Asia and Mideast diplomacy seen as Soviet aim
Washington observers forecast stepped up Soviet diplomacy in Asia and the Middle East after the Tashkent mediation. Experts say Moscow seeks to detach southern border states from U.S. ties and counter Chinese influence while exploiting U.S. Viet Nam preoccupations. Shastri’s death may delay Kashmir settlement but Kosygin’s triumph stands.
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Westmoreland orders 78 hour Vietnam Tet cease fire
General Westmoreland directed all American troops to stop firing for 78 hours from noon Thursday to 6 p.m. Sunday in observance of Tet. South Korean Australian and New Zealand units follow similar quiet periods. The halt surpasses Christmas cease fire but is shorter than the Viet Cong four day truce. In Saigon no immediate fighting was seen before the holiday.
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Local events and political bids in Decatur area
The town diary notes a Fred Waring musical event on January 24 and an Altrusa Club meeting at 848 Sherman St. on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. In state politics sheriff Dick Fleming and Rep. Tom Drake announce runs in the Democratic primary for May, Fleming seeking to retain Morgan County sheriff and Drake contesting Cullman and Marshall counties House seats.
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Jets Collide Over Spain Refueling Crash In Mediterranean
Two U S Air Force jets collided during midair refueling off the Spanish coast near Almeria. Eleven crewmen were aboard with five rescued as officials from the Sixth U S Air Force near Madrid identified the planes as B52 bombers.
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Eye School Tie Urges Horton For Study Of Consolidation
Sen Ed Horton urged Limestone County leaders to consider consolidating the two school systems. He said he will likely ask the State Board of Education to conduct a complete survey to study feasibility. The statement followed the board's release of two par indicates more details on page 2.
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Markets At A Glance
New York stocks rise amid heavy trading while bonds ease. Cotton gains as Wheat weakens in Chicago trade. Corn and oats slip, soybeans fall in nearby months. Hogs hold steady to 25 cents lower, top at 30 dollars. Slaughter steers steady to 25 cents lower, top 28.29.
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NEA Officials Report Pressure on Public Schools
A commission of the National Education Association says public schools faced rising pressure and harassment over the past three years. The John Birch Society is named as the main troublemaker, while also appearing at No 20 on a list of groups deemed helpful to schools. The report notes increased censorship and criticism of school books since 1962.
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Arrests Spread Across U.S. Colleges In Sex and Drug Probes
Police report more than 30 students from about a dozen colleges detained on licit sex and narcotics charges. Raids in Akron Columbus Norman and Oklahoma University areas linked to professional dope networks. Michigan details include six students and six campus hangers-on cited in probes.
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Nigerian Army Seizes Control After Coup Attempt
Nigerian Army commander Maj. Gen. Aguiyi Ironsi declared himself temporary head of state and chief of armed forces in Lagos after a failed coup. He suspended the constitution and top civilian officials including Prime Minister Balewa and President Azikiwe, as Balewa and the finance minister were reportedly kidnapped.
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Decatur Weather Forecast Sees Cold Sunny Day Ahead
The Decatur area will see continued cold weather with sunshine today. High around 36 degrees, low tonight near 17, and no rain or snow expected. Warmer but cloudy conditions on Tuesday may push temperatures to about 40 degrees.
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Enon Minister Burned in Sunday Church Explosion
The 31 year old Rev Wayne Penn of Enon Baptist Church suffered first and second degree burns to a quarter of his body in an explosion at the Lawrence County church around 5 30 p m Sunday He was listed in fair condition at Black Chandler Hospital in Hartselle with burns on his face hands and legs Marvin Penn father of the minister said the blast followed a failed lighting of a butane heater after gas leaked into the room and a match sparked the explosion knocking out a window and a door from their hinges
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Judge Studies Boulden Case
In Montgomery, U.S. District Judge Frank M. Johnson Jr. will review a habeas corpus petition filed after the Alabama attorney generals office answered parents claims. The petition postpones the scheduled May 1, 1963 execution of Billy Don Franklin Boulden for the Morgan County murder. The judge will set a hearing date or dismiss, paving the way for the death sentence.
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Wea ver Confirmed as Housing and Urban Development Secretary
The Senate approved President Johnson's nomination of Robert C. Weaver to join the Cabinet as secretary of Housing and Urban Development. Alabama Atty. Gen. Richmond Flowers called the Selma march incident an unwarranted police attack that spurred Congress to pass the Voting Rights Act. The Supreme Court opened debate on the constitutionality of the 1965 Voting Rights Act, pitting the federal government against much of the South.
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Ewing Applies For Post As Athens College Proxy
Athens College seeks a new president as Ed Ewing Gov Wallace's press secretary among several applicants. R. Carl Martin says the committee will review all applications and select the best qualified person while accepting more applications.
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Athens College
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Ed Ewing
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Quickies by Ken Reynolds Daily Want
Ken Reynolds writes a brief column titled Quickies in the Daily Want section, teasing readers with short notes and light commentary on topics and items of daily interest.
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