Trudeau Wins Big Victory in Canada Election
Pierre Trudeau, 48, led the Liberal Party to a sweeping mandate with a majority in the House of Commons the greatest since 1958. Robert Stanfield’s Conservative defeat exposed a shift in national mood as Trudeau vowed no Quebec concessions yet united Canada.
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Sunny Weather On Tap After Fourth Rainy Day
A stretch of wet conditions ends as sunny skies return after a fourth rainy day in Iowa. Forecasters predict improving conditions with mild temperatures and light breezes through the weekend.
Rain Lifts Across Iowa After Fourth Straight Day
The weather service reports light to heavy rain across eastern Iowa with flash flood risk on tributaries of the Maquoketa and Turkey rivers near Elkader and Manchester. Squaw Creek Park in Dubuque flooded after a 15 inch rainfall. Cedar Rapids totals reach 1.94 inches since Sunday as cooler air moves in and temperatures rise to the upper 60s to 70s by Thursday.
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U.S. and Vietnam Talks Sour Over Infiltration Rates
Paris report says U.S. and allies accuse North Vietnam of record troop infiltration into South Vietnam, reaching 29 000 in May with June indicating an abnormally high rate. Cyrus Vance tells North Vietnam's Xuan Thuy the U.S. could halt bombing under proper conditions, while Thuy demands immediate stop to all attacks without reciprocity. The two sides meet again next Wednesday after saying little progress was made.
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Talks on South's Neutralization Reported
Australian journalist Wilfred Burchett was quoted Wednesday in Hong Kong about neutralization talks in the South. The item references continued coverage on page 3 column 3.
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Record seizure tops US heroin haul in New York
Federal agents seized 112 kilograms of heroin in a hidden compartment of an imported car shipped to New York from France. The $22.4 million find marks the largest single narcotics seizure in U S history. Arrests include Arthur Benvenuto and four French nationals. six communities were raided in Suffolk County after a months-long probe.
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Gun Control Urged as National Catastrophe by Clark
Attorney General Ramsey Clark described gun danger as a national catastrophe and pressed Congress to pass the administration’s strong gun control package. He backed registration and licensing, a ban on mail order firearms, and limits on ammunition shipments, while lawmakers report heavy opposition in incoming mail. Mayor John Lindsay, John Glenn, and Sen. Edward Brooke joined in urging passage. Senator Strom Thurmond opposed a federal registration act.
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Johnson to Sign 10 Percent Tax Surcharge Bill Soon
President Johnson said he will sign the 10 percent income tax surcharge within a day or two after a review of its impact on spending and government processes. The bill passed congress last week and awaits final signature.
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Linn County Clerk Faces Nepotism Charge
Linn County Clerk of Court Kenneth Perry denied hiring a relative, saying his daughter in law works in his office but was not married to his son at the time of hire. The complaint, raised by Sandra McMartin, questions compliance with Iowa law prohibiting relatives in public office roles. Perry seeks reelection and defends staff merit, while board members recall prior approval contingent on marriage status. Johnson discusses Warren’s resignation and Fortas Thornberry Supreme Court nominations.
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Vatican confirms Peter relics found under St. Peter's Basilica
Pope Paul VI announced that mortal remains under St. Peter's Basilica have been identified as those of the apostle and first pope. The find followed earlier unclear reports and tests, with church authorities citing positive proofs and competent judgments.
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Chuckle Caption on Brain Capacity
A witty remark compares the human brain to a freight car with a set capacity often feeling empty, highlighting a humorous take on mental load and wit.
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