Negro participation in National Guard remains unequal
Government statistics show no real rise in Black membership in the National Guard over the past year. Despite calls by advisers and officials, recruitment gains are minimal as numerous states report declines and uneven representation, with Alabama and Mississippi illustrating stark gaps.
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Twisters Continue Across Gulf Coast With Flood Warnings
Storms spawned multiple tornadoes across southwest Louisiana while New Orleans endured a major power outage and traffic jam from a weather linked incident. The U S Weather Bureau warned tides up to four feet above normal could flood low lying areas in New Orleans Jefferson and Plaquemines parishes as Arkansas rivers rose prompting flood fears statewide.
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French Poll Shows 24 Percent Side With U S
An opinion poll indicates 24 percent of French back the United States in the current world situation while 6 percent favor the Soviet Union and 52 percent refuse to take either side. The poll was conducted earlier this month.
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France
United States
Soviet Union
Coast Guard Aids Leaking Peru Ship
A Peruvian freighter hit by fire near Long Beach last fall remains 950 miles southwest of San Francisco. The Long Beach based cutter Minnetonka has moved to a mid ocean station to assist the stricken vessel, the SS Yavari.
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Nelson seeks congressional probe on CBW weapons
Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin urged a congressional investigation into U S production and deployment of chemical and biological weapons. He said about 300 million dollars is spent annually on CBW programs and accused defense officials of using national security as a cover for questionable activities.
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Milwaukee Rock Island freight collision disrupts tracks in Davenport
A Rock Island freight train rear-ended a Milwaukee Railroad freight near Davenport Iowa causing track blockage for about eight hours. Coast guards report the ship Yavari listed and then capsized during bad weather, with a 25 member crew aboard the 311 foot vessel. The Yavari had a second emergency incident in six months following a prior fishmeal fire.
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Slide problem slows freeway clearance at night
A slide issue disrupted traffic as crews paused attempts to clear the roadway until heavier equipment arrives today. No injuries reported.
Mingtime Homes Parade in Today’s Classified Ads
Local classified section features Mingtime Homes on parade with ads highlighting new models and pricing. Readers are invited to visit showrooms and compare floor plans, financing options, and community locations across the region.
Weather Outlook Bright Start With 70s Highs Ahead
The weatherman predicts a clear warm Monday with sunny skies and temperatures rising into the 70s. A cold front passed Sunday, followed by a high pressure system creeping into the Southland, bringing bright conditions and coastal sea breezes.
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Group Organizes Sears Boycott Over Credit Policy
The National Welfare Rights Organization says it will boycott Sears Roebuck stores nationwide claiming discrimination against welfare recipients by denying credit. NWRO demands at least 150 dollars revolving credit for any member family and allows a reference letter as proof. Disruptive actions are planned at some stores starting March 27 in Philadelphia.
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UPI
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George A. Wiley
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Wiley
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Sailboat Capsizes Near Ventura. One Drowns
A 19 year old student from San Lorenzo, Clifford Acuff, drowned when his sailboat capsized in rough waters outside Ventura Marina while entering from Santa Cruz Island. He and another student were rescued by a harbor patrol boat. The vessel was destroyed.
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Lawyer Denies Demanding All of Ray's Earnings
Houston attorney Percy Foreman rebutted claims that he sought all future earnings from James Earl Ray to defend him in the King assassination case. Ray's brother Jerry says Foreman demanded 150000, with rights to future earnings if Ray did not plead guilty. Foreman and Ray's legal team discuss new trial options as Ray serves a 99 year sentence.
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Father Finds His Son's Body in Utah Slaying Case
In Hyrum Utah a three day search ended when Teddy Smith seven was found by his father in the basement with a fatal gunshot wound. A 15 year old boy was arrested and held on charges related to the slaying. County attorney Burton Harris said formal charges would be filed.
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UPI
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