Reds Attack GI Camp in Cambodia Killing Two GIs
Communist troops attacked an American camp in Cambodia with rocket grenades Tuesday night, killing two GIs and wounding eight. U.S. losses in Cambodia since May 1 rose to 157 dead and 640 wounded. The attack occurred inside Cambodia, aided by helicopter gunships and AC-119 Shadow aircraft. A week of similar attacks followed, as scouts found 364 tons of North Vietnamese rice in two caches inside Cambodian territory.
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Israel Condemned by U N Security Council
The U N Security Council condemned Israel’s one day raid into southern Lebanon on May 12 saying such attacks could not be tolerated. Egypt accused Israeli planes of hitting civilian sites. Israel disputed the claim saying targets were military. The council vote was 11 to 0 with four abstentions.
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Protesters March Through Georgia Reach Fort Valley Start
About 600 Black protesters arrived in Fort Valley to complete the first 11 miles of a planned 120 mile march to Atlanta. They ignored Gov. Maddox’s request to cancel the action, whiling away the night with chanting and song as the procession began the long trek ahead. A mule-drawn wagon accompanied the march.
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Central Georgia march to Fort Valley State College rally
A line of march grew from about 250 to roughly 500 as protesters urged an end to Indochina war. Fort Valley State College, over 60 percent Black, has faced arson incidents. Ho Sea Williams led the SCLC drive inviting Black residents to join the symbolic protest.
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Agnew Tennis Gaffe Highlights White House Match
Vice President Spiro Agnew and Peace Corps Director Blatchford played a doubles tennis match at the Washington Hilton Tennis Day for inner city youth. A misserve by Agnew struck Blatchford on the head, prompting a helmet break before play resumed. Javits and Weicker won 6 1 6 1. News also notes Leary bail request denied by Supreme Court Justice Douglas, Ra II making Atlantic progress, and Margaret Mead urging changes in parenting and women’s roles.
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