Still Ahead of Soviets Clifford Says U S Military Superiority Persists
Defense Secretary Clark Clifford defended U S lead over the Soviet Union amid Nixon charges of a security gap. He cited 900 Soviet ICBMs versus 1,054 U S missiles, and 75 to 80 SLBMs for the Soviets against 656 U S Polaris. He noted U S advantage in long range bombers and overall deliverable weapons, and announced plans to study a quieter nuclear submarine and the F 111 fighter bomber.
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Waukon Sailor Shot and Killed in California
Waukon sailor Dean Richard Mouw, 21, was shot by a California deputy sheriff early Thursday and died instantly. He had served 2½ years in the navy after transfer from the Philippines to Mare Island two months ago. His naval class had a graduation party that night. circumstances of the shooting are not yet available. The body will be returned to Martin funeral home in Waukon.
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Humphrey Denies Nixon Security Gap Charge
Vice President Hubert Humphrey rejects Richard Nixon's claim of a security gap saying Nixon is politically fueling militarization. He argues the United States holds overwhelming bomber and tanker power and warns against undermining peace efforts while campaigning. Humphrey says Nixon should withdraw his charges and consult military and civilian experts.
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Chuckle Says Rain Falls On Weekends In A Light Note
A light syndicated quip notes that rain tends to fall on weekends in a humorous aside. The writer adds a nod to common weather misfortune while keeping a playful tone.
Wallace Cheers in Garden as crowds clash with hecklers
George Wallace spoke to about 14 000 at Madison Square Garden as police battled outside protesters and several dozen inside. He praised police, attacked Nixon and Humphrey, and said he would quit debates unless given his own telecast.
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Berkeley Student Leader Calls Class Boycott Over Campus Disturbances
UC Berkeley student body president Charles Palmer announced a planned classroom boycott and potential strike with picketing. Chancellor Roger Heyns warned of expulsions for those involved as police cleared barricades at Moses Hall after a sit-in linked to Eldridge Cleaver protest demands.
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Fayette County Remains GOP Strong Despite Democratic Activity
Gazette readers learn from Associate Editor Frank Nye why Fay ette County stays safely Republican. Nye analyses the political landscape and party dynamics, with details on the county’s voting patterns and likely outcomes, in page 6 of the edition.
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Nixon accuses aides of pressuring peace move to aid Humphrey
Nixon charged top administration officials sought a bombing halt or cease fire before Election Day to boost Hubert Humphrey, though he said President Johnson was not involved. He cited meetings alleged to push a peace development, with Cohen aides naming Clifford, Vance, Califano and Ball as key players.
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Weather Lifts Bombing of North Viet Nam Supply Lines
American fighter bombers hit North Viet Nam supply lines hard amid decent daylight weather. Pilots flew 122 missions as fuel stores warehouses and bunkers were targeted. Washington reported delays in halting bombing due to unresolved de escalation questions and peace talks with Hanoi and the National Liberation Front. Ambassador Ellsworth and Bunker met with President Thieu in Saigon as tensions persist in the stalled peace offensive.
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Funds Held Up For Cedar Rapids Airport Expansion
FAA officials in Kansas City say Cedar Rapids has $237,540 in old grant funds from 1959 and 1961 tied to runway protection and obstruction clearance projects. The money remains unspent as land acquisition and easement work proceed slowly, delaying possible new federal aid for expansion.
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Ulcer Season for Pollsters in Iowa City
Dr. George Gallup spoke in Iowa City saying pollsters face ulcer season and that polling reflects public opinion. He described a charisma poll rating candidates on a 10 point scale and noted Nixon leads Humphrey and Wallace trails, with undecideds likely drifting back to Democrats.
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Temperatures Dip Across Iowa With Early Freeze
Early Friday many Iowa areas fell below freezing as 17 degrees was reported in Elkader and 20 to 25 degrees in several towns. Cedar Rapids lows reached 31, with a 25 at the airport, the first snow flurries noted between Charles City and Waterloo. Forecasters expect warmer conditions Friday night and highs in the 60s by Saturday.
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