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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1972

Page

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Kissinger returns as Viet peace talks show progress

Kissinger flies to Washington after six talks with Thieu as U S and South Vietnam report progress toward settlement in Indochina. Officials note remaining differences while South Vietnam readies for possible cease fire and military leaders prepare for civilian leadership roles if a truce holds.

Saigon Henry A. Kissinger Washington U.S Vietnam Nixon Nguyen van Thieu Kissinger U.S. Army Creighton W. Abrams Thieu

Nader Rating Praises Sparkman Abilities

Ralph Nader's Congress project profiles Sen. John Sparkman deeming him cautious restrained and effective at marshalling support for his aims while voting with the Nixon administration 52 percent in the 91st and 92nd congresses. Lt Gov Beasley backs Sparkman citing power prestige and leadership. Sparkman 73 faces strong Republican challenge from Winton Blount.

Washington (Ap Ralph Nader Congress Project John Sparkman D-Ala Montgomery Jere Beasley U.S. Senate Alabama Sen. Sparkman Senate Sparkman Winton Blount

Arms debate opens at UN as world favors Soviet plan

The UN arms debate begins with about two thirds supporting the Soviet Union proposed world disarmament conference while the United States and China oppose. In Gaza City an Israeli civil servant replaces an Arab mayor, signaling a setback for Arab Jewish coexistence in the Gaza Strip. The American Cancer Society head says a five year survival rate could be achieved for nearly two thirds of cancer patients.

United Nations N.Y U.N Soviet Union United States China Tel Aviv Gaza Strip Strip New York American Cancer Society

Want Ads Spotlight Obsolete Goods Prompting Modern Alternatives

A brief notice invites readers to inspect Want Ads for household goods labeled obsolete. It suggests checking updated listings for modern replacements and better value.

Morgan County School Budget Looks to 1972 73

The Morgan County School System plans a 1972 73 budget of 5.64 million dollars, down from last year’s 6.9 million. Revenue includes 3.32 million state funds plus federal 832 thousand and local taxes 457 thousand and 531 thousand, with other revenues 5.64 million. Unappropriated surplus stands at 635 thousand, funds available noted, page reference A-5.

Morgan County George Nancarrow Decatur City

Thieu Eyes Cease-Fire

A high South Vietnamese official said President Thieu ordered detailed cease-fire plans two weeks ago and is negotiating details with Henry Kissinger. The official added Thieu would likely reject any peace deal giving major political power to the Communists.

Craig R. Whitney New York Times Saigon Nguyen van Thieu Thieu Nixon Henry A. Kissinger

Thieu Urges Cabinet To Oppose Settlement And Coalition

A government official says President Thieu told the cabinet on Saturday to back his stance against a settlement that only halts fighting briefly and to resist any tripartite coalition. Thieu, reported as worried, seeks a united front against the Communists and has pressed officials and deputies in Saigon to stand firm.

Thieu Kissinger Saigon

Decatur Man Charged With Arson After Home Fire

A 27 year old Decatur man Robert Ray Patton was charged with first degree arson and second degree burglary after a break in and fire at 207 8th Ave NW. Stolen items included beverages cigarettes a tool box fishing rod electric scissors oil brake fluid a camera and a portable radio. Fire crews fought the blaze at 11 29 p.m. Saturday causing about 10000 in damages. No injuries were reported.

Decatur 8Th Ave Robert Ray Patton 10Th Ave Johnny Atkins

Nixon Launches Biggest Campaign Week of 1972 Election

President Nixon begins his largest campaign stretch two weeks before election, with stops planned in New York Kentucky and Ohio. McGovern warns a peace settlement near voting day could affect results, while Agnew and Shriver campaign in several states. Nixon schedules events in New York City suburbs including Westchester and Long Island rallies before trips to Kentucky and Ohio.

Nixon New York Kentucky Ohio George McGove Edmund M. Muskie Dmaine New Hampshire John D. Lofton, Jr Spiro T. Agnew Sargent Shriver Agnew Missouri Idaho Utah Shriver Illinois New York City Westchester County Tarrytown Nelson Rockefeller Uniondale Islip Long Island Washington Philadelphia Vietnam McGovern U.S Louis Harris

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