Juror Doubts Over Corona Guilty Verdict Seeks New Trial
In Fairfield AP report juror Naomi Underwood says she still doubts the case against Juan Corona and believes he deserves another trial after a 25 count first degree murder conviction. Foreman Ernest Phillips notes initial ballot was 7 to 5 for acquittal after eight days of ballots. Corona faces up to 25 consecutive life terms with sentencing delayed for a post verdict hearing.
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Snowmobile Races Moved To March
The United States Snowmobile Association and Jaycee spokesperson announced the event will shift to March 3 and 4 at the No Bar Riding Club in Columbus. Jaycees hauled 88 tons of snow to the site despite rain threatening to cancel and warned of advertising losses from the postponement.
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South Vietnam Says It Is Ready To Sign Agreement
The South Vietnamese government indicated readiness to accept a peace accord and urged clarifications on cease-fire terms. Foreign Minister Tran Van Lam said big obstacles to cease-fire acceptance are absent, but conditions must be clarified, with no unilateral cease-fire expected tonight. The timing remains uncertain as Tet approaches.
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Inauguration Prep Brings Troops To Washington Weighing Safety
The Pentagon ordered several hundred Army paratroopers and Marines to Washington to stand by for Saturday's inauguration at the request of the Justice Department. Troops, including Marines from Camp Lejeune and MPs from Ft. Bragg and Ft. Meade, will bivouac on federal property as antiwar protesters expected tens of thousands converge. Commanders said deployment timing and use remain undecided, with no immediate plan to employ the force.
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Watergate Memoir Former FBI Agent Warned Of Calls
Washington AP report notes a former FBI agent recounts monitoring Democratic calls for President Nixon. The account places him on a motel balcony as he radioed a warning. Continued on back page with more details.
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Seek Motive For 7 Killings
Police in Washington scan evidence logs and interview witnesses as they seek a motive for a wave of seven killings. Authorities caution the investigation remains preliminary with few confirmed suspects and ongoing forensics.
Soul Food Marsh Rabbits Gunings Reported At Residence
Police say several victims were shot at a home. witnesses saw four to eight men flee rear door. Victims include Bibi Khaalis and Almina Khaalis, ages about 23, with Babi Khalis in critical condition. police label the incident an execution. Authorities note confusion over bodies and suspects as the scene is investigated.
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Defense To Cross-Examine Army Official
Defense attorney Leonard Weinglass opened cross examination questioning whether a 1972 spring offensive plan against South Vietnam was already common knowledge from Tet 1968 coverage. DePuy argued the report could aid a foreign power, while Wheeler’s assessment highlighted Hanoi and South Vietnam would find such information useful for future actions.
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Cars and pedestrians hurt in Seers mishaps
A series of traffic incidents left two people injured as vehicles collided near Seers. Witnesses described screeching brakes and engines revving while officers directed cars to clear the scene. One driver faced charges as authorities investigated—District Justice Pete So noted the case.
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