United States to complete Thailand troop withdrawal
The United States plans to withdraw about 4,000 more troops from Thailand leaving roughly 35,000 American servicemen in the country. A squadron of about 2 EB66 jets used to jam enemy radars will be shipped home. The withdrawal pause earlier was due to Indochina conditions and most exiting personnel are ground troops replaced by Thai workers.
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Prosecutor urges murder verdict in Isaacs case in Georgia
A special prosecutor urged jurors to use common sense as Carl Isaacs, 19, sought the death penalty for slaying six Ned Alday family members in rural Georgia. Isaacs, an escapee, faces possible death if convicted. two co-defendants to face trial next week as Isaacs’ 16 year old brother testified to execution style killings. Isaacs’ trial was set to go to the jury after closing arguments.
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Sun Oil Denies Price Gouging Charges in AP Report
AP dispatches from Philadelphia and Harrisburg describe Sun Oil Co denying price gouging claims by Northeast Petroleum of Boston and Northville Industries Melville NY involving Sun Oil Puerto Rico. The Federal Energy Office probes the complaints as desegregation orders loom for three western Pennsylvania districts due by March 11. Meanwhile Turnpike Commission set to confront legal challenges over Gov Shapp appointees and Republican suit in Commonwealth Court seeks to overturn the appointments.
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Car picnic chef uses engine manifold to cook hot dogs
Nicholson a UNC doctoral student cooked hot dogs and beans on his car manifold for a picnic lunch. He wrapped the food in triple aluminum foil and secured it with picture-hanging wire, inspired by a pamphlet on hood cooking. Also announced: new telephone link between South Africa and Afghanistan by the postmaster general.
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Survey Shows Layoffs Likely If Fuel Cut
Harrisburg AP A survey of 25 manufacturers in the state indicates most would lay off workers and cut production if fuel supplies are cut by 10 percent. Gov Shapp said some could withstand a 25 percent reduction before closing, while others would be forced to shut with any cut. He announced Commerce Department questionnaires to all manufacturers to assess fuel problems and criticized energy regulations as redundant and unclear. He cited confusion over fuel needs for farmers the elderly ill and emergency requirements of local governments and snow removal.
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Erie School Aides File Suit In Firings
Five former Erie school district administrators filed suit to regain jobs lost in last month’s upheaval. Attorney Thomas Ridge asked the Erie County Court to force formal hearings and to require the board to list reasons for the dismissals. The suit names Dr. William E. Bryan, Louis Necci, D. Sherwood Jones, William Cohen, and Raymond Chisholm. The board, citing an economy move, had fired or reassigned top officials on December 1, and also announced applications for the superintendent post held by Dr. Robert LaPenna, contract expiring in spring.
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Skylab Flight Faces Early Hurdles and Refocused Crew
The Skylab 3 mission crew led by Gerald Carr reports progress after early glitches including a gyroscope issue and gas use, crediting improved ground-crew communication and tighter schedules. Carr and crewmates William Pogue and Edward Gibson describe gains in efficiency and a shift in perspective, while addressing a vomiting incident that led to a reprimand. Separately, Pennsylvania lottery results list several winning numbers and bonuses.
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