U S Envoy Survives Cambodian Bomb Attack
A powerful blast shattered the armored limousine carrying the senior U.S. diplomat in Phnom Penh. Thomas Enders escaped unharmed, while two Cambodian police and a civilian were killed and several others wounded. Police reported possible grenade explosions nearby with more casualties.
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First Black Woman Hired as Cedar Rapids Policewoman
Anita D. Woodard, 25, appointed effective Oct 18, will be the fourth woman on the Cedar Rapids police force and possibly the state’s first Black policewoman. She and 10 others begin a ten week training period. Powell was the first Black officer, serving 1924–1948.
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A. Jensen
Jerry D. Furness
Steven A. Janet
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Sino-Japanese summit faces hurdles in Peking talks
In Peking, evidence mounted that the Sino-Japanese talks to ease formal relations face friction. Officials cite possible sticking points over Taiwan relations and Japan's wartime status with China. Tanaka stakes his political future on a successful rapprochement.
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Kakuei Tanaka
Chow Ei-lai
Masayoshi Ohira
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China
Nationalizis
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Resolution For PW Trade Pass
A fragmented report notes discussions between Prime Minister Tanaka and Chinese officials during a six day state visit. It indicates tentative progress toward mutual recognition and economic links, with a final summit horizon and minor issues possibly set aside.
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Economy Indicators Show 2.2 Percent August Rise
The Commerce Department reports leading economic indicators rose 2.2 percent in August, the strongest monthly gain since March. The composite index stood at 48.5, about 28 percent above the 1970 low, with one downward item and revisions trimming July's increase.
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Amos and Andy star Andy Correll dies at 83
Andy Correll longtime partner of Freeman Gosden in the Amos and Andy radio duo died after a heart attack at a Chicago hospital. The show began on WGN in 1926 as Sam and Henry and rose to national fame after adopting the Amos and Andy persona in 1929. Gosden called him a tremendous talent and lifelong partner. Correll, born in Peoria Alabama, retired in 1960 and had lived in Beverly Hills, California.
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Longer trucks aim to haul longer cars in Iowa debate
National Automobile Transporters Assn officials told the Tawa highway commission that proposed federal bumper standards would force trucks to shorten while extending loads. The plan seeks 60-foot limits, with longer cars requiring fewer axles. carriers warn costs rise for buyers. Delegations discussed moving toward 65 or 60 feet, with airport routes cited as key.
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National Automobile Transporters Assn
Tawa! Highway Commission
Nixon and McGovern clash over finish and morality
Campaigns of President Nixon and challenger McGovern centered on war ethics and victory aims as they tour major cities. Nixon urged finishing the job to secure a safer world, while McGovern attacked the bombing in Indochina and promised swift action within minutes of his inauguration to pause it.
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Weather Bureau Says They Needed Rain After Forecast Slips
A weather bureau worker quips that they needed the rain after a forecast misstep, noting the spell of wet weather as the system finally comes through. The remark highlights the tension between forecast predictions and real conditions.
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Weather Bureau
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