Kissinger’s Rhodesia shuttle diplomacy earns new credit
Kissinger’s role in shaping Rhodesia’s transition from white rule is praised as a diplomatic achievement. The article notes his cross‑continental efforts to secure backing, culminating in South Africa’s withdrawal of support for Smith. It warns of uncertainty but argues the communications pipeline offers a peaceful path forward without mass violence.
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Ian Smith
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Carter faces waning momentum as Hunt spots campaign flaw
In High Point, Jim Hunt argues Carter’s decline stems from embracing Washington’s Democratic establishment. Hunt urges Carter to critique Congressional and presidential actions of the past four years, risking alienating pro-re Election colleagues, and warns unity may backfire on Carter.
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Ancient Bible Facsimile At Hebrew University
Facsimile edition of a 1st millennium Aleppo Codex fragment is published at Hebrew University Jerusalem. The surviving Torah portion from Deuteronomy’s end, bound in red and blue leather, priced around 400 dollars per copy.
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Sea of Galilee
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Aleppo
Syria
Lassiter Birthday Braves Tribute Ends Eighty Six Years
Thomasville veteran fur furniture superintendent B F Lassiter celebrated his 86th birthday with an Atlanta trip to the Braves Dodgers game won by Los Angeles. Ted Turner honored Lassiter with a score board tribute and Birthday cheers from 40 singers. Lassiter, accompanied by Dr Hodgin and Charlie Johnson, faced a choking spell and needed nitroglycerin before a cab ride back to the hotel.
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New Deal for Mafia Defectors Shifts War on Crime
The Justice Department now rehabilitates and protects underworld defectors. Witnesses receive new identities, altered documents, and relocation. About 1,650 ex-mafia witnesses have testified. 260 rely on government support, a 30 percent rise.
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Der
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John Rogers
Marsal
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The Unknown Lynn Influences Ford’s Budget Power
Washington profile of James T. Lynn director of the White House OMB. He wields vast influence, seen as objective amid a busy cabinet. Ford trusts Lynn more than any prior budget chief and pushes for nationwide public hearings on major legislation.
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