Bomb Damages Kansas U. Computer Center
Explosion in a university building wounded three and damaged the 49.5 million computer center on the University of Kansas campus in Lawrence. Investigators suspect a pipe bomb. tapes and machine room walls suffered major damage while the center continued operating. Local tensions tied to campus protests and broader racial strife accompanied the incident as police and university officials responded to threats and safety concerns.
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Five Bodies Found After New York Blast
Police recovered five bodies after a gas leak caused a blast at a three story building opposite City Hall in New York. Eleven injured, many critically, included tavern customers as firemen battled flames rising thirty feet. Mayor Lindsay arrived after hearing the blast and rescuers searched the debris amid gas odors and a reported basement investigation by staff prior to the explosion.
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Marion Man Fatally Injured In Cedar Rapids Crash
Roy Eugene Pullin, 28, of Marion, died early Saturday in a one car collision on Blairs Ferry road NE. The single vehicle rolled after losing control at 4:24 am, breaking his neck and crushing his chest. He leaves a Cedar Rapids family and several siblings. services are planned in Waterloo.
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Purse Snatcher Slays Woman in Des Moines Street
Des Moines AP report says Marie Tursle, 31, was shot to death on a sidewalk near her apartment when a man demanded her purse. Her roommate Karen Krieger, 30, was wounded as the assailant fled after the robbery attempt.
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End of Purge Voted By Czech Committee
Prague reports say Czechoslovakia begins post purge era with calls for unity but strong opposition exists. Gustav Husak won a key vote in party central committee to end purges of reformers and focus on national unity while hard liners around the Left Front press for further purges and stricter control. Over 300,000 former Dubeck supporters have lost party membership and many have lost jobs.
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Accord on Cambodia Ban Slated
Washington AP reports conferees are expected to back a Senate measure barring U S combat troops and advisers from Cambodia. The move could hasten approval of a $255 million military aid package, with four ranking foreign relations committee members seeking a Cooper Church style guarantee before clearing Cambodia money. The House previously adopted the guarantee, while the Senate approved related aid measures, amid doubts about authorization riders and potential duplication with the Cooper-Church amendment.
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Yule Tree Allergies Spoil Christmas Cheer
Toronto doctors report that Christmas trees carry pollen grains triggering runny noses and skin rashes in many allergy sufferers. Most react within 24 hours of bringing the tree home, with a small percentage showing symptoms after three or four days as trees dry out. A study of 1,457 allergy patients underpins the finding.
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State of Emergency Decreed for Britain
Britain declares a state of emergency to protect essential life services as power shortages hit 15 000 workers in the state run electricity sector. Queen Elizabeth signs at Buckingham Palace while Heath moves to regulate power use and lighting for 18 million homes and industries. Parliament to consider measures for up to 28 days with possible renewal. Labor unions warn and seek higher wages amid stalled talks.
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Trucker Dies After Highway Collision Near Here
James Williams a 47 year old Avon Massachusetts trucker was struck and killed while walking beside his semi on Highway 30 one eighth mile west of here. The accident occurred as four trucks rested and the fourth began to move. Williams died of head injuries at Mercy Hospital Cedar Rapids. Burial services to be held in Avon Wednesday per Brady Funeral Home Cedar Rapids.
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Governors Warn Nixon on Welfare Reform Bankrupt States
Nine state governors led by Illinois Governor Richard Ogilvie warned President Nixon that without welfare reform the states face bankruptcy. The meeting included Governor Robert Ray and discussed funding responsibility, with some support for prompt action and potential a special session if reforms fail.
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Nixon says leadership burden shared by many Americans
President Nixon responded to the Commission on Campus Unrest with a statement that moral leadership to end division rests in broad society. He praised clergy, teachers, officials, scholars, and writers while condemning violence and urging all Americans to step back from battle lines. He supported many findings but disputed the report’s view of youth culture as a predominantly alienated generation.
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Today's Chuckle A stalemate is a husband who keeps telling the same aprraght croioeea
A light humorous line notes that a stalemate arises when a husband repeats the same phrases, a playful observation on communication and stubbornness within marriage.
Italians Launch American Satellite From Formosa Bay
Kenyans mark the launch of the first American satellite built by foreign scientists aboard a 4000 pound rocket named Uhuru Freedom. An Italian crew remote controlled the craft from a nearby platform as Quito tracking station confirmed orbit in 88 minutes. The mission, part of the San Mateo program, aims to study high energy X ray sources and measure radiation in the Van Allen belt aboard the SAB-A satellite in equatorial orbit.
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