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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1971

Page

3

Suspension of U S economic aid to India reported

Washington AP reports the United States suspended at least 87.6 million dollars in general economic aid for India that was ready for delivery. The bank credits totaling 124.1 million will continue, while munitions licenses worth about 14 million were canceled, affecting India's military efforts. The move aims to ease it by reducing economic support to the Indian economy.

Washington India Tadian Rogers Lakshmi Kanidhe State Department Charles Bray U. S Bray

Four Chicago men charged in Davenport officer slaying

Davenport police filed murder charges Monday against four Chicago men Wesley Betts 22 Willie Davis 20 Willie Lee Ellis 22 and Wornive-Tanyd 2 captured Sunday night in the slaying of Officer Michael Farnsworth 28. Betts also faces robbery charges as police seek a fifth gunman. Farnsworth killed when assailants entered a motel room and opened fire as officers arrived.

Davenport Wayeu‘port Chicago Wesley ‘Betts Willie Davis Willie Lee Join Heaton Michael Farnsworth Quality Leon Washington Heaton Farnsworth Stercd

Vicar Reveals Emir Was Family Phantom At Bazaar

In OLD MARSTON England the emir who wowed villagers at a church bazaar turned out to be Rev Pat Rimmer's nephew Stephen, 24, using a borrowed title and flag. The vicar confessed the hoax after the public applause and his own moment of pride.

Old Marston England Emir of Tabaq Pat Rimmer Emir Stephen

Banuelos Confirmed as U.S. Treasurer by Senate

The Senate confirmed Roma na Aposta Banuelos to the ceremonial post of U.S. treasurer by voice vote, in a Monday session, with no objections noted.

Washington UPL Senate Romana Aposta Banuelos U.S

Fire safety bulletin mocks daily quitting time chaos

A cheeky note on the office bulletin board ridicules the routine fires and reckless abandon at quitting time. The sign titled The case of fire mocks daily behavior, reflecting workplace safety frustration and a humorous critique of lax procedures.

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Nixon greets four envoys at White House ceremony

President Nixon welcomed Pakistan's new ambassador Neawabzada Agha Mohammed Nava and his family in the White House state dining room. He also received diplomats Sjarif Thajeb of Indonesia, Batreddine Senoussi of Morocco, and Joao Hall Themida of Portugal in separate ceremonies.

Washington Nixon Pakistan TLS India Neawabzada Agha Mohammed Nava White House Abraham Lincoln Sjarif Thajeb Indonesia Batreddine Senoussi Morocco Joao Hall Themida Portugal

National Corrections Academy Planned for U.S.

Attorney General Mitchell announced a National Corrections Academy at the first National Conference on Corrections to modernize the penal system amid inmate rebellions. President Nixon urged trailblazing prison reform as federal agencies work with state and local authorities on training at all correction levels and a second federal project to create a national clearing house for criminal justice architecture.

Williamsburg Genera Mitchell National Corrections Academy Mitchell Conference On Corrections Nixon Federal Bureau of Prisons Law Enforcement Assistance Administration

South Korea Proclaims Emergency Over North Korean Moves

South Korea declared a state of emergency amid war move charges against North Korea. President Park Chung Hee warned of restricted freedoms and social unrest if national security is threatened, while criticizing U.S. support levels and urging readiness. North Korea has increased armed infiltration and a massive buildup, with China backing calls to dissolve UN commands in Korea.

Seoul South Korea North Korea Chung Hee Park China U.N Lolly Park U.S Fareign Ald Ail New Democrats National Assembly Fark Korea TN Commission For the Kara

Israel Seeks End to Semantic Obstacles in Peace Talks

At the United Nations, Israel’s envoy Abba Eban urged restoring talks toward Arab‑Israel peace without preconditions while warning against Egypt’s demand for troop withdrawal commitments and a memo by Gunnar Jarring. He pressed for negotiating freedom and warned the General Assembly to avoid stalling moves that risk war.

United Nations Israel Suez Canal Middle East Eban Egypt Lhe General Assembly Bban U.N Gunnar Jarring Tarring Meyat British Mandate of Palestine Jaerng

Stranger Helped Family by Birmingham Officer

AP report profiles Birmingham policeman Harry Jones who for years helps strangers in need. He spent his last eight dollars on a hungry family of five children after a tense incident where a man robbed food. Jones aided with groceries and a plan to rehabilitate the parents, including alcohol treatment and Christmas charity from the Fraternal Order of Police. He and his wife, Jim and Mrs Jones, have two daughters and repeatedly share clothes with others in need.

Birmingham Harry Jones Lwo Wes Jones Jim YMCA Pa- Tico Santa Teri Carel

Henderson Jury Excused a Week in My Lai Case

Fort Meade Md The military judge excused the Henderson jury for a week in the court martial of Col Oran Henderson who faces charges over his alleged attempt to cover up the My Lai massacre. Deliberations will resume next week on his guilt or innocence.

Fort Mmade, Md Oran Henderson Walil My Lai

Enemy deals Cambodians new setback near Phnom Penh

North Vietnamese forces pressed the Cambodian army, forcing a retreat from a district town 16 miles northwest of Phnom Penh. About 50 Cambodians were killed or wounded as roughly 150 troops fled in pre dawn darkness after two days of fierce fighting. Some survivors reached Phnom Baset outpost while the northeast flank collapse sent thousands fleeing toward Kompong Thom.

Phnom Penh Kdepe I T Hat Doeting Phnom Baset Kompong Thom

Recognition for Rebels by India Recognition for Rebels by India

Pakistani jets attacked the Indian city of Bombay in a raid of under half an hour reported by United News of India. Civil defense officials offered no immediate assessment of damage as coastal batteries and anti aircraft guns opened fire for 15 minutes before clear was sounded.

Washington Laird NATO Brussels United National West Pakistan Dacca White House Gerald Warren India Warren Nixon Henry Kissinger Rogers Bombay United News of India Arabian Sea

Nixon Briefed Congress on India Pakistan Neutrality Claim

Congress leaders were briefed on the India Pakistan conflict with Nixon presenting the U.S. stance of strict neutrality. Pakistan cut diplomatic ties in reprisal for India's recognition of Bangla Desh, while India backed Bangla Desh rebels with Soviet backing uncertain. A major tank clash occurred near Kashmir with Indian forces claiming destruction of 24 tanks and gains along the border as Pakistan claimed advances.

Washington Nixon India Pakistan U.S West New Delhi Tdian Soviet Union Moscow Indialn Alexei Kosygin Kremlin Kashmir Iis Fairy East

India’s War Stance Tied To Refugees

India under Indira Gandhi declares three nations on the subcontinent as Pakistan and Bangla Desh reconfigure borders. She notes large refugee flows from East Pakistan into India, stressing the strain on India’s economy while seeking a political settlement.

India Myron Belking NEW Delet People's Republic of Bangla Desh Wasi Pakistan Indira Gandhi Indian Subcontinent East Pakistan

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