Mexico City airliner crash kills twenty four
AP reports a Boeing 727 from Chicago to Mexico City and Acapulco crashed near the runway end leaving 24 dead of 118 aboard. Five crew members died. four passengers and seven crew survived, with many rescued from swampy water and mud. Survivors include Clay Danielson of Gates Mills Ohio and Grace Flores Alvarado, Graciela Flores Alvarado, and Paulinel Hartzell among witnesses.
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City Teamsters Set For Long Strike In Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids labor dispute enters its second week with city officials and Teamsters supported workers signaling a prolonged battle. The council cites staffing changes to maintain sanitation while negotiators insist resolution hinges on city talks with workers. The city refuses to recognize the Teamsters or their agent Harry J. Wilford as representatives.
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Five U.S. Copters Downed Near Da Nang
North Vietnamese forces shot down five American helicopters on Monday near the Que Son valley south of Da Nang. A U.S. spokesman said the extent of damage to three choppers was not known. American infantry from the 19th brigade engaged North Vietnamese troops, triggering a 3 hour battle in hilly terrain. One American was killed and nine North Vietnamese were killed or wounded. The clash followed other actions in Quang Ngai and Da Nang areas as Operations Intercept continued.
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S C Dows Dies in Cedar Rapids at 78
Cesar Rapids Mews Sutherland C Dows 78 longtime Cedar Rapids pioneer and utility executive died Monday at Hallmar convalescent home after extended illness. He chaired Iowa Electric Light and Power Co and directed numerous firms. He aided Eastern Iowa education and in 1956 joined a one man panel on peaceful uses of atomic energy reporting to a joint committee.
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Food Services Lead Cost Rise in August Report
The Labor Department says August saw a 0.4 percent rise in the overall cost of living driven by a 0.6 percent jump in food prices and a 0.7 percent increase in consumer services. Mortgage interest, property taxes, and home utilities also climbed, signaling continuing inflationary pressure. The report notes food price spikes including restaurant meals and higher egg costs, with mixed signals on broader consumer expenses.
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Chuckle About Computer That Demands Breaks
A humorous quip notes a computer refusing to work unless promised at least two circuit breaks daily, reflecting workplace tech frustration with a witty twist.
Six Mile Line Delays as Intercept Program Expands
Inspectors manned all 14 gates with orders to check every vehicle and occupant. The line stretched six miles at peak and delays reached three to four hours. Treasury Secretary Kennedy and General Mitchell announced Sunday that Operation Intercept was in full swing and would continue indefinitely. A Los Angeles spokesman said a rented airplane leaving Mexico tried to invade the operation.
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Green Berets Face Murder Charges Don’t Deter Families
The six U S Special Forces officers held on murder and conspiracy charges over the Viet Nam slaying say their primary concern is family welfare. Capt Leland Brumley and Major David Crew spoke in interviews about their wives and children, noting how the news has affected their families and the emotional strain of potential court martial.
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Lawyer seeks open trial for Green Beret officers
SAIGON AP The defense for Maj. David Grow and Capt. Leland Brumley plans a completely open trial with all evidence disclosed. Henry Rothblatt arrived from New York and may call Gen. Creighton Abrams if relevant. If a fair jury cannot be obtained, the case could move to a civilian court.
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Pentagon to Trim 77,500 Troops and 209 Planes in New Cuts
The Pentagon announced 77,500 additional defense manpower cuts and the layup of 22 ships to save 256 million dollars this year. About 20,300 marines from the Fifth Division face deactivation, while the 26th regiment remains in Vietnam. Navy ship layups bring total cuts to 90 ships. air force manpower drops by 50,100 with 209 aircraft phased out, including WB-47s F-100s and F-4s. Total U.S. force to 3.26 million by next summer as part of a 3 billion dollar defense reduction plan.
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