Nixon unveils eight point Vietnam peace plan tests by envoys critics
President Nixon disclosed a secret eight point offer for U.S. pullout in exchange for prisoner releases and a new South Vietnamese election. Kissinger has pursued Paris talks while critics at home question the plan. Hanoi reportedly rejected a prior pullout deadline and press urged withdrawal timelines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Gulick
Washington
Nixon
Vietnam
U.S
South Vietnam
Nguyen van Thieu
Henry A
Kissinger
Paris
Hanoi
White House
William Porter
Thieu
U.s.-Saigon
Indochina
Saigon
Hanoi Rejects Nixon Peace Plan as Inadequate
North Vietnam radio in Hong Kong declared President Nixon s Vietnam proposals unacceptable for not ending Vietnamization nor calling for full withdrawal of support from South Vietnamese leader Nguyen Van Thieu. The broadcast labeled the bid nothing new and offered no concessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hong Kong
Radio
Hanoi
Nixon
Vietnam
Nguyen van Thieu
North Vietnamese Radio
Paris
United States
U.S
North Vietnam
Saigon
Nixon announces six month withdrawal plan from Vietnam
AP chart tracks US troop withdrawal in South Vietnam as Nixon says all troops could leave within six months if North Vietnam frees American POWs and agrees to a ceasefire, while Hanoi reiterates rejection of US plans and demands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Nixon
U.S
South Vietnam
Vietnam
North Vietnam
Indochina
Overseas reaction mostly favorable to Nixon plan
Allies welcomed the proposal but some Southeast Asian allies urged caution. Thailand's Pete Sarasin called it a reasonable move to end the conflict but warned ceasefire terms must include noninterference guarantees. A Cambodian spokesman backed withdrawal deadlines and elections but stressed large troop removal is needed before any peace. Noboru Takeshita said the plan could enable a settlement. Thieu touted broad political participation in elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Nixon
U. S
Pete Sarasin
Thailand
Executive Council
Indochina
South Vietnam
U.S
Thieu
Noboru Takeshita
Eisaku Sato
Japan
Ford 2 Ton Pickups Wanted in Decatur Daily Ad
Mr James D Bentley seeks a 1970 Ford 2 ton pickup in excellent condition with low down payment options. At least 9 more buyers responded to similar requests, indicating demand for 2 ton short wheelbase models. Down payment $250, payments arranged. ad promotes fast action classifieds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James D. Bentley
Pennylane
Decatur Daily Want
FORD
Fire at Hurok office kills two in suspected bombing
Briefs report a flash fire at impresario Sol Hurok's office killing two people amid an anonymous call claiming an incendiary bombing to protest Soviet Jewish conditions. Cincinnati blaze destroys the Green Home for the Aged, nine dead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Impressario
Sol Hurok
Soviet Union
Cincinnati, Ohio
Green
Cincinnati
Bryant Eyes Reelection in Morgan County Vote
Morgan County Tax Collector Price M. Bryant, 65, will seek reelection for a fourth six year term in the 1972 democratic primary. Appointed in 1954 to fill a vacancy, Bryant has served since 1955 and cites growing tax collections from nearly $800,000 to over $3 million. He lives at 1808 7th St. SE with wife Rachel and daughter Kay, a Morgan County High School teacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morgan County
Price M. Bryant
Bryant
Gordon Persons
Luther Roberts
Massey
7Th St. SE
Rachel
Kay
Morgan County High School
Karen Walker
Bloomington
Ind
Publicity Map Omits Alabama Attractions Provoking Protest
The State Highway Department and State Bureau of Publicity faced criticism after a highway map and tourist book omitted several North Alabama attractions. Alabama Mountain Lakes Association leaders voted to protest and may seek withdrawal and reprinting. Senator Gene McLain plans talks with officials over the omissions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Highway Department
State Bureau of Publicity and Information
North Alabama
Alabama
Wheeler Wildlife Refuge
Sequoyah Caverns
Richwood Caverns
Guntersville Caverns
Hurricane Creek Park
Rock
On This Date in 1942 Troops Arrive in Europe
The first American Expeditionary Force arrived in Europe during World War II. Troops were landed in northern Ireland as the date noted. Weather outlook shows a 30 percent chance of rain, with high near the mid 60s and a low of around 40s tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Northern
Ireland
Central State Eyes Mortgage Company Purchase Plan
Central State National Corp through State National Bank of Alabama and Central Bank and Trust Co plans a long range move to buy a mortgage firm to offer financing under one roof. President Harry B. Brock Jr notes inquiries have been made into a Birmingham company though details and timing remain uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central State National Corp
State National Bank of Alabama
Decatur
Central Bank and Trust Co
Birmingham
Harry B. Brock Jr
Brock
Collateral Investment Co
Also Mentioned on This Page
George McGovern
J. W. Fulbright
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Jacob K. Javits
R-N.y
Dept. of Detense
Sherwood Stewart
Decatur Junior Service League
Austin High School
Gary Wilhite
Frigidaire Sales & Service
Robinson Furniture
Second Avenue
Decatur Daily
Athens
Dial
THE
Bryant Eyes
Winford Turner
Lee
Ad Sports
Ad Financial
Tennessee Valley
Central State Studies Mortgage Company
Colume
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!