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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1968
Page
20
James A. Ha discusses conflicts within American democracy at a church event. He notes divisions among white and Black groups, debates over equality and patriotism, and contrasts in church and campus attitudes toward change and policy.
Milovice Czechoslovakia, 25 miles northeast of Prague, hosts Soviet troops living among residents. A Czech girl says Russians were told to come and stay, while townspeople fear displacement for Russian families. Wives of Soviet officers arrive, and local chatter notes shaved heads of prisoners in Russia. The town remains uneasy but habitually mixed with occupiers.
Senator William Proxmire said Defense Secretary Clark Clifford told him that funding for the C5 cargo aircraft is temporarily halted. He cited a potential $2 billion cost overrun and said work will resume after contract reviews, while GAO also studies the program with results due by January 10.
Readers report persistent rumors about a three week old incident between a Soviet soldier and a Czech boy at a cafe, claims of a shooting, and mixed beliefs among Americans and Germans about divine favor. The piece notes church leaders urging dialogue, government critique, and social harmony while detailing camp conditions and local perceptions of Soviet presence.
Pasadena Calif A Caltech led student research effort expands from campus complaints to a smog study joining 70 students from 20 colleges A grant of 68250 funds the work The group called Student Research Associates cites high smog costs to homeowners and health indicators and seeks further problems to tackle
The Belle Lions Club marks 25 years with a banquet at the Daniel Boone Hotel. About 120 members and spouses expected. Joseph W. Lawson of Bristol Va will speak. Honorary guests include Walter J. Purdy, Richard H. Ruff, Earl Graves, plus six charter members. Event begins at 1 p.m. Parlors A B and C. Lawson is a former Princeton mayor and Lions official.
Frank Wilkin stands out as a skilled photographer for the paper. He has trained at Kent State University and major photo conferences. He covered Woolworth fire and Air National Guard crash along with other major stories while developing color photography and separations for the paper.
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