Soldier survives ambush after platoon wiped out near Cambodia border
Sgt. Julius Durham of Piedmont South Carolina survived a North Vietnamese ambush that killed most of his 21 man unit. Durham played dead and hid as the enemy overran the position, later saying about 150 attackers gathered in the clearing before moving toward the Cambodian border. Durham was one of only three survivors and sustained a minor wound to his left arm.
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Pleiku
Vietnam
UPI
Julius Durham
Piedmont
S. C
Durham
Canada
Kennedy
Grace
Two New Fights Near Central Highlands Reported
U S infantrymen clashed with North Vietnamese regulars in two small engagements Tuesday in the central highlands north of the battlefield where air cavalry units suffered heavy casualties Monday. The 25th Division units skirmished with North Vietnamese forces in the area.
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Saigon
U.S
25Th
Auto makers warn of defects in 1967 models across brands
UPI reports the Big Four and major foreign makers notified the U S government of potential safety defects in thousands of 1967 model cars. More than 200 000 vehicles are listed, with totals possibly reaching 300 000 or 400 000. The notices cover brake and carburetor issues and other concerns across American Motors General Motors Ford Chrysler Rolls Royce Volkswagen and Renault.
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Washington
UPI
U.S
Big Four
General Motors
Ford
American Motors
Chrysler
Rolls Royce
Volkswagen
Renault
Oldsmobile
Plymouth
Romney Seeks Unity Meeting With Reagan in PR Overture
In Dorado Beach Puerto Rico Governor Romney proposes meeting with Governor-Elect Reagan to bridge liberal and conservative GOP wings. Rockefeller supported Romney at the news conference and urged dialogue to develop understanding as both governors discuss 1968 goals and leadership.
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UPI
George Romney
Michigan
New York
Nelson Rockefeller
Dorado Beach
Puerto Rico
Rockefeller
Romney
Ronald Reagan
California
Reagan
San Franccisco
Barry Goldwater
G.O.P
Johnson
Scrutinize Text Of Passion Play In Oberammergau
The mayor of Oberammergau said the text of the world famous Passion Play will be examined at a Roman Catholic monastery for alleged anti Semitic overtones.
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Oberammergau
Germany
Bandits Rob Queens Filling Station After Dawn Hold-Up
Three bandits tied up a gas station manager and his assistant in Queens. They locked them in a restroom and operated the station for two hours taking about $595 from the cash register before fleeing as business slowed.
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New York
Queens
De Gaulle Marks 76th Birthday Quietly at Elysee
Paris sources report President Charles de Gaulle turned 76 today with no public plans or ceremonies at the Elysee Palace. The French leader’s birthday passes without fanfare as the nation focuses on ongoing political events.
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Paris
de Gaulle
Franco proposes laws for a modified democracy in Spain
General Francisco Franco unveiled a plan to convert Spain from a dictatorship to a broader system. He called for a premier and a chief of state, expanded cortes membership with 100 directly elected members, and greater representation in official bodies while maintaining no political parties.
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Madrid
Francisco Franco
Spain
Franco
Cortes
France urges Peking seat at United Nations
France rejects a United Nations study of the China problem as unrealistic and says ending the 16 year stalemate requires handing the Chinese seat in the UN to Peking. The move signals a shift toward recognizing Communist China in the world body.
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United Nations (Ap
France
U. N
China
Peking
Visitors Still Queue At JFK Grave Three Years On
Arlington visitors continue to line up for Kennedy grave as more than 16 million have paid respects since his assassination. Crowds vary with weather and holidays, with thoughtful visitors, school groups, and families reflecting on Kennedy's legacy and the illuminated memorial being prepared nearby.
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John F. Kennedy
Dallas
Arlington National Cemetery
Kennedy
Congress
John Carl Warnecke
Patrick Bouvier Kennedy
John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Lincoln Memorial
Potomac River
Custis Lee
George Washington Parke Custis
George Washington
Citywide Burglar Alarm Plan Proposed for Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids police chief George Matias and University of Iowa police expert Prof. Richard Holcomb seek Law Enforcement Assistance Act funds to install burglar alarms in about 3 900 businesses. Alarms would be installed free with merchants paying a 10 per month maintenance fee, plus optional fire detection devices. The plan aims to deter burglars and boost fire protection with no strings attached.
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Jerry Elsen Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Richard Holcomb
University of Iowa
George Matias
Matias
Holcomb’s
U.S
Washington, D.C
the Gazette
Cedar Rapids Hits 67 as Warmth Sets Nov Records
Iowa weather shatters city records with Cedar Rapids reaching 67 at noon, the warmest November 22 in history. Lamont and Des Moines also set highs, while forecasters warn of a cold front bringing a plunge and possible light snow by Thursday night.
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Cedar Rapids
the Gazette
Municipal
Lamont
Des Moines
Vords Challenge To Powell's Win
Federal Judge Dudley Bonsal dismissed a suit filed by Lassen Walsh seeking to bar Powell from Congress. Walsh claimed Powell no longer resided in his district. Bonsal ruled the case lacks federal jurisdiction, stating authority lies with Congress.
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New York
Dudley Bonsal
Adam Clayton Powell
D-N.y
Congress
Board For Elections
Powell
Lassen Walsh
Walsh
Bonsal
New Calls For Probe Resumption
Controversy over Kennedy assassination notes new calls for a fresh inquiry on the third anniversary. Sen. Long and Arthur Schlesinger push for investigation, while Sen. Russell and Malcolm Kilduff back the one shooter theory, citing ongoing doubts about the shots. Life magazine also urges review as new books emerge.
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Washington
Kennedy
Dallas
Long
D-La
Arthur Schlesinger
Sen
Russell
D-Ga
Warren Commission
Malcolm Kilduff
Lee Oswald
Oswald
Connally
Schlesinger
Life
Chuckie Menu Prices Don't Matter Calories Do
A playful note on dining trends says when prices stop mattering, calories become the new focus. The cheeky line attributed to Capyciant reflects a lighthearted take on modern eating habits.
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