Truce Ends as Rockets Hit Da Nang Air Base
Saigon reports guerrillas fired four rockets into the Da Nang U.S. Air Force base, the first attack there since August 25, and shelled three South Vietnamese bases near Krek, Cambodia. One civilian injured, three planes damaged, as Communists resume action after a three day New Year truce.
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Saigon
UPT
da Nang
Krek
North Vietnam
da Nang Ani
Cambodia
Theother
Reds Fire Rockets From Da Nang as Cambodians Enter
A South Vietnamese airborne unit redeployed to the Central Highlands close to Da Nang faced rocket and Soviet 122 mm shell fire from Communist forces. U S. military says expeditionary strength fell to 157,000 by year end, lowest since 1965, amid ongoing North Vietnamese bombing raids ordered by President Nixon. Cambodian high command reports 702 casualties in a six week operation near Phnom Penh ending with apparent Communist withdrawal.
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Central Highlands
da Nang
Saigon
Demilitarized Zone
North Vietnam
Nixon
U.S
Vietnam
Geralts
Cambodia
Phnom Penh
Chattanooga Blaze Destroys 21-Business Center
A fire at Bastgate shopping center in Chattanooga destroyed a building housing 21 businesses. Winds up to 28 mph spread the flames early Sunday, with damage estimated around 4 million. One firefighter injured. arson probe underway to determine rapid spread and ignition point.
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Chattanooga
UPL
Bastgate
Charles Funk
Egyptians Add Final Touches To Anti Israel Strategy
Egyptian President Anwar Sadat plans a week of high level meetings to finalise strategy against Israel, with Al Ahram reporting the first session with top military leaders. Observers note quiet New Year along the Suez Canal and mixed signals on peace or war.
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Anwar Sadat
Israel
Sadat
al Ahram
Middle East
Suez Canal
UPI
Ken Lucaf
Ismailia
Cairo
al Akhbar
Nixon
I Irael
Manslaughter Charged in Knoxville Shooting
Mrs Joyce Russell was charged with manslaughter after her husband Otha Russell was shot at their Knoxville home during a domestic quarrel witnessed by eight children. Authorities say she wrestled for a rifle, gained possession, and fired.
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Knoxville
UPI
Joyce Russell
Otha Russell
Russell
Anti Pornography Push Prompts Signatures in Nashville
Nashville group We the People Speak Inc circulating petitions aiming to push the General Assembly to pass strong antipornography laws. The nonpolitical nonprofit seeks 100000 signatures dedicated to eradicating conditions polluting minds, especially youth.
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Nashville
API
We the People Speak, Inc
General Assembly
Victor Ashe
Knoxville
al Edgar
Chattanooga
Ed Williams
Memphis
Soldiers Raid Belfast Pub After Brawl Arrests 100
British soldiers raided St Mary's Club near the Dockside in Belfast arresting 100 people after a barricaded clash with patrons. Two club members and a soldier were injured as gas and force were used to gain entry. Police questioned the arrestees while related IRA officer raids in Ardoyne were reported.
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Belfast
Northern Ireland
UPI
St. Mary's Club
Irish Republic Army
IRA
Ardoyne
Dromore
County Tyrone
Springfield Road
Pillsbury Flour Mill Blaze Kills One in Buffalo
An explosion sparked a fire at the Pillsbury flour mill on the Buffalo waterfront injuring eight, with one man dead and two missing. Fire officials estimate damages above 3 million dollars as executives review causes and possible layoffs.
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Buffalo
UPI
N.Y
Pillsbury
Robert E. Howard
Terrance Hanold
Minneapolis
Minn
Greater Buffalo International
Maurice Chevalier 83 Dies After Kidney Ailment
Maurice Chevalier the French show business icon died at 83 after two weeks in hospital for kidney illness. He will be buried at La Louque near Paris with limited attendance per his request. Tributes poured in from Georges Pompidou and numerous stars worldwide highlighting his gaiety and Parisian charm.
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Paris
CDN
Chevalier
Marnes- La-Coquette
la Louque
Francois Vale
Vale
Georges Pompidou
Plan-Du -Duques
Marseilles
France
Pompidou
Gen. de Gaulle
le Parisien Libere
Maurice Chevalier
Georges Carpentier
Momo
Olivier
National Theater
la Nation
Necker Hospital
UPI
Viet Veteran Charged In Double Stabbing
A 26 year old Vietnam veteran Robert Widgren was charged with assault with intent to kill and murder after a fatal stabbing of Kathleen Hannon 18 Bedford Township and serious wounds to Debbie Perrin 18 Westland and Debbie Hennessy 18 Livonia in Dearborn Heights. Widgren arraigned held on 25000 bond and to face first degree murder charges next day.
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Dearborn Heights
Mich
UPI
John McIntire
Robert Widgren
Detroit
Widgren
Widgren’s
Margaret Grajewski
Kathleen Hannon
Bedford Township
Debbie Perrin
Westland
Debbie Hennessy
Livonia
Wayne County General Hospital
Miss Perrin
Miss Hennessy
Nixon and Agnew Dropped From Best Dressed List
The Fashion Foundation of America removed President Nixon and Vice President Agnew from its annual best dressed Americans list. Treasury Secretary Connally was named the nation's best dressed statesman, noted for attire signaling ease and conviviality amid recent monetary talks. Other honorees include Muhammad Ali for sports and Henry Kissinger for government, among a roster of notable figures from media, business, and entertainment.
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New York
UPI
Fashion Foundation of America
Nixon
Spiro T. Agnew
Treasury
John B. Connally
Connally
Agney
Foundation
Doc Severinsen
Ervin H. Brakec
Marketing Concepts, Inc
Muhammad Ali
Henry Kissinger
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Melvin W. Schrader
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Casimer Regdos
Buffalo General Hospital
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Kenmore
Earl Galloway
Tonawanda
Vincent Donnelly
Cheektowaga
Henry Zenenski
West Seneca
Mercy Hospital
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Leslie Caron
Gigi
Gene Kelly
Olivia de Havilland
Julliete
Greco
Jean-Pierre Aumont
Maurice of
Rene Clair
Prince of Wales
Ti Messagero
Brazil
Sunday Express
London
Hye
David Niven
Lord Alarencey
Miss Hannon
Garden City
Julice
Edward Hines Park
Hennessy
Perrin
Harry Anderson
Mclntire
Kengaport Times
Kigaport
Puellaning Corporation
Cyan Garten OF
Xingaport
Tenn
E.G. Helsegger
Pubianes
Ireland
Kmnpeport
Sarning
Eveniogard
Mall
Uniigs Presy Bn
Leenarionat
Chicena
Gully
Newapantr Enterprize Association
Agnew
New York City
Patrick V. Murph
Johnny Carson
Nbc-Tv
Tonight Show
Walter J. Rauscher
American Airlines
Charles P. McCarty
St. Paul
Bert Pulitzer
Pulitixer Co
David Merrick
Hollywood
Walter Cronkite
Cbs-Tv News
Bernie Gutcheon
Tanya Hawaii Corp
van Rapoport
International Society—Aristotre Onasats
Chelatopher Darrell
Schenley Imports
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