Vietnam Veterans React To Cease Fire Announcement
Veterans nationwide react with mixed feelings to the cease-fire. Walter Humphrey, 43, says he is thrilled it's over after 2.6 million served, while others like Ronald Sondria question lasting peace and wartime gains. Twin brothers Richard and Ronald Sondria from Hawaii lost legs in Da Nang fighting, and others recall Tet, Mekong Delta actions and Cambodian incursion as they assess the outcome.
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Associated Press
Walter Humphrey
Vietnam
Richard
Ronald Sondria
Pahoa
Hawaii
da Nang
Ronald
Marvin Ronald Hargette
Monroe
N.C
Air Force
Seward Bailey
San Francisco
James Palmer
Salt Lake City
Palmer
Mekong
U.S
Cambodia
Johnson funeral rites honor President with world reach
A day of national tribute filled Capitol corridors as Johnson lay in state in Independence and Washington. Presidents Nixon and Hum prey led mourners while foreign leaders pledged high level delegations. The Spirit of 76.7 plane carried the casket, and eulogies praised Johnson’s relentless drive and impact on both domestic policy and the world stage.
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iRusk
Lyndon the Liberator
Lyndon Johnson
Rusk
Congress
Wiich
Ask
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Israel
Zalman Shazar
Canada
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Japan
Eisaku Sato
Britain
Trade and Industry
Peter Walker
Germany
Georg Leber
Kurt. Kiesinger
Texas
Washington
Vietnam
Austin
Tex
John F. Kennedy
Air Force One
United States of America
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Huey
Independence
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Truman
Judge Rules Republicans Had No Right To Bug Dem HQ
In a Watergate trial ruling Judge John J. Sirica stated Republicans have no right to bug Democratic telephones or break into Democratic National Committee offices. He noted the RNC is a political organization and argued such conduct is unacceptable regardless of party. The defense sought to justify McCord's actions amid fears of violence from radical groups.
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Republican National Committee
U.S
John J. Sirica
Sirica
Gerald Alch
Aich
James W. McCord Jr
Democratic Party
Alch
McCord
Nixon
Democratic National Committee
Watergate
Indochina Cease-Fire Looms With Fresh Communist Push
Reports say 147 North Vietnamese killed, 11-37 South Vietnamese casualties, and 1 civilian death with 25 wounded as a new attempt to regain footholds in South Vietnam unfolds. Thieu vows no peace guarantee while U.S. and allied bombing tapers. advisers may begin pulling out ahead of the truce deadline. Maj. Jere K. Forbus avoided questions on remaining air and advisory standdown.
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Cambodia
South Vietnam
Mekong
Thieu
U.S
Quang Tri
Jere K. Forbus
Vietnam
Haiti Freezes Ransom Drive as Envoy Is Freed
In Port au Prince negotiators led by President Duvalier secured the release of the 64 year old U S envoy after gunmen demanded half a million dollars in ransom. The captors agreed to release the ambassador and 12 prisoners after all night talks with mediation by foreign ambassadors.
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State Department
United States
William P. Rogers
Charles W. Bray
Port Au Prince
Air Haiti
Mexico
Jean-Claude Duvalier
Knox
Fritz Cineas
Cease-fire agreed as Vietnam talks press ahead
The cease-fire pact bans violations of the 17th parallel demilitarized zone and limits forces in South Vietnam. Talks foresee elections organized by a National Council of National Reconciliation with Communist and neutralist representation. World reactions range from cautious optimism to concerns about future political struggles. Fighting persists in Saigon with a tightened curfew as negotiations continue.
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National Council of National Reconciliation
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United States
Soviet Union
China
Kurt Waldheim
United Navas
Hahn Commission proposals aim to fund regional roads
The plan would use a gasoline tax earmarked for road building and mass transit to create planning districts in Virginia. Supporters say it eases rural tax sting and helps Northern Virginia traffic, while opponents warn of eroding local self government. The Hahn Commission led by T. Marshall Hahn Jr. backs regional projects with local concurrence. The Senate passed a wiretap bill, awaiting House action.
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Roanoke
Norfolk
Richmond
Hahn Commission
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Virginia Tech
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Virginia
POWs and Red Cross role in Vietnam ceasefire terms
Kissinger outlined that 380 American POWs are acknowledged by Hanoi while the agreement binds signatories to assist in locating MIAs and graves. Within 15 days two or more Red Cross societies will inspect sites where prisoners are held. U S critics say Hanoi blocks Red Cross access. POWs will be released after the ceasefire, with Vietnamese releases handled separately. POWs go to Clark Field in the Philippines for medical and intelligence debriefings.
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Kissinger
International Commission of Control and Supervision
Red Cross
United States
Long
International Red Cross
U.S
Hanoi
Indochina
Clark Field
Philippines
Met
U S Trade Deficit Near End Of Year Sets Record
Washington AP reports the United States closed 1972 with a record trade deficit of 6.4 billion dollars, more than triple 1971, as imports totaled 55.5 billion and exports 49.1 billion. The deficit, the century’s second, includes 15 straight red months and Japan topples with over 4 billion in negative trade. Western Europe, Canada, and developing nations also contribute to the shortfall amid devaluation impacts and policy debates. The administration seeks to use the world monetary system to reverse the trend and lessen border barriers amid labor concerns over jobs.
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United States
Commerce Department
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Department
Politics and Vietnam Cease Fire Details Raise Questions
The article discusses GOP dynamics with Richard Ohben shain urging a Trump like nomination, Holton signaling support for the Republican nominee, and Senor Virginia leaders weighing the path. It also outlines Kissinger's remarks on Saigon's view of the Vietnam accord, the status of the Viet Cong, and the 17th parallel as a temporary boundary while Saigon seeks full reunification without coercion.
Holton hints at 1968 run as Godwin support grows
Holton signaled enthusiasm for Gov Robert Godwin’s bid and left open the possibility of seeking the party’s nomination himself. He defended Miller after a district case and highlighted security upgrades at Lorton Prison, including 100 new guards by Feb. 1. He also pitched a bill to consolidate Virginia environmental agencies, aiming to make the state a national leader.
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