05 Sep 1969
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Newspaper
Danville Register
Location
Danville, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1969
Page
1
President C. J. Haggerty warns that reduced construction work will hinder recruitment and training of Black crafts workers. Officials say there is insufficient work to employ more crews, jeopardizing programs aimed at expanding employment opportunities for Negro skilled laborers.
Nixon orders a major reduction in federal construction funds, while AFL-CIO Building Trades seeks to expand minority apprenticeships. Haggerty notes the plan may cripple projects though it could boost skilled Black and minority workers. Outreach earned 3.8 million in federal funds, adding over 1,500 new apprentices in six months. Negroes remain about 4 percent of union apprentices.
The discussion centers on tax relief allocations and house versus administration plans. Kennedy argues the plan includes targeted relief and supports a minimum tax, while critics warn complex changes may arise. The testimony highlights effects on married couples with children, low income filers, and oil industry provisions including depletion allowances and drilling cost write-offs.
In a Virginia campaign event Governor candidate Battle spoke about unifying the Democratic Party and pursuing reforms. He outlined plans on equal employment opportunities, enforcing election laws, consumer protections, and a potential Department of Consumer Affairs. He discussed tax structure reform, antitrust considerations, and free textbooks, while noting uncertainty about a commission and ensuring proper budgeting before adding costs.
Analysis notes two vacancies and a remaining 11 leaders plotting North Vietnam's future. A collective leadership must decide how to pursue unification of the country, with three main schools: military victory under Giap, prolonged low‑level warfare led by Truong Chinh, or negotiated settlement championed by Nguyen Duy Trinh. Ho Chi Minh's death weakens regular‑force advocates but leaves their group numerically strong as the war in the South remains firmly in PAVN hands.
A couple lives a primitive, self sufficient life at a remote Idyllwild lookout. They lack telephone and electricity, rely on gas appliances, and descend by foot when needed. A ranger delivers weekly supplies as Cliff stays at the station with emergency radio.
Police say four terrorists armed with public safety items forced the ambassador from his Cadillac near the downtown embassy, swapped him into a Volk swagen station wagon, and fled, leaving behind a failed explosive and ransom note. The kidnapping occurred near a guarded military barracks as Brazil was under a military ruling triumvirate after Costa e Silva's stroke. The manifesto from MR-8 and National Liberation Action vows retaliation against alleged tortures.
Flood damage along the James River leaves many plants idle for weeks. Railroads face heavy costs with C&O estimating 1.5 million to restore service. Efforts to locate missing persons continue as temporary bridges go up in Nelson and Albemarle counties, with 20 plus more planned. Virginia officials, including Sen. Spong, press congressional data for a flood inquiry.
U S leaders face the Ho Chi Minh era’s end as a Vietnamese political triumvirate of Le Duan Truong Chinh and Pham Van Dong contends with Moscow and Peking. The trio’s future balance remains unsettled amid Tet criticism and shifts in Hanoi’s power structure, with potential tensions shaping South Vietnam policy and regional influence.
Saigon officials and foreign papers scan Ho Chi Minh’s death for signs of political change. Observers cite potential shifts toward triad leadership in North Vietnam, while Thieu warns against unfounded expectations and notes possible disruption in both regions.
U S command disclosed that American and South Vietnamese forces fought a skirmish inside Cambodia after a helicopter was shot down. The clash occurred about 55 miles west of Saigon on Monday, but initial reports were uncertain and required verification.
Reports from Morocco and Cairo describe Libyan leaders asserting Soviet protection while Britain and the US debate intervention. The Cairo paper cites Chouireb remarks as revolutions unfold. a Cambodian border clash and helicopter attack widen regional tensions as Tripoli moves to explain the coup to Arab capitals.
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