Spy defections hit Soviet secret police in Kremlin turmoil
Leon Dennen reports that the KGB faces a purge as leadership changes unfold. Semichastny loses post to Andropov, with suspected deaths of senior officers tied to power struggles and defections. Brezhnev aims to tighten security amid recent high profile losses.
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60 Year Red Cross Recognition Award to Alfred Castle
Alfred Castle of Honolulu becomes the first Imam to receive a 60 year recognition from the American National Red Cross. Frederick Laise, national vice president, presented the award. Castle helped found the Hawaiian Red Cross Society in 1907, a precursor to the Hawaii Red Cross chapter.
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Guinea Pig Gestation Period Details
The average guinea pig gestation lasts about 68 days. Scientists note variation among breeds and individual animals, with some pregnancies extending slightly longer or shorter depending on numerous factors.
Will Be a White House Christmas
President Johnson plans a family Christmas in the White House and will light the national Christmas tree to begin the holiday season. Press secretary George Christian confirmed the First Family will stay in Washington on Christmas Day, departing the Texas ranch tradition.
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Firefighters seek shorter terms defeated in Kansas City vote
Firefighters union urged two year terms for mayor city council and four municipal judges but Kansas City voters rejected the proposal. Turnout was light with 10 463 in favor and 30 6 against. Local 42 backed the amendment amid a feud with officials and prior work stoppages.
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Eddie Jacks booked on suspicion of murder on Peyton Place
Eddie Jacks is booked on suspicion of murder after an incident on Peyton Place. The program airs Thursday night at 8 30 on Channel 9 in color.
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