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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1969
Page
41
Analysis shows a growing gap between available men and peak marrying age women through 1980 81 with 99.2 to 101.4 men per 100 women in the 20 to 26 range. Despite fewer men overall the trend notes more older men marrying younger women and divorced men often pairing with never married partners.
The Soviet Union launched Venus 5 on a 155 million mile mission to Venus and plans a mid May soft landing. Tass reported Venus 5 in Earth orbit then spaceflight past Africa with all systems OK and course corrections possible. Venus 6 will study atmosphere following Venus 4’s cloud world findings.
Former Alaska senator Ernest Gruening 81 joins The Nation editorial staff. His career includes tenure as managing editor 1920 23 and editor 1933 34, and a 1959 69 Senate term. He was a leading dove and opposed the Tonkin resolution.
John Agelo Napoli 64, a San Francisco fisherman, saved 70 lives from the sinking hospital ship Benevolence. A Washington subcommittee noted the Vietnam peace talks fate could force an all-out military effort if talks fail, urging a speedy conclusion to end the conflict.
In Rio de Janeiro during the Brazilian summer that began December 5, extreme heat has led to at least 26 deaths and dehydration across the city. Elizabeth Taylor and Van Johnson star in a Channel feature, as temperatures top 100 degrees.
A group of student investigators allege the Federal Trade Commission is politicized and demoralized by partisan staffing. The 184 page report cites party affiliations shaping decisions, calls for Dixon’s resignation, and notes a drop in case handling amid rising consumer protests.
Archbishop Terence Cooke says U S troops in Vietnam showed tremendous morale on his Christmas visit after returning from Europe and Asia. He noted their spirit of dedication and pride, as he serves in his first year as military vicar following Cardinal Spellman’s tradition of holiday trips.
France prepares a hostile reception for hippies and beatniks as a normal visit appears unlikely. Reports say Algerian President Ahmed Ben Bella, detained since 1965, may be released soon, but unsettled funding and border posts complicate travel.
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