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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1968
Page
1
Premier Levi Eshkol pledged Israel will defend itself against aggression at Beirut airport and warned against terror groups. The Associated Press reports mounting criticism from all sides as Israel vows retaliation for Arab attacks and projects a long term road plan.
FBI and police pursued a link between a fresh Brink's armored car robbery and the long-ago $1.2 million Brink's heist of 1950. Investigators described masked assailants subduing guard Richard Haines and moving the crew to the back of the truck before fleeing. Officials noted a key found later at the scene and discussed regional security implications amid broader Middle East tensions.
US officials say a January 1 meeting between American representatives and Viet Cong leaders failed to secure any prisoner releases. The broadcast notes prisoners may be held in Cambodia and references a Christmas meeting in an open field.
Trygve Lie the first secretary general of the United Nations died while vacationing in the Norwegian mountains at age 72. The cause of death was not immediately clear but family said he had not been ill. Lie led the UN at the height of World War II and his tenure was marked by strong U N leadership despite boycotts from the Soviet Union. The report notes uncertainty and ongoing coverage continues on page 1.
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Melvin Laird announced David Packard as the nominee to be Secretary of Defense. The Hewlett Packard cofounder would place 3.6 million into a trust for stock and profits from charitable and educational groups. Packard also holds directorships including General Dynamics. he would resign from many corporate posts.
Apollo 8 crew Frank Borman James Lovell and William Anders discuss the mission during a first day briefing. They describe portions of the treasure they brought back and share Earth and Moon views recorded on tape, offering unseen perspectives.
National blood shortage prompts Red Cross officials to urge postponement of elective surgery. Philadelphia requests 85 pints met by Alabama collection center. Center networks report reduced supplies amid flu outbreak. officials caution emergency care only.
A fragmented report describes bitter cold and snow in Iowa with a New Year break expected. Astronauts arrived from an aircraft carrier and a cold spell with subzero lows and northwest winds is forecast across the state.
Snowing continues in Cedar Rapids with a sharp 10 degree drop in temperature by 2 p m. indicating worsening winter conditions as reported on the weather page.
The Gazette reports Bob Hope’s return from a tough Vietnam trip. Hope recalls jungle firefights near Cu Chi and Da Nang, praising troops like the River Rats, Dust-Offs, Jolly Greens, and Siands in hospitals. He notes soldiers’ courage and humor amid danger, and contrasts their reality with peace talks.
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