Pensacola Gas Tank Explosion Shuts Waterfront Area
In Pensacola Florida three 60 000 gallon gasoline tanks exploded early today triggering evacuation of a five block residential zone Fire officials joined by Navy and Coast Guard to fight the blaze as flames rose about 900 feet A Phillips 66 manager said the fire began while gas was pumped from a barge into a tank The barge remained attached to the burning tank during firefighting efforts no injuries were reported though several firefighters received oxygen and ambulances stood by
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Pensacola
Fla
Escambia
Edward Mayor
Navy
Coast Guard
Ed Brown
Jim Loudermilk
Phillips 66 Distributing Company
Brown
House Loans Rise to Record 7 Percent
The Federal Home Loan Bank Board reported June average rates on conventional new house loans at 6.88 percent and existing houses at 6.97 percent. Rates climbed due to tight credit and state cap increases, marking the fifth straight rise for new homes and a monthly rise for existing homes. In 18 metros, new home rates ranged from 6.18 in New York to 7.42 in Dallas, with over 7 percent in ten areas. Including fees, June totals were 7.03 percent for new houses and 7.12 percent for existing houses.
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Joseph R. Coyne
Associated Press
Washington
Federal Home Loan Bank Board
New York City
Dallas
National Association of Home Builders
Federal Housing Administration
Veterans Administration
Airport Jam Is Put Up to Senate
Washington AP Senate urged to act quickly on a congestion relief bill for major airports. A parliamentary protest Monday delayed action until today’s session at the earliest amid backlash over causes and mounting airline problems. Senator John Stennis of Mississippi, floor manager, said the bill would provide in-
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Washington
Senate
John Stennis
DeMiss
David Thomas
Federal Aviation Administration
Air Traffic Controllers
Air Transport Association
Air Line Pilots Association
Mohawk Airlines
Declining U S Air Losses Amid Vietnam Bombing Pause
U S bombing curbs cut aircraft losses and flight hours over North Vietnam. Pentagon figures show 36 U S planes shot down since March 31, with 130 daily missions now vs 65 in 1967. April to July 1968 totals exceed 3 4 thousand missions monthly while 1967 totals were lower. savings from avoided losses exceed 200 million dollars, prompting reduced fighter production and calls for continued supply line targeting below the 20th parallel.
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Bob Horton
Washington
U.S
Johnson
U.5
North Vietnam
United States
North
Pentagon
Lawsuit Over Misfilled Prescription Highlights Pharmacist Care
A pharmacist who misfilled arthritis medicine due to illegible doctor handwriting faced a lawsuit for damages. The court blamed the pharmacist for not verifying with the doctor, emphasizing high care standards for pharmacists. Other cases showed liability depends on causal links and customer negligence.
Delegates tally shows Democrat and Republican shifts
The article outlines delegate counts and shifts in the Democratic and Republican conventions. It notes 2,622 Democrat delegates and changing support for candidates like Hubert Humphrey, Nixon, Rockefeller, and others. Also mentions historical comparisons and earlier election results.
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Gates
Fore Y View
Richard Milher Eaeh
California
Gove En Gan
Ae Fa
Nixon
Rockéfeller
Miami
Aiottles
New York
Nelson Rockefeller
Hempstead County Rep Seeks Re-Election Support
The Hempstead County born candidate appeals for votes in a bid for re-election to the Arkansas Legislature. He cites long service since 1941, military service, and roles on key committees including Revenue and Taxation, Rules, Constitutional Amendments, Roads and Highways, Joint Budget, and Arkansas Legislative Council as proof of seniority and influence. He urges constituents to vote on July 30 and continue support.
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Arkansas
Hempstead County
Hope High School
University of Arkansas, School of Law
Fayetteville
John L. McClellan
Wilbur
Mills
Congress
United States
McClellan
House
Senate
Senator McClellan
Congressman Mills
Ways
Old Guard
National Congress
John Bethell
Prarie County
Harry Colay
Columbia
Joel Ledbetter
Pulaski
Mr. Colay
Revenue and Taxation Committee
Constitutional Amendments Committee
Roads and Highways Committee
Joint Budget Committee
Arkansas Legislative Council
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