Truck Protest Blocks Delaware Memorial Bridge Traffic
Truck drivers blocked the Delaware Memorial Bridge for seven hours disrupting traffic across the New York Washington corridor. Authorities counted up to 1,000 rigs on the Jersey side with hundreds more on feeder highways. Protesters cited diesel price hikes and proposed 55 mph limits, while police reported no major arrests beyond brief detentions.
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Egyptian Israeli incidents erupt over Suez front
Egypt claimed it shot down an Israeli Phantom over Ismailia as tensions rose on the Suez front. An Israeli spokesman denied the claim while a bus bombing near Tel Aviv injured 15 civilians.
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Year End Time Change Seen
Washington expects most of the nation to return to Daylight Saving Time by December 30 with a Senate House conference settling the date. The Senate voted 68 to 10 to impose a year round energy time plan, effective the fourth Sunday after enactment, with states allowed to exempt themselves if advancing the clock causes undue hardship. The House granted industries 15 days to adjust schedules. Nixon administration argues for fuel savings, experts estimate limited savings. Critics warn of potential crime, accidents, or increased fuel use depending on who is correct.
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Teachers End School Strike In Fennimore Wisconsin
In-service training was held as teachers who ended a two week strike returned to classes Thursday. The Fennimore Education Association and the board ratified a three year contract after a five hour mediation. The agreement includes just cause for dismissal and protects students and staff from retaliation while not including binding arbitration.
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Auto layoffs ease but stretch across Big Three
DETROIT AP Auto industry layoffs from energy woes and parts shortages trigger pay losses for hundreds of workers and possible job cuts. Yet many see holiday respite as they’ll receive up to 95 percent of take home pay via unemployment and SUB benefits under UAW contracts. Some Buick workers worry about a future without small cars while enjoying a week off at near full pay.
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Snow and Rain Mix Across Wisconsin Weather
A dreary mix of snow and rain blankets Wisconsin with northern areas receiving the season’s first heavy snow while the south endures flood-watch conditions. A deep Lake Michigan system brings 1-2 inches more snow in the north with drizzle further south, before partial clearing and few flurries by Thursday as a high pressure ridge moves in.
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Nixon Becomes Millionaire During Office, Lawyers Say
Nixon reportedly increased net worth from 300000 on Jan 1 1969 to 988000 by May 31. Lawyers Kenneth Genmill and H Chapman Rose helped draft reports amid calls for release of income tax returns to support figures.
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Judge Orders Woods Back to Court in Watergate Tapes Case
A federal judge ordered Rose Mary Woods to return to court to explain advice given by White House lawyers before testimony on the Watergate tapes. Judge Sivica sought to expose links between Woods and attorneys for the White House as hearings unfold. Also noted was Samuel Powers testimony and a $100,000 cash donation from Howard Hughes’ attorney to the Senate committee.
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Skylab 3 observes comet Kohoutek from space
SPACE CENTER Houston AP Skylab 3 astronauts begin extensive observations of comet Kohoutek using cameras and instruments as it nears Earth. SAIGON AP North Vietnamese troops threaten Gia Nghia after capturing nearby Kien Duc, the first district capital lost since the January cease fire. COPENHAGEN AP A rightward surge in Denmark's general election triggers the worst political crisis since World War III as voters oust a third of Folketing members. MADISON Wis AP Governor office costs rise sharply, about 5000 percent over a decade, due to the transfer of the Council on Criminal Justice from the attorney general to the governor.
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