Nixon Sees Seven-Week Cambodian Exit Pledge
President Nixon and top defense and military leaders told congressional leaders a firm commitment exists to withdraw all U S combat troops from Cambodia within seven weeks. Lawmakers quoted Nixon as promising a prompt withdrawal with a seven week outer limit and no long term presence.
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Disputes Guard Story of Kent State Sniper
AP report from Kent Ohio says officers and guardsmen disputed claims of a sniper on Kent State campus. A helicopter patrol could not confirm any gunman sighting after four students were killed during Monday's antiwar demonstration.
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Resistance Stiffens in Cambodia
The report notes intensified resistance in Cambodia as a fire at a campus barn and several farm tractors was blamed on arson. Fire officials said the blaze was deliberately set and Sgt. Michael Delaney commented after the shootings that authorities would pursue the issue.
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Coe Strike Rumors Denied by College Officials
Reports of a student strike at Coe College and wide faculty support were denied. Classes reportedly meet on schedule with no cancellations. An ad hoc committee outlined Vietnam withdrawal events and a flare of student protests was noted amid broader Cedar Rapids coverage.
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Senate panel approves Blackmun nomination in 17-0 vote
Washington AP reports the senate judiciary committee approved President Nixon's nomination of Harry Blackmun to the supreme court by a 17-0 margin. Indications suggested no senate action until early next week.
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Nixon Hopes Kent State Shootings Strengthen Quiet Dissent
President Nixon says the Kent State killings should push universities to uphold peaceful protest and reject violence. Vice President Agnew argues the event proves his attacks on militant dissent are justified and warns against revolution in the streets. The White House notes shared sadness for the victims.
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Pharmacists Adopt Employee Relations Guidelines
Iowa Pharmacists approve a policy package to handle wage and working condition disputes with employers. The Pharmaceutical Association executive director said meetings are planned with Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Sioux City and Dubuque teams as the union Push continues.
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Iowa City Grants Emergency Powers After Rampage
Iowa City leaders moved to calm a downtown disturbance that drew 120 peace officers and involved about 1,000 students at its peak. At least 51 students were arrested, with 12 women pledging guilty to disorderly conduct. The council gave the mayor discretionary power to declare emergencies and impose a curfew, though none was set.
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Today's Chuckle The man who can smile when things go wrong
A humorous quip notes that a person who smiles amid misfortune may be seeking someone to blame, highlighting human humor in coping with errors or adversity.
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