France Almost Won Atomic Bombs in Indochina War
Aviation Week reports that the United States offered France four atomic bombs in 1984 for a Dien Bien Phu battle plan. Premier Laniel allegedly accepted with reservations, but Gen Navarre advised against use due to unknown effects on troops. The episode spurred France’s push for an independent nuclear force and later developments.
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Aviation Week
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U.S
Paris
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Indochina
Navarre
Mendes-France
Judge rejects effort to block nuclear test
A federal judge ruled against a coalition of scientists environmentalists and antiwar groups seeking to delay the Cannikin underground nuclear test planned for October in Alaska The court found the test would meet laws and treaties and delaying it could threaten national security The case now proceeds to appeal to the D C Circuit
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UPI
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Pontiac Buses Bombed Amid School Desegregation Tensions
Explosives damaged Pontiac Michigan school buses amid a desegregation program. Incendiary devices were found, while other regions brace for broader busing plans. Nationwide protests continue as courts handle appeals and state leaders urge limits on forced integration.
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Witnesses say My Lai was probed in court martial
Three prosecution witnesses testified that Cal Oran K. Henderson the former commander of the 11th Infantry Brigade in Vietnam did try to investigate the My Lai incident. They described Henderson questioning soldiers after the operation and discussing civilian casualties.
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New York City
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Chicago
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Medina trial contempt denied in My Lai case
Former Medina command member Frederick Witmer, who invoked the Fifth Amendment despite immunity, was temporarily protected from contempt of court in Medina’s court martial. Col Kenneth Howard had held Witmer in contempt after Witmer refused to testify on village killings at My Lai. The prosecution sought use of Witmer’s testimony to prove Medina’s knowledge and orders to stop killings.
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State fiscal ruling awaited as California decision sparks debate
A national group of lawyers taxpayers and officials anticipate a landmark ruling on school finance echoing California’s high court decision. The case links wealth to education quality, suggesting reform could shift funding from richer to poorer districts and aid desegregation efforts.
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New York
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Alioto trial jurors may be asked about political views
King County Superior Court judge Ahige Donald Gaines ruled juror questioning may cover political activity due to the high profile nature of the defendants. Defense proposal to ask if jurors heard or read that the suit was instigated by Gov. Dan Evans or AG Slade Gorton was rejected. The civil trial against Alioto and others is set for Sept. 20 in Clark County, after a state Supreme Court venue transfer. The defendants seek a delay pending a federal probe and appeals.
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Alinta
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9Th Circuit Court of Appeals
Judges tour jail scene ends with brief jail stay
A five judge group led by District Court Judge Mar old W Schultz staged a mock jail seminar at Reno City Jail. They were jailed for about 30 minutes and later released after an improvised trial. The trip aimed to show how prisoners experience delays and lack of communication. ACLU officials called for better inmate information and facilities.
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St Paul
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Rina City
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No time to be afraid tiger trainer attacked in Cincinnati show
Wild animal trainer Guy Gossing completed the last 10 minutes of a Cincinnati show with blood streaming from claw wounds inflicted by Sahib a Royal Bengal tiger The two-and-a-half year old male tore the left side of his face as Gossing guided ring tigers through their act His wife Georgette helped wipe the scratches and the crowd of 1000 gave a standing ovation after the performance
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Conspiracy Charged in Policeman Killing in San Francisco
Police say two or more gunmen fired into Ingleside Station front desk area wounding a woman and killing desk sergeant John V. Young 41. A lone gunman fled through a fence hole after officers fired buckshot into walls and doors. no arrests yet as probe continues.
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