Flood Threat Looms Over Flood-Ravaged South States
United Press International reports heavy rains threaten more floods in Tennessee Mississippi and Alabama after weekend downpours. Thousands evacuated or displaced as rivers like the Tombigbee rise. officials estimate damage reaching tens of millions with federal aid sought. Government pumps operate in Knoxville amid ongoing disaster response.
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Roosevelt Secretarial Bond Described as Familial Link
New details from Elliott Roosevelt claim Franklin D. Roosevelt and his secretary Marguerite Leland lived a "completely familial existence" acknowledged by Eleanor Roosevelt. The memoir excerpts depict ongoing access at the governor’s mansion in Albany and later the White House, with further series to be published by Ladies Home Journal and Tissue.
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Forgotten Name Sparks Driver Search in Cedar Rapids Crash
A Cedar Rapids boy was injured in a pedestrian accident near Park and Nineteenth streets Sunday. Civil defense officials warned of uncertain flood conditions across Tennessee Valley areas as Alabama reported over $500,000 in damage and around 820 homeless. Flood threats spread through Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and Louisiana with multiple evacuations and highway closures after heavy rains. Four deaths in Tennessee and three in Alabama were linked to weather, while Mississippi sent inmates to assist with levee protection in Greenwood.
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Three Writers Favor Change in Burning Rules
Three writers urge liberalizing Cedar Rapids city pollution rules to allow specified leaf fires. The article recalls a political controversy tied to Kennedy and Missy, with a council vote and letters supporting change, alongside a separate item about a 10 year old Cuban exile note and an accident report prompting driver contact.
Dollar Opens Strong Sinks In Markets
The dollar rose sharply at world market opens after a two week halt, with the Bank of Japan selling an estimated 50 million to restrain gains. By noon in Europe the dollar eased as traders awaited Paris decisions on the monetary crisis. Shultz pressed UK leaders for faster reform to aid American exporters. The pound, marks, and Swiss franc fluctuated, while Paris rates hovered near prior levels amid mixed signals.
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Newspaper Chairman Walter Stone Dies
Walter Stone, longtime Scripps-Howard editor and chief, died at age 73 after retiring four years ago. He served as chairman and president of the Scripps-Howard Foundation and was a director of the parent organization, passing away from a heart attack at his country home.
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City weighing leaf burning to ease cleanup burden
Citizens in the area with many pin oaks urge allowing burning of leaves to cut city costs and reduce snow removal effort. Residents note elderly and others struggle with leaf disposal while a League of Women Voters opposes any ordinance change. City council signals potential change with burn times to be set by resolution.
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Viet Airliner Crash Kills 58 in Central Highlands
An Air Viet Nam DC 4 crashed while landing at Ban Me Thuot airport in the central highlands killing at least 68 people with no survivors. Victims include three Americans and two Japanese among 62 or 58 listed aboard. authorities examine whether ground fire played a role.
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Public death debate swirls over deterrent value
In Washington and Pittsburgh reports, debate over public executions surfaces as Senator John Tunney and lawmakers weigh capital punishment. A widow, Elizabeth Neck, voices mixed reactions after her husband’s death, saying public spectacle might deter crime yet offering no clear comfort.
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Heavy Damage In House Fire on Passe Drive NW
A one story frame house at 85 Passe Drive NW sustained heavy damage in an early Monday fire. The residence is owned and co occupied by Donald Pusplshil. Fire officials reported extensive damage to the structure and contents though no injuries were listed.
Fire damages home. two dogs killed in blaze in Prince George
A cigarette caused fire in an overstuffed chair at a Prince George residence. Firemen battled the flames for about three hours Monday after an initial call at 4:17 a.m. and a rekindle at 8:00 a.m. All occupants escaped unharmed. Two dogs died in the flames. In unrelated news, Ivan McFadden won the third animal eggathon by eating 101 raw eggs in one hour.
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Hospital Drive Past Halfway At West Union
West Union Jaycees report a preliminary total over the weekend of more than 99000 raised in a telethon and house to house canvass for West Union hospital. They aim to raise 18000 for an ambulance and 1 5000 for a coronary care unit. End of month cash hoped to order the ambulance. some outlying areas had not reported by Monday. Cairo weather hits Egyptian vegetable crops with unusually bold conditions.
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Cambodia Palace Attack Stirs Global Alarm and Unrest
The air strike on the Cambodian palace drew Nixon's shock and indignation as Western sources noted Washington backing strict security. Princess Botum Bopha was detained while relatives of Sihanouk faced reinforced guard. Rising prices, corruption, and war weariness fueled discontent alongside a protest by teachers and students halted by militant rightists, who killed two.
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Allow Public Medicare Probes To Public Records
Washington announces new regulations allowing public inspection of Medicare surveys and investigative reports completed after January 31, ending prior confidentiality for these items. State hospital and nursing home surveys will be made public along with reviews of health insurance carriers and provider performance.
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