Denver air pirate ransom case shocks Colorado fields
DENVER WP reports a hijacker bailed from Hughes Airwest DC-9 with 50 000 dollars ransom and parachuted onto Colorado wheat fields near Nich ard LaPoint. He claimed to want a lawyer and suffered wrist and ankle sprains on landing. He was captured by WSL agents after ransom of 40 000 was recovered. LaPoint held overnight in Sterling jail with wrists and ankle in splints before transfer.
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New Captive Bid Reported Studied
The administration weighs asking North Vietnam to declare willingness to release U.S. POWs in exchange for a set Vietnam withdrawal date, per the Manitlington Post. FBI details a hijack escape, the money, and a plan mimicking the Cooper case, with Denver and Seabrook police involved.
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Nixon hints on value added levy for school taxes
Washington AP report notes President Nixon nods to a value added tax concept in discussing school financing, but White House press secretary says no decision. Congress signals interest while Nixon asks reports and commissions to propose relief from property taxes.
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Rhodesian unrest leaves 14 dead in Salisbury area
In Rhodesia, police reported 14 blacks killed and 14 wounded when crowds attacked an African town near Salisbury on Thursday night. The toll is counted since protests began Sunday over the British Rhodesian agreement.
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Adult Rights Bill Stumbles in Senate Unit Amid Debates
In Des Moines AP report, the adult rights bill facing Senate State Government Committee delays after 14 amendments were reviewed. Chair Sen. Potgeter signals ongoing consideration of approaches, with nine amendments adopted and five deferred, including a proposal restricting high school students from serving on a school board.
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State Board of Public Instruction
See More Air Force Academy Cadet Honor Scandal Unfolds
Air Force Academy officials say 16 cadets have quit with investigations into academic cheating and other honor code violations. Gen. Albert Clark notes about three names are deeply implicated and resignations will continue to follow, with some accused of knowing and not reporting.
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Four American Aircraft Fell In South Vietnam Skirmish
In central highlands South Vietnam a U S helicopter was shot down and its crew of four were rescued after an attack that left one observer dead and four others with injuries. Another U S helicopter was downed 24 miles southwest of Hue.
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Economy Growth Outpaces Inflation But Costs Rise Sharply
Washington reports show a mixed 1971 economy with a 4 tenths rise in December living costs and a 1 percent quarterly GNP gain. Inflation cooled slightly for the year but held at a high level as inventory investment boosted year end output. The Commerce and Labor Departments projected continued growth into 1972 amid rising unemployment and ongoing price pressures.
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Democrats Retort to Nixon State of the Union Address
Congressional Democrats rebutted President Nixon on national media accusing his administration of prolonging the Vietnam war and starving domestic programs. They pledged no political reconciliation in 1972 between Congress and the President, signaling continued opposition.
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Nixon seeks fast congressional action on Pacific dock strike
President Nixon urged speedy passage of emergency legislation to arbitrate the West Coast dock dispute and halt the Pacific ports strike. He said Congress should act by next week as talks continued amid debate over Vietnam, economy, and crime. A three member arbitration board would issue binding findings for 18 months once appointed, enabling end to the walkout within 40 days.
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Supplies Leave For Bangladesh From United States
An Air Cargo ship loaded with 274 tons of urgently needed supplies and medicines departed for Dacca, Bangladesh. The shipment was chartered and paid for by the Protestant Church World Service and the Catholic Relief Services. In Rome, Britain and Malta failed to reach a base bargaining agreement on Maltabrake 1, with discussions slated to continue next week.
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Poday's Chuckte Fantisy Seeks Track Driver Stop Anta
A 6-foot-2 track driver is sought to halt Anta the leg and ensure doors are locked behind him. The fragmentary notice mentions safety and security actions, with unclear context and names.
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Draft Lottery Set for February Draw Amid Low Calls
Washington reports the draft lottery for ten million young men will be held on February 2, earlier than prior drawings. Officials say call totals will be lower this year, with historical peaks reaching 382,000 during Vietnam, and procedures involve two drums, birthdates and numbers, with capsules rotated days before.
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