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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1969
Page
3
An American ambassador spotted by a taxi driver after release by kidnapers in Tijuca Rio de Janeiro. The driver recognized him from newspaper photos and the driver recounted the incident. Police found a arms loaded minibus used by the four bearded youths a mile from the ambassdor's release location.
The body of Pike lay in a canyon where clothing and gear were scattered to mislead searchers. Mrs Pike described marks on rocks and pools nearby as she and relatives speculated he fell while attempting to escape. Pike, a once prominent bishop and author, had questioned core Christian tenets and lived a life of controversial religious exploration. He faced multiple personal highs and lows, including marriages, legal work, and a shift from bishop to theologian in residence.
In Washington Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield led a mourning Senate after the death of Republican Senator Everett Dirksen of Illinois. Colleagues across party lines praised Dirksen as a superb legislator, eloquent leader, and beloved figure, with tributes from Vice President Agnew and other national figures noting his patriotism and public service.
Senator Dirksen, longtime Republican leader, dies at an advanced age after a career spanning House service, Senate leadership, and pivotal civil rights push. His passing triggers a scramble for the Republican post as Illinois Governor Ogilvie named interim successor. Acting leader Senator Hugh Scott will guide Republicans until a new chief is chosen.
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