Viet Cong Dependence on Conscription Grows in Vietnam
A Saigon survey based on interviews with about 400 Communist prisoners and defectors in 1965 finds Viet Cong morale deteriorating under intensified U S and South Vietnamese pressure. The report notes less popular support in the countryside, growing defections, and a belief that the war is stalemated. It cites air raids and blockades as damaging to Viet Cong morale while acknowledging disciplined cadres and ongoing recruitment challenges.
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Saigon
South
Viet Nam
U.S
Mvoc 2 & Suufce OS
Guam
Cate
North Viet
Nam
Vance
South Viet Nam
March Draft Call Sets 32,900 Men for Viet Nam War
The Defense Department announced a March draft call for 32,900 men, up from 29,400 in February but below January’s 38,280 and December’s 45,229. The call covers 27,000 Army and 5,000 Marine Corps. Navy and Air Force figures were not specified. By April 15, forms must be returned or refunds sought, with tax returns due.
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Thelmands
Viet Nam
Defense Department
Volun
Selective Service
Cine
Febru
Army
Raleigh
Marine Corps
Department of Revenue
Navy
Air Force
Selective Services
Deia
Dior shows restrained evolution in new fashion collection
AP fashion writer notes Christian Dior under Marc Bohan kept changes modest with hemlines rising slightly and waistlines lowered. The show opens with bold red, blue, and white motifs then shifts to softer yellows greens with color-blocked jackets, silk tunics, and chiffon ensembles.
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Jean Sprain Wilson
Pretty Girls
Paris
House of Dior
Christian Dior
I 5 Uy Laroche
Marc Bohan
Roels
Tao
Mystery bug hits thousands of British children
Health authorities in Britain hunt to identify a mystery bug blamed for tens of thousands of sick children and at least two deaths in Scotland and Bristol. The illness, nicknamed the blackboard bug, spreads in schools with influenza B hints amid doubled adult absence. Doctors warn the worst may be ahead though the illness lasts about a week with no lasting effects.
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London
Britain
Scotland
Dundee
Bristol
City Health Department
South Gloucestershire
Joseph Walker
Leyand
Lancashire
Sing
Feud Settled at Celina Jail Standoff Ends
In Celina Tennessee a feud between Miss Oppie Reneau and Sheriff Ross Boles over the 96 year old jail ends. The sheriff keeps four prisoners until the new jail opens and Oppie gains an extended deadline to tear down the old jail. The auction price for the jail was 35 dollars. The four inmates remain, free to roam town at times, with the bar and coal stove inside.
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Celina
Tern
Cumberland Mountains
Miss Oppie
James Reneau
Bastille
Reneans
Bates
Gabby Greer
Sherif
Death by own action ruled in pistol death of retired Marine
Virginia Beach police ruled the death of Col. James Ruel Christensen a self inflected pistol wound. The 49 year old was found on a Baylake Beach lawn with a SS caliber pistol in his hand. Christensen recently learned of a severe heart condition while seeking federal employment in Washington and had been advised to report to Portsmouth Naval Hospital. He was a native of Heber City Utah and husband of Edith White Christensen.
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Virginia Beach
James Ruel Christensen
Thoroughgood Drive
Baylake Beach
Christensen
Washington
Portsmouth Naval Hospital
Heber City
Utah
Edith White
James Lauar
Leora Tys Christensen
Salt Lake City
Standard Deduction Rules For Taxpayers Explained
The article explains three deduction methods for federal income taxes: standard, minimum standard, and itemized deductions. It notes the standard deduction usually equals 10 percent of income, the minimum standard targets average or large families, and itemizing benefits those with substantial deductions. Examples show choosing between methods depends on total deductions and income, with tables aiding calculations.
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Kelly
Bea
My. Brown
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