First Universal Emperor Shih Huang-ti and the Qin unification
The text recounts Shih Huang-ti's quest to end wars and unify China under the Qin dynasty. It covers standardization, suppression of scholars, the Great Wall's construction, and the long-term impact, noting the emperor’s death and the brief rise of a peasant leader who founded a lasting dynasty.
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Israeli troops kill three Arab guerrillas near border
Israeli troops killed three Arab guerrillas near Akibbule on the Israeli-Lebanese frontier and exchanged mortar fire. No Israeli casualties were reported. Later, guerrillas in Lebanon fired mortars near Menorah as Israel returned fire. Estimates place 2,000 to 3,000 guerrillas inside Lebanon.
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Regents Approve Sandhills Site for Laboratory in McPherson
LINCOLN UPI The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved recommendations for selecting a 3280 acre site in McPherson County as the Sandhills Agricultural Laboratory site. The facility will operate as part of the North Platte Station.
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Turmoil Afoot for Demo Convention Delegates
Washington UPI reports looming turmoil over seating delegates if McCarthy or Wallace lead third party efforts. A reform commission backs a pledge barring delegates from publicly supporting non party nominees, risking removal for Wallace or McCarthy backers.
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