Nixon retains Rogers as secretary while reshaping top posts
President Nixon will keep Secretary William Rogers in his second term and announce a series of staffing moves. Kenneth Rush to become deputy secretary of state, William J. Casey named undersecretary of state for economic affairs, and William Porter slated as undersecretary for political affairs. Irwin and Johnson offered new roles. Curtis Tarr stays as undersecretary for coordinating security and assistance. Further details await weekend announcements.
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Ronald Ziegler
Kenneth Rush
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William J. Casey
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A. Alexis Johnson
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Civil Defense Program Dies in Cleveland Area
The Cleveland area Civil Defense program, born from fear of nuclear attack, ended quietly as of April 1976 due to running out of operating funds. City and county officials declined further funding as public fear waned and officials cited complacency. Civil Defense Director B A Mifflin attributed the end to lack of demand and ongoing belief that a nuclear attack would not occur.
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India Ready To Normalize Ties with U.S.
New Delhi reports Foreign Minister Swaran Singh stating India will normalize relations with the United States and China. He notes readiness for ambassador exchanges, resuming cultural and trade ties with China, and cites past disagreements over Vietnam, Pakistan arms, and Bangladesh as temporary.
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UPI
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United States
China
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U.S.A
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Vietnam
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High-Rise Fires Claim 13 Lives in Atlanta and New Orleans
A Baptist Towers fire in Atlanta killed at least nine residents and injured 1 as smoke drove elderly people to windows. The blaze, confined to the seventh floor, prompted evacuations and raised questions about elevator safety and building design.
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Julia Elliott
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Allania
Winesses
Atlanta
Jim Seagraves
No American Killed in Vietnam Week for First Time Since 1965
SAIGON AP reports no U.S. fatalities last week in Vietnam, with three missing or captured and 11 wounded. It marks the first weekly casualty summary without fatalities since January 1965, as air operations against North Vietnam continue while the pattern of missing over killed persists.
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Ciief
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Countdown Initiates for Apollo 17 Rocket Launch
Cape Kennedy AP reports the Saturn V rocket begins a tight countdown at 3 30 am EST aiming for a 9 53 pm liftoff next Wednesday. The mission marks the last U S moon voyage for the foreseeable future.
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Salen Vo
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C R Schools Seek Property for Expanding Two Junior High Sites
The Cadar Rapids Community school board discusses purchasing ten homes near McKinley Junior High and four near Wilson Junior High for expanding the two campuses. Estimated land cost is about 250000 dollars. Board secretary Otto Wiedersberg says no purchase yet and action will come after executive session and further recommendations. The acquisitions aim to widen all elementary and physical education areas at the two junior highs.
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Chuckle Mail Gift Exchange Prompted by Recipients
A playful note mentions sending Christian gifts early and reciprocating with lip service, hinting at lighthearted exchange and misdirected enthusiasm. The text reads like a casual, tongue in cheek prompt rather than a formal message, with humorous misfires and informal goodwill.
Fire roars through Lamplighter Club as roof collapses
Cal Grevemberg reports oil company helicopter pilot John Lockwood spotted fire near the center and evacuated six people in two trips before another helicopter carried out the rest as the roof gave way. The Lamplighter club occupied the top floor with a smaller earlier blaze in a closet.
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John Lockwood
Oil Company
Lockwood
City Hall
Pentagon silent on Vietnam troop levels amid talks
The Pentagon said the United States would continue withdrawing troops from Vietnam while the White House avoided confirming the pace. Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler noted a Saigon dispatch claiming a freeze, saying no comment would be issued on troop levels as Kissinger and Nixon discuss Paris talks.
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Defense Department
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Henry Kissinger
Nguyen Phu Duc
Thleu
Saigan
North Vietnam
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Edward Jacobsmeyer Acquitted of Arson Count
Edward Jacobsmeyer and co defendant Cedar Ronis were acquitted by a Linn district court jury of seven men and five women in a case tied to a fire at 6060 Avenue NW that destroyed a building housing Highway Movement Co and other firms. The trial heard testimony from workers and fellow strikers about fuel and ignition, but the jury found insufficient evidence of arson.
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Albert Carrigan
Tyomnen
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Jheohgmeyer
Maria Mar
Linn District Court
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Jacobs-meyer
Highway Moviement Co
MccNall Machinery and Supeply Co
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Highsway
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Jacobsmeyer
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Guenline
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Peace talks show North Vietnamese concessions outlined
The New York Times quotes administration sources on partial North Vietnamese concessions in the Paris peace talks. Provisions include a demilitarized zone along the 17th parallel, a cease fire applying to Vietnam and Cambodia, and allowed weapons from suppliers, with key sticking points over political prisoner releases.
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