Debate Opens on Direct Election of President
Washington AP The Senate debates a constitutional amendment to elect the president by direct popular vote after House approval 339 to 70. President Nixon supported the plan, but Bayh warned odds are against passage this year and a 1972 deadline looms. House set Jan 20 for ratification, Senate deadline April 15.
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Jittery Bandits Flee After Robbery Attempt
Two armed men wearing masks tried to rob Valley Lunch on Route 8 between Oil City and Rouseville early Saturday. They forced entry by breaking a screen door, but fled when two customers and four employees stood their ground. Margaret Sabina and Cecelia F. George were present as the would‑be victims.
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County Fair Sets Attendance Record at Erie County Fair
The 86th Erie County Fair ended Saturday night with The Big Parade drawing a record 15,000 attendees. Traffic jams and full parking marked the event as organizers plan for more parking next year.
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Egyptian Cairo Calls U.S. Israeli Cease-Fire Claims a Cover
Egyptian leaders in Cairo denounce U.S. and Israeli charges of cease-fire violations as masking Israeli actions. Al Ahram warns of an imminent Israeli offensive near the Suez Canal. Egypt reports missile moves and site construction in the truce zone. Tass accuses Israel of stalling talks. UK and U.S. officials react with concern over halted negotiations.
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