The Zip and its Makers A World of Zippers
The Talon Fastener Company led the global zipper trade from a modest breakage fix to a mass market marvel. Whitcomb Judson and Lewis Walker pioneered the idea, with Gideon Sundback refining the design into the modern zipper. After decades of trials and near bankruptcy, the firm evolved into Talon in 1928, shaping garment fasteners and global use.
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Mitchell attacks Clark as McGovern distances himself
Mitchell criticizes Clark during a volatile exchange with McGovern and Nixon aides. He accuses Clark of being manipulated by a Communist regime and calls for public apology for his behavior. McGovern defends his campaign and accuses Nixon of using attack dogs.
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Russia reports building its first aircraft carrier
UPI reports Adm Elma R. Zummwall Tr testifies to Congress that the Soviet Union is constructing what would be its first aircraft carrier. He says Nikolayev shipyard can leak and launch an aircraft carrier, a milestone for the Soviet fleet and global naval power. The testimony, given in March, reflects U.S. views on carrier strength and world navies.
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Ak Yori Needed for Baby Brian Jr Milk Drive
Mrs Kathy Bedros lan cares for 14 week old Brian Jr who suffers an intestinal disorder and relies on human milk. Earlier many offers to the Freeno family supported milk donations, but now donations have stopped.
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Common Cause targets unions with federal funds in campaign finance probe
Common Cause, pushing to curb corporate political influence, plans to pressure labor unions receiving federal training funds to stop financing campaigns. John W. Gardier will write 49 international unions to verify if they also run political funds tied to government contracts. The move follows TRW’s decision to dissolve an affiliated PAC and return unspent funds to employees after a federal case in Washington.
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Mob Stones Man in Mistaken Assassination Belief
NATROBI Kenya A mob killed a man believed to be attempting to assassinate President Jomo Kenyatta near Nairobi authorities said. Police and Kenya News Agency denied any assassination plot. A second man and a brother of the slain also faced deadly violence as crowds responded to the chaotic scene at a college ceremony.
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McGovern maps plans for campaign push at convention
Democratic candidate George McGovern moves to seize the spotlight of the NixonNomination as the Republican National Convention opens. He plans a Chicago convention focus while Eagleton controversy shifts his running mate search to a Texas ranch meeting with former President Johnson.
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OBrien Warns of Prolonged Probe Delays
Lawrence P. OBrien, former Democratic National Chairman, said the administration will use delaying tactics to keep the five men charged with breaking into the Democratic headquarters from going to trial. He urged appointment of a special prosecutor to ensure justice and public understanding amid Watergate links and Republican conduct.
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