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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1971
Page
10
The writer recalls turning another year, mixing philosophy with humor. He notes learning breeds more questions, enjoys memories of family, friends, and past joys, and rejects ego in favor of gratitude. He reflects on life’s trials, wealth, and the value of people, ending with a preference for births over birthdays.
U S fighter bombers renewed attacks on ground to air missiles in North Vietnam as military spokesmen reported nine Americans killed and 39 wounded in South Vietnam. The report noted large ground casualties in 24 hours and described efforts to reopen Route 4 in Cambodia while clashes intensified along the demilitarized zone.
A 12 month USC study funded by the Western Oil and Gas Association found the Santa Barbara Channel blowout caused little permanent marine damage. Led by Dale Straughan, investigators said whales, seals, fish, and plankton showed no significant harm, with barnacles most affected and natural oil exposure possibly boosting tolerance.
In the William Calley court martial at Fort Benning the defense and prosecution spar over testimony from three psychiatrists. The doctors would answer hypothetical questions about a soldier’s mental state, not Calley himself, under judge Kenne dy's limits. A sanity board at Walter Reed could intervene if lines are crossed.
Former President Lyndon B Johnson is in satisfactory condition and responding to treatment for mild viral pneumonia in San Antonio. Dr North said the illness is not life threatening and remote in its possible effect on his heart. Johnson, 62, was flown to Brooke Army General Hospital and has shown ongoing improvement with no fever and good sleep.
Senator Robert J. Dole, newly named chairman of the Republican National Committee, says he will begin organizing activity for the 1972 election campaign immediately. The AP reports from Washington that Dole outlined early steps and priorities for the party ahead of the next cycle.
Raleigh hearing set as Liquor Officer moves to revoke Creation nightclub liquor license over alleged lewd topless shows loitering and drunken selling. North Carolina Alcoholic Central Board official cites misconduct and seeks license action amid broader GOP party leadership notes.
A fragment hints at sailors who voyage globally without relying on sunshine. The line suggests a subterranean or unconventional navigation method guiding mariners beyond daylight charts.
Defense attorneys maintained the defendants are innocent and blamed unknown accomplices while the state pressed for first degree murder and conspiracy. Key witnesses included Linda Kasabian whose immunity was contested and who testified about the Tate killings. The judge instructed jurors on accomplice corroboration and potential penalties depending on verdict.
Raleigh AP reports North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Edwin Lanier is examining auto liability policy statements demanded from insurers. He declined comment, promising a full report after reviewing all statements. Lanier ordered the submissions December 17 to address cancellations and transfers to the assigned risk plan amid industry disputes over rate hikes.
Testimony from January 1970 notes a Pacific Southwest Airlines employee sold a Los Angeles ticket at San Francisco International Airport to Miss Davis at 2 p.m. August 7, three hours before the flight time, near the indicated departure.
A cold northerly air flow brings light snow potential to western mountains tonight and inland areas Sunday, with mixed snow and rain on the coast. High Point forecast calls for increasing clouds, cold nights in the teens, and Sunday highs in the 30s, with 20 to 40 percent precipitation chances.
North Carolina sees sunny but windy and cold conditions with highs from the upper 20s to mid 30s inland and low 40s at the coast. Tonight clouds and light snow possible in the mountains ending Sunday. inland snow and coastal mix possible Sunday into night with lows in the teens to mid 20s inland and upper 20s coast. Sunday highs 30s to upper 30s inland and low 40s at the coast. South Carolina is sunny and cold with a chance of light snow tonight in the mountains. highs today and Sunday in the 40s and 50s, overnight lows in the upper 20s to around 30.
U S forces in Europe total about 285000 to 300000 with fluctuations. The 7th Army Backbone of postwar posture stood at 273000 during the 1961 Berlin crisis and has since declined to 190000 in West Germany, reflecting Vietnam era reductions.
Guilford County deputies investigate the theft of 1501 feet of electrical wire valued at 2835 dollars from the Jamestown Methodist Church construction site after a truck side door was pried open. The wire belonged to Bolton Electric Co of Greensboro. Three company employees reported tools valued at 187.50 dollars missing in the same break-in reported Thursday.
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