Better U S China relations hoped for
Washington officials, buoyed by Beijing's interest in resuming talks after a 23 month gap, expect discussions on U S Chinese issues to restart in Poland within weeks. Rogers hints talks could ease trade and travel limits as Stoessel meets Lei Yang in Warsaw, signaling a cautious shift toward practical diplomacy.
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Defense Bill Faces Big Fight Before Christmas
The defense appropriations bill totaling 69.3 billion dollars faces action starting Monday and could spark a clash over Nixon's Safeguard anti ballistic missile program. Sen. J. W. Fulbright vows extended discussion into the coming year, arguing many issues have been postponed. The Senate Appropriations Committee approved 27 billion for the Pentagon.
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Police, Students Clash On Wisconsin U. Campus
About 250 antiwar demonstrators clashed briefly with campus police at the University of Wisconsin Madison as protests continued nationwide. Police repelled marchers with chemical spray. two officers injured, four students arrested.
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OEO Gets New Life In House
In Washington the House extended the life of the Office of Economic Opportunity after a surprise vote. A substitute measure to turn administration over to the states was defeated 231 to 163, followed by a 276 to 117 vote approving a two year extension. Backers argued state control would weaken antipoverty efforts while the Nixon administration opposed the measure.
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Americans Die In Three Viet Cong Patrol Encounters Near Saigon
Near the Cambodian border south of Saigon three U.S. Army patrols from the 11th Infantry Division were ambushed or came under fire. Six Americans were killed and nine wounded in the clashes near Thep Hoa as aerial missions and ground forces fought Vietnamese forces. In the Mekong Delta 20 Viet Cong were reported killed as U.S. casualties were one dead and two wounded. Viet Cong sapper forces blown bridges on National Highway 4, disrupting delta supply access.
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Pittsburgh students allege draft lottery stacked by pattern
Three University of Pittsburgh students using computer and statistical analysis say the draft lottery results show a pattern suggesting stacking. They observed many December birthdays drawn early and January to March dates late, claiming capsules were arranged by month in order before drawing. A Selective Service spokesman denied stacking.
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Inflation Blamed For Weak Christmas Sales Across Nation
Department stores report disappointing holiday receipts with inflation cited as the main cause. Shoppers describe limited purchases despite higher prices, while executives note some gains from price rises rather than volume. Officials warn the critical week of December 19 could determine the season’s final outcome.
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Sunday Reading on Davidson miller and 60s shifts
Mac Myers, among the last of a disappearing breed, is an independent sawmill operator featured in the Sunday Enterprise. The piece reflects on America’s 1960s change, from Kennedy’s hope to riots, youth revolt, and Vietnam, alongside a Sunday What's New for Christmas report. It notes rockets powered by their own propel lants and gift-wrapping services in High Point stores.
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Jury Laughs Break in Chicago Trial of 1968 Rioting Conspiracy
In Chicago the jury in the conspiracy to promote rioting trial of seven men begins to laugh during the defense phase. Poets Allen Ginsberg testified, reading poems on sexuality and homo sexuality, delivering an Indian prayer chant and saying Aum to calm crowds at Lincoln Park during the convention.
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