Green Beret Reveals Laos Vietnam Patrols Details
A Pentagon disclosure confirms secret U S led patrols into North Vietnamese base areas in Laos and Cambodia. Green Beret veterans describe night insertions, mined roads, and explosives. about 81 Americans died in roughly six years of clandestine operations, with many hired mercenaries and locals paid to join the missions.
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Russians Supply North Viets with Advanced SAMs
American sources say the Soviet Union has equipped North Vietnam since spring with SAM-3 anti air missiles. Up to 20 emplacements around Hanoi were confirmed last April and more missiles may be sent to Haiphong and other strategic areas. SAM-3 reportedly has better guidance and maneuverability, operating from low to very high altitudes, and may be manned by Russian technicians.
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U.S. Jury Finds Lansky Innocent On Tax Charges
Federal jury in Miami found Meyer Lansky not guilty on all three counts of income tax evasion tied to gambling profits after a eight day trial. Lansky 71 was absent during the verdict due to health issues after open heart surgery. Defense says he will face a separate Las Vegas trial in September over a hidden interest in the Flamingo hotel. He remains free on bond pending appeal of a criminal contempt sentence.
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David Rosen
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Nixon and McGovern Share Dinner Courtesy of Shah of Iran
President Nixon met his 1972 Democratic challenger Senator George McGovern at a formal dinner hosted by the Shah of Iran. McGovern attended solo with his wife Eleanor, while Nixon recovered from viral pneumonia and noted he was glad to be up and around.
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A Good Salesman Covers His Territory With Want Ads
A brisk note on sales strategy explains that a successful salesman must cover his territory daily through want ads, illustrating continuous outreach and visibility to potential customers. The piece emphasizes persistent advertising as key to broad reach and steady opportunities.
Senate unit passes rail revamp bill in push for reform
Senate Commerce Committee approved a bill directing the ICC to reorganize railroads in the Northeast and Midwest. It creates a new rail emergency office to deliver a 17 state and DC rail-service plan within 12 months, with private operators and a timetable for funding and launch. Hartke warned of a potential Nixon veto but argued dissolution would not be acceptable. The measure followed a judge’s threat to dissolve Penn Central without federal aid by October 1.
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Want Ads Help You Find Buy or Sell Quickly
Helpfully states an advertising service slogan urging readers to use the want ads to locate goods and services with a cost effective, quick response. Provides a contact phone number 398-8234 for dialing.
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