Pentagon reports forecast Thieu downfall, columnist says
Florida State University students heard columnist Jack Anderson claim secret Joint Chiefs of Staff estimates foresee a breakdown of the Vietnam cease fire and a military coup within a year that would topple the Thieu regime. He said he would publish the documents soon, citing an unnamed source.
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Pentagon Expects Few Survivors of Vietnam MIAs
Pentagon officials say few of the 1,269 Americans listed as missing in Indochina are likely to be alive. They note that many wives cling to hope as 555 prisoners are reported by the Communists, but estimate under 3 percent of the missing will be on any live prisoner list. The article recalls prior Korean war outcomes and outlines a new effort in Thailand to trace Vietnam era missing servicemen.
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Survivor Carrying Rescue Through Snowed Mountains
A 26 man team ferried the sole survivor of a weekend crash seven hours through six to eight inches of snow to Smoky Mountain National Park safety. J W Miller of Charleston West Virginia endured broken legs and exposure after Saturday’s crash that killed three others. Rescue teams reached wreckage Monday afternoon.
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Boyle's Pension Cut to 16000 in Union Action
W A Tony Boyle the deposed president of the United Mine Workers had his pension cut from 611000 to 16000 a year by the union's executive board. Eight top staff salaries were reduced about 40 percent. Arnold Miller who ousted Boyle vowed reforms.
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Plane Crash Kills 38 On Cyprus Mountain
A Soviet built Egyptian airliner crashed into a mountainside in northern Cyprus killing all 38 aboard. The crew nationalities were not released and the flight from Cairo to Nicosia was not explained. Rescue attempts were unnecessary as there were no survivors.
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Iceland asks world aid for Helgafjell volcano victims
Prime Minister Olafur Johannesson urged international aid for homeless Helgafjell victims to relocate to prefabricated houses in Southwest Iceland. Parliament formed a 4 member committee to coordinate relief and approved a $5 million central bank loan. a special $20 to $30 million fund was also set. Rescue work continued on Heimaey as residents faced ash and mud while recovery of belongings progressed one week after the eruption.
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Senators Ready To Fight Over Nixon Impounding Funds
Sen. Sam J. Ervin leads a Senate push against President Nixon impounding funds, arguing it lets the executive reshape laws. With over half the Senate backing, the move seeks a quick vote within 11 days on any impoundment, aiming to curb inflation and protect Congress powers. Ralph Nader testifies urging legislative oversight and citizen participation. The White House plans to present its views in February hearings.
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Who Should Pay for Auto Recalls Questioned in Senate Hearings
The Senate Commerce Committee opens two days of hearings on a bill to force automakers to repair safety related defects at no cost to owners. Automakers argue new rules are unnecessary, noting most recalls are fixed free. Two incidents triggered the talks GM and VW recalls in 1971 and 1972 prompted lawmakers to push for mandatory coverage.
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