Nixon Proposal Dominates Volunteer Army Debate
Washington AP reports the House Armed Services Committee rejected an all volunteer army plan, backing Nixon’s draft retention with a two year extension and a major pay boost. Debate centered on student deferments, conscientious objection, and Gates Commission recommendations while votes hovered pending broader draft bill approval.
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St Patrick's Day For All Nixon Remarks
President Nixon said St Patrick's Day is a celebration for all Americans. He praised warmth humor pride and courage associated with the Irish and valued by many in the nation.
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Heart Attack Fatal for Thomas Dewey at Miami Beach
Thomas Dewey died at Miami Beach after a heart attack in his hotel suite following a party. Doctors in New York noted an existing coronary artery disease, with reports of a checkup by the Miami Heart Institute and statements from Dr. Richard Elias about the examination. Dewey, the Republican standard bearer and former governor, had earlier played golf and dined with associates, and his death prompted tributes from President Nixon and others.
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Five Cent Iowa Sales Tax Discussed By Senate Leader
Senate Republican Leaver Cufray Lamborn proposed raising Iowa’s sales tax to three cents on the dollar to fix a $25 million deficit and fund a biomass program. The plan included a food credit for low income residents if two cent increase passed, with Gov. Ray favoring income tax. attendees from Monticello and nearby counties weighed tax options. reaction mixed, some backing a combination tax hike. Local figures Dewey and Bricker noted in broader political context.
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Proxmire cites SST link to increased skin cancer risk
Senator Proxmire said a government cancer expert was barred from publicly discussing the SST's potential to alter the stratosphere and raise UV exposure. He cited a letter from Dr Gio Govir warning that a 4 to 10 percent ozone loss could trigger thousands of skin cancer cases, questioning continued funding for the project.
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TV Interview With Nixon Set
New York AP President Nixon will be interviewed by Howard K Smith on ABC in a live television and radio broadcast from the White House. The network said the hour long program will not be limited to any topic and will air at 9 30 p m Town time Monday.
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Heavy Losses, U S Pilot Reports Retreat in Vietnam
U S pilots report heavy North Vietnamese pressure south of Laos driving South Vietnamese out of bases along Highway 9 and surrendering ground near the border. Citations describe dwindling firebase positions, air strikes, and crews evacuated with significant casualties amid ongoing bombardment and retreats.
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Await Jury Decision on Calley Fate
Fragmented report notes uncertain verdict expectations for Calley as jurors weigh implications. Text fragments reference Vietnamese bases near Lis and attempts to enter Laos, with quotes about air defense and invasion timing. Reporters faced travel barriers citing heat and restricted access.
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My Lai case and social security measure mix in 1968 news
AP reports Congress passing a new social security increase worth 3.6 billion dollars for 26 million Americans and President Nixon preparing to sign as Calley's court martial weighs verdicts for the My Lai killings. Jurors hear closing arguments while the economy faces pressure and ongoing trial details unfold.
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Nixon Calls Whitney Young A Tireless Civil Rights Leader
President Nixon at a burial honors Whitney Young as a symbol of progress. He says Young, a steadfast advocate, guided many across racial lines and cautions that public service fits him better outside government. Thousands attend, praising his impact on both Black and white communities.
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700 Pound Egg Crosses Atlantic on Ocean Run
Swiss authorities report a 760 pound polyester egg washed ashore on Trinidad after drifting from the Caney Islands. Sculptor Herbert Dissal of Dern says the piece aimed to push art beyond communicative limits. The egg contained cameras and chronometers but those were missing. authorities seek the film cassettes.
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