cedar River to help a possible child in distress. Rescue teams from Cedar Rapids fire department Linn County Sheriff and Hawkeye Scuba club scoured the river north of Seminole Valley park but by noon had not located the body.
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Interstate crash spills corn and plaster on I 80 east
Two semis crashed on Interstate 80 east of West Branch sending bushels of corn and bagged plaster across the highway. Driver Douglas Martin of Des Moines fell asleep at 3 15 am causing the crash. Kenneth Erickson of Davenport stopped on the shoulder to assist.
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Iowa traffic deaths rise to twelve in weekend crashes
Associated Press reports 12 died in Iowa weekend crashes. A two car wreck on highway 136 near Lost Nation killed Myrna A. Pithan MD Alfreda C. Fells 39% and Mertyle B. Thus all of Haldwin Crossing a street. James Monde 32 of Waverly died in the same crash. A near Greene two car collision left William Rowden 60 Gladbrook and Edith Pearl dead. Delores Watters and Frank Thas were involved. A Waterloo boy George Victor Frank 5 died after being struck by a vehicle.
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