One Survivor Plucked From Raft In Choppy Waters
A freight carrier Daniel v Merrell split in Lake Huron amid a blizzard. Twelve bodies were recovered and 20 crew members remained missing as Coast Guard crews searched a 400 square mile area. Dennis Slate survived after being plucked from a raft eight miles northeast of Harbor Beach.
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Tax boost may hinge on Fed pledge for easier money
Washington AP reports President Johnson’s tax increase decision could depend on Fed currency policy and credit ease for business. Sources say a firm Fed agreement to easier money may accompany any tax proposal, with housing and employment-creating sectors in focus amid earlier rate hikes that tightened credit. The outlook includes Social Security steps and selective program savings, aiming to avoid deep cuts while prioritizing future expansions.
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U S Forces Kill 64 Communists End Four Day Lull
U S ground and air forces began a new sweep near Saigon after a four day lull. 64 communists killed, Australian troops casualty free. In air actions, F105 Thunderchiefs silenced antiaircraft radar sites near Hanoi. An artillery shelling near Tan Uyen wounded villagers. Viet Cong atrocity reported in Mekong delta prison camp. four civilians killed, 14 freed. Page 11-A VIET NAM.
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Ten Prisoners Escape From Jail In Petersburg
Ten prisoners escaped from Peters burg city jail after a guard threat with a razor. One juvenile returned voluntarily within two hours and was recaptured. Charles Lovely was captured on State Rt 36. Eight others fled in a stolen taxi and remain at large.
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Dismissal Of State Hospital Official Explained As Disharmony
In Richmond the suspension of Western State Hospital superintendent Dr James H Druff was described as a matter of disharmony by Dr Hiram W Davis commissioner of mental hygiene The Neuropsychiatric Society of Virginia defended Druff citing his criticism of board policy Republican lawmakers joined in arguing the discharge reflects broader policy clashes and a pushback against progress in mental health The board confirmed the decision noting it followed department recommendations and Druffs tenure ends January 1
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Budget estimates point to a 140 billion dollar federal outlay
In Austin, AP reports experts warn the new federal budget arriving in January could total about 140 billion dollars with 127 to 130 billion dollars projected for the current year ending June 30. Receipts may reach around 117 billion, bolstered by defense spending and higher interest costs. President Johnson's Texas visit notes him working from the new Federal Office Building, seeking privacy and efficiency.
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Surgeon Denied Hospital Access in Medicare Forms Battle
Mount Vernon Ohio AP report. Dr Thomas Prescott fights Medicare rules after being denied access to Memorial and Mercy hospitals. He argues denial infringes rights and blocks care for patients. The setback stems from administrative objections tied to Medicare procedures.
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Kiesinger Wins SPD Endorsement to Become West German Chancellor
Bonn West Germany Kurt Georg Kiesinger cleared the final hurdle to succeed Ludwig Erhard as chancellor after Christian Democrats backed him. Erhard stepped down and a grand coalition with the Social Democrats was formed. Willy Brandt named vice chancellor and foreign minister. The Bundestag vote approved the coalition 126 to 53.
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Justice Department reviews cases tied to electronic bugging
The Justice Department announced an extensive review of all cases possibly affected by illegally obtained evidence from electronic eavesdropping. The move, disclosed in a Supreme Court filing by Joseph F Schipani, aims to identify prior instances where such material may have influenced prosecutions and ensure rights were not violated. Ramsey Clark circulated a notice urging caution that no investigation proceed with tainted evidence.
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California Solon Moves Against Powell Over Contempt
California congressman said he will attempt to block Rep. Adam Clayton Powell from taking his seat in the new Congress unless Powell quits defying New York state courts. Rep. Lionel Van Deerlin condemned Powell for contempt tied to a libel judgment, and said notice would be given so others may decide their course.
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Johnson to seek consensus government after election results
President Johnson digesting election returns plans to push a consensus government. In Austin he cited consulting 34 key lawmakers before pledging three million dollars in seven months cuts. Senate Republican Dirksen urged cautious continued economy moves while House leaders pledged support. Mansfield said joint leadership would back Johnson’s spend-line cuts. See ANALYSIS, Page 10-A.
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Weather Readings From Station atop Register Building Virginia and North Carolina
Partly cloudy in Virginia on Thursday with highs in the 30s in mountains and low 30s east. Friday shows fair skies in the east with increasing clouds and possible snow by night in the west. Continued cold. North Carolina remains cold with clear to partly cloudy skies through Friday and a chance of light snow flurries in the mountains Thursday. Highs in the mountains 30s, 40s-50s elsewhere. lows around 20 in mountains to near 32 along the coast. Downtown log notes show Wednesday evening temperatures near 37-39 with westerly winds and calm conditions.
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