Kano crash evokes worst air disaster record
A Jordanian Boeing 707 crash at Kano airport in northern Nigeria during landing in high winds killed 100 of 202 on board, with 22 survivors. The jet, chartered to bring Nigerian Muslim pilgrims from Mecca, burst into flames after veering off the runway and into ditches. Officials described the wreckage as largely intact only the tail section remaining. A royal hospital treated the injured while authorities investigate the craft and flight.
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South Vietnamese suffer major war setback near Saigon
Reports indicate two Saigon battalions overrun 40 miles northwest of Saigon with heavy losses. Government says at least 56 killed and 132 wounded since Friday while Viet Cong claims several battalions and hundreds captured. Field dispatches note rest and cautious air operations as both sides claim success and assess casualties.
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Juror Delays Resumption of Murder Trial
SIOUX CITY The murder trial of three men charged in the slaying of a deputy U S marshal rammed into its second week Monday as one of eight women jurors Sharon Smith failed to report. Neighbors reported she was hushed and left with several children. Judge Richard Robinson, ill with flu, presided as court halted. Defense cited two male alternates.
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Ranger commander confirms stragglers aided by Communists
A ranger commander reports that many rescued stragglers received safe conduct passes from Communists even as they carried weapons. The claim surfaced in a broadcast heard in Sai and continues on page 9.
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Kissinger Returns to Paris Amid Optimism
Henry Kissinger flew back to Paris for a 24th round of Vietnam peace talks amid optimism a ceasefire could begin by Thursday. White House sources said progress was possible after his meeting with President Nixon, despite a driving rain and tense negotiations in Washington.
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Buses Crash In Iowa Storm Injure Eighteen
Three Western Dubuque School District buses slid on icy roads during a winter storm in Iowa. About 18 people, including many elementary pupils from Goedkin and Oberbreckling, were injured but none fatalities. One pupil remained hospitalized briefly. two drivers and riders survived with minor injuries as roads stayed slick after freezing rain sleet and heavy snow.
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Brooklyn gunmen surrender after two day siege ends
In Brooklyn, three gunmen who had vowed to die in paradise surrendered after nine hostages escaped from John and Al's Sports, Inc. Police had surrounded the store with sharpshooters as negotiations continued. A wounded suspect was left in fair condition after surgery, and officers booked the others on homicide and related charges.
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Supreme Court limits states on early abortion rulings
The Supreme Court rules states may not ban or restrict abortions in the first three months, while allowing regulation by licensed doctors and facilities. Justices Blackmun Rehnquist White dissent on tighter limits. Georgia abortion provisions struck down as unconstitutional. The decision preserves maternal health considerations and sets stage for state-by-state rules.
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Vietnam War After Cease-Fire Risks Guerrilla War Rebound
Washington based military officers warn Communist forces in South Vietnam may shift to guerrilla networks terror and assassination after a cease-fire. They expect a long war with limited international supervision and doubt pacification can end the conflict. Officials acknowledge South Vietnamese forces are capable but worry about leadership quality and reliance on U.S. support.
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Agriculture secretary predicts lower prices for pork and chicken
Secretary Earl Butz says spring and fall should bring lower poultry and hog prices, with beef unclear. He notes Americans still pay little for food overall and that recent supply steps may ease costs this year. Prices may drop 8 to 12 weeks for cattle. inflation goal remains challenging.
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