Truman Mourned in Independence in State Ceremony
Independence Missouri residents gathered on a clear day to mourn Harry S Truman. The 33rd president lay in state in a sealed casket at the Truman Library as troops stood in attention and thousands paid respects along the motorcade route. Nixon and the first lady laid a wreath, with Johnson also at the library to bid farewell.
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New Airport Boarding Fee Set For Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids airport adopts a $1 enplaning fee effective New Year’s Day to fund terminal improvements. The ordinance, approved by the city council, targets airline passengers with fees collected by airport staff rather than airlines. Violations carry up to $100 fine or 30 days in jail.
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Bridge Crash Kills 19 On New Mexico Bus Trip
A cattle truck struck a guard rail on a narrow bridge near Fort Sumner New Mexico and slammed into a chartered bus carrying a church youth group. Authorities reported 19 dead and at least 14 injured. The youths were from Woodlawn Baptist Austin and Gloria Baptist Assembly. The National Transportation Safety Board took over the investigation as wreckers struggled to separate the two vehicles.
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Soviet Stand Threatens To Split Family
An American woman Laurette Malchik and her Russian husband Alexander and their 22 month old daughter face being separated as the Soviet Union demands nearly 10000 exit fees for emigration. Laurette, of Great Falls Montana, says visas will expire before funds are raised and the state requires repayment of university training costs, threatening their plan to leave.
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Israelis Strike into Syria Amid Retaliation Raids
Israeli jets crossed the cease fire into Syria in reprisal raids breaking a five week lull on the Golan Heights. The air strikes hit Nahat Galan and a farming settlement near the borders with Lebanon and Syria. Damascus radio reported three civilians killed and five soldiers wounded. Israeli officials said guerrillas and Lebanese and Syrian forces had engaged Israeli patrols, with Israel aiming to deter further provocations.
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Close Call in Earthquake Destruction Shocks Vinton
Merlin Tata, 62, of Vincov, recounted his near escape after an earthquake devastated Manan and nearby areas. He described walls collapsing, a door jammed, and his family fleeing to safety as fires began and electricity and water service failed. He noted mass fear and most residents leaving town, with some staying to safeguard belongings. Continued: Page 1. Col. 6
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Alterations in Controls Likely Amid 1979 Outlook
Washington AP The President's Council of Economic Advisers forecast a rapid expansion and lower inflation in 1979 and signaled possible major changes in the wage price control system. Chairman Herbert Stein said Phase 2 changes could be ready within a month as the law expires April 30. The panel urged strict budget restraint to curb the wage price spiral and noted likely reductions in rent ceilings as Phase 3 approaches.
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Elkader Man 20 Killed in Highway Crash
Richard Horns of Elkader, 20, died after the car he rode in left Highway 66 near Elkader and rolled several times. Kurtis Kurth, 18, of Saint Olaf survived with head injuries and was treated at two hospitals. Funeral services for Horns are planned at Power United Church of Christ. He is survived by his parents, a brother and two sisters.
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Cereal Question Sparks Market Banter About Energy
A playful exchange in the market has a shopper asking if a cereal can save their energy. The crowd responds with light humor about breakfast power and quick boosts.
US Bombers Hit Hanoi Haiphong as War Intensifies
United States aircraft conducted more than 100 strikes on Hanoi Haiphong industrial targets and B 52s added over 400 strikes in seven days. The air offensive, marked by heavy losses with 20 U S planes reported down, followed a Christmas cease-fire and involved raids on rail yards shipyards command posts power plants and radar sites amid mounting civilian toll claims by Hanoi.
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Exodus From Hanoi Report Describes Mass Flight
Vienna dispatch reports a mass exodus from Hanoi after overnight US air strikes. The correspondent cites thousands fleeing the capital, with scenes of disruption and transport as the city endures what is termed a savage bomb raid. Two B-52s reportedly shot down during the operation.
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