Evacuation of 1000 Americans from Vientiane continues
In Laos, 1000 Americans face withdrawal as 4 planeloads evacuate women and children from Vientiane. Henry Kissinger said the U S presence would be sharply reduced while many husbands and other Americans stay behind. The first chartered Laotian jetliner carried 18 women and 61 children seven hours late due to clearance delays.
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Vientiane
Laos
Savannakhet
Win
Washington
U.S
Bangkok
Henry A Kissinger
Thailand
Sanford J Stone
Saxannakhet
United Nations
Paul Porter
Donald Baxter
Porter
NATO Rejects US plea on Spain NATO membership debate shifts to cooperation
At a NATO meeting in Brussels defense ministers rejected a formal US request for Spain to be acknowledged for its defense contribution. A compromise statement noted Spain’s role had been discussed, amid debate over post Franco membership prospects for Spain. The US seeks broader European arms orders. Portugal’s leftist government pledged loyalty to NATO.
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Brussels
Belgium
NATO
Spain
West
Francisco Franca
Atlantic Alliance
Franco
Britain
Norway
Denmark
Iceland
United States
Portugal
America
James B Schlesinger
Roy
Fire damages Two Rivers home. one person displaced
A two rivers residence suffered extensive fire damage Thursday afternoon due to an upstairs bedroom blaze of undetermined origin. Mrs Kintgen notified authorities at 4 33 pm as firefighters battled smoke and scorch marks on the second floor while the first floor retained smoke damage. The Red Cross offered assistance and relatives cared for the family as neighbors saved clothing and essential items.
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Two Rivers
Robert Kintgen
Watson Rel
Town of
Watson Rd
Manitowoc County
Kintgen
Wilmer Meissner
Town of Two Rivers
Red Cross
Ted Cross
Palestinian guerrillas clash with rightists on Beirut outskirts
In Beirut area conflict rages for a fourth day as Palestinian fighters and Phalangist private guards exchange mortars machine guns and bazookas. Deaths exceed 25 with about 150 wounded as buffer zones fail and crossfire disrupts daily life and trade.
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Beirut
Lebanon
Phalangist
Voigt Sought Exit From Embattled Wisconsin DNR
In Madison the Natural Resources Board eased out secretary Lester Voigt amid ongoing controversy. The board voted to hire a nationwide search for a replacement, saying Voigt would retire in two years at age 62 and remain as advisor until then. Some members implied removal, while Chair Harald Jordahl said no removal occurred. The move follows years of pressure and prior newspaper investigations.
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Lebanon
Israel
Palestine Liberation Movement
Beirut
Middle East
Cairo
al Ahram
Libya
Libyan
Madison, Wis
Lester Voigt
Department of Natural Resources
Natural Resources Board
Harald C Jordahl
Vogt
Voigt
DNR Sec
DMR
DNR
James Wehner
D-Milwaukee
Jordahl
Bargain Ads and DNR Controversy Echo in State News
Classified line lists a 194 Pontiac Catalina for 6800 with contact numbers and a note about cancellation. Separate article notes Voigt resisting retirement amid calls for DNR management reform, with Rep James Wehner criticizing the DNR board and Jordahl noting the resolution reflects its stance and a secretary search tied to the controversy.
State Assembly Adopts Budget Amid Long Caucus Drama
The Wisconsin State Assembly approved a 2.1 billion budget after a record 24 hour session. Democrats shored up votes through caucuses and amendments, keeping open both the Winnebago and Mendota Mental Health Institutes while cutting aid to families and adjusting student tuition. The bill now moves to the Senate with expected amendments and possible further changes.
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Madison
Assembly
Legislative House
Junat
Senate
Lonsuimin
Winnebago
Mendota
Patrick J Luces
Central State Hospital
Waupun
Chidren
Lucey
Luce
University of Wisconsin
LM Board O Regents
Lucex
Oregon School For Girls
Wisconsin Child Center
Sparta
Caucus
Billboard removals vanish under urban area rule
Over three years 821000 signs were taken down along federal aid highways under the highway beautification program supported by federal funds to compensate owners. A 60 foot setback was required, with exemptions for commercial industrial zones. Congress amended the law to bar signs outside urban areas visible from federal highways, forcing large signs to come down.
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Congress
Richard J. Maloy
HTR
Washington Bureau
Secret Sessions iry Republicans
MADISON Wis AP The Democratic controlled Assembly approved a 1975 77 state budget with Republicans furious over secret planning sessions Republicans say closed door budget talks violate the spirit of sunshine laws Democrats defend the caucus meetings as exempt The GOP chairs cite a 200 million hole in the next biennium from one shot funds and warn voters of fiscal gimmicks as they press for openness and budget scrutiny
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Madison
Wis
House
James R Lewis
West Bend
Jesson
Ton
Nevert
Lewis
Central State Hospital
Walter Chilsen
Wausau
GOP
Senate
Chilsen
Kenosha Man Wins $300,000 Lottery Prize
Nels Nelson of Kenosha wins a $300,000 prize in the Thaots state weekly drawing. Nelson, who runs a lawn mower business, plans to use the winnings to expand his mower operation and build a bigger business.
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Kenosha
Chicago
Wisman
Nels Nelson
Green Bay Teachers Cut Ties With WEA Council
Green Bay education leaders voted to sever ties with the Wisconsin Education Association Council, with full membership to vote at area schools next week. In Detroit Milwaukee Mayor Henry Maier gained early vice presidential support from Chicago Mayor Daley and Detroit Mayor Young, who cited urban experience as a factor.
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Green Bay, Wis
Green Bay
Wisconsin Education Association Council
Representat
The
Green Bay Education Association
Detroit
Milwaukee
Henry W. Maier
Coleman Young
Cheago
Richard Daley
Maier
Dales and Young
Ford Senses Era of US Firmness
President Ford said the United States may enter a new era of firmness in facing world problems. He cited actions in the Mayaguez affair as evidence of a shift away from neo isolationism and a willingness to act decisively when needed.
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Ford
Washington
United States
Mayaguez
White House
Rain likely as weekend holiday plans dampen hopes
Forecasters warn of showers and thunderstorms across the state through Tuesday. Lakeshore cities Manitowoc and Two Rivers report humid fog conditions with readings near mid 50s to low 60s as cooler air moves in from the northwest. Highs Saturday expected in the upper 60s to mid 70s with 70s for inland areas and lingering warm southeast.
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Rai
Weather Bureau
Manitow Ag
Door County
Manitowoc
Two Rivers
Lake Midipan
Lake Michigan
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Abe Gut
WEA
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