Major Issue in Presidential War Talks
The article surveys views on Vietnam by Johnson Kennedy McCarthy and Nixon. It cites Johnson stressing military power plus political settlement while Kennedy urges realism and negotiated peace. McCarthy warns against accepting limited gains and calls for decisive action, Nixon advocates a durable peace with self-determination and strong warning against escalation.
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Westmoreland Firepower Policy Draws American Criticism
Critics charge General Westmoreland's strategy relied on massive air and artillery firepower. Observers note infantry, artillery, and air strikes interdependence, with operations expanding to destroy enemy positions and protect allied civilians, while questions rise over civilian casualties and ethical costs in the saturation campaign.
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Abrams Hinted As New Commander Of Viet War
Washington predicts Army General Creighton Abrams could succeed General Westmoreland as Vietnam commander. Officials debate timing and strategy, with critics seizing concerns over casualties and reliance on firepower. Navy shifts and broader war policy discussions surface amid questions about leadership and tactical adjustments.
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Contra Costa Garbage Strike
Martine AP reports the Contra Costa garbage strike disrupts county collections with no residential pickups except emergencies. Local 415 says strikers target “moni lighters” and stoppage affects hospitals and schools, while some cities rely on private dumps and rentals.
Author Edwin O'Connor Dies at 50 in Boston
Edwin O'Connor died yesterday in Boston at age 50. The author was famed for his 1956 novel The Last Hurrah about city politics and won the Pulitzer Prize in 1962 for The Edge of Sadness.
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Army nerve gas blamed in death of Utah sheep
Utah officials and ranchers debate the cause as more than 6,400 sheep die in Skull Valley and surrounding areas. Gov. Rampton and Sen. Moss press for explanations from the Public Health Service and defense agencies about Dugway nerve gas testing conducted March 18 near Skull Valley. Rancher Halehmish suspects gas exposure. Army and officials weigh starvation and chemical poisoning as possible causes.
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