Reunion planned for commandos and former POWs
Americans imprisoned at Son Tay will reunite in San Francisco with the U S commandos who led the 1970 raid. H. Ross Perot funds travel and lodging for the attendees, with 59 of 66 POWs and 74 of 85 raiders confirmed. Col Arthur Simons, who led the operation, says the risk was worth it.
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Cattlemen face ban on DES substitutes driven by cancer fears
Government scientists classify three approved livestock growth drugs as proven or potential carcinogens alongside DES. FDA officials note all estrogens tested show carcinogenic effects in animals, prompting USDA action to ban DES and its implants while allowing alternatives. The move aims to protect meat supply and prices amid the ban.
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Why did Nixon aides pursue Watergate wiretaps
The piece probes motive behind the Watergate wiretap scandal, noting the CRP's large budget and extended operations, while Nixon's re election odds seemed strong. It questions whether officials acted independently and cites Gallup polls showing public opinions on Nixon’s knowledge and the campaign’s control.
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Pentagon Papers Case Evidence Emerges in Court
New disclosures to the defense reveal secret Rand Corp interviews from 1971 at the Pentagon papers trial. Ellsberg and Russell, charged with espionage and theft, argue perjury and omitted details may undermine the government's case. Judge Byrne allows new questioning as the rebuttal proceeds.
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Anthony Rus
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Polio Threat Emerges for U S Children
An AP report from Atlanta notes that paralytic polio, nearly eliminated in recent decades, could again threaten American children due to current infection levels and vaccine considerations. The piece highlights public health concerns and the need for vigilance by health authorities.
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Hempstead County Hamburger Social and Car Wash Fundraiser
The Hempstead County Republican Club plans a hamburger social Monday April 30 at Hope Fair Park with the Men and Womens Organization preparing the burgers. The Hope High Senior Class hosts a car wash this Saturday April 28 at Hogue's EXXON across from KXAR Radio Station to fund their banquet. Immunization officials warn polio campaigns fade as reflex vaccination rates lag. 18,000 paralytic cases in 1954 dropped after the Salk vaccine but public awareness remains low, with under 63 percent of 1 to 4 year olds vaccinated now.
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Paris talks aim to guide Vietnam conflict onto new track
U S diplomatic sources say a fresh round of Paris discussions seeks to steer the Vietnam war back to a political path before the cease-fire erodes. Sullivan Thach talks in Paris accompanied by Kissinger Tho discussions mid May. Cambodian issue listed as top item, with Hanoi accused of aiding insurgents there.
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Nguyen Co Thach
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Henry A. Kissinger
le Duc Tho
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Arkansas Weather: scattered showers and cooler forecast
Weather report for 24 hours ending 7 am Thursday shows a high of 75 and low of 57. Forecast for Arkansas calls for scattered showers this afternoon and tonight, mostly cloudy skies, and a cooler trend into Friday with tonight’s lows in the 40s to low 50s and Friday's highs in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
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Central Arkansas Braces as Twisters Roam Statewide
A tightrope night in Central Arkansas as up to a dozen tornadoes threatened the region. National Weather Service warned residents to seek shelter during a state of emergency while 15 tornado warnings were issued and funnel clouds were sighted from Little Rock to Stuttgart. No major damage or injuries reported, aside from a brief 35 minute power outage in downtown North Little Rock and scattered hail ranging from golf ball to one inch.
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State money for relief considered
Governor Dale Bumpers indicated he is studying the use of low interest loans funded by state deposits to aid farmers hit by recent flood damage. An aide said the plan would move forward mainly if federal aid is delayed or unavailable.
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