Truman remains critical as lungs and heart falter
Former President Harry S Truman, age 88, stayed on the critical list at Research Hospital and Medical Center in Kansas City after a dramatic decline in lung and heart function. Medical bulletins noted fluctuating fever, rapid heart rate, low blood pressure, and minimal kidney activity, with optimistic signs of fluid reduction and improving cardiac status.
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Apollo 17 Liftoff Delayed Then Soars Toward Moon
Apollo 17 rocket delayed by a computer glitch and late countdown finally lifted off from Cape Kennedy. Commander Eugene Cernan and crewmates Jack Schmitt and Ron Evans began a long voyage toward the moon, with Mission Control reporting a mainly smooth ascent despite early alarm and latch issues.
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Jack” Schmitt
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Supreme Court bars unions from fining members who quit strike
The court ruled 8 to 1 that labor unions cannot fine members who resign and return to work after crossing a strike. Justice Douglas stated the right to resign ends the union’s power over an individual, while Blackmun dissented on related tenant rights.
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Boston
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Ex Cataract Man Henry Hammon Dies at 100 in Sparta
Henry Hammon, 100, formerly of Cataract, died December 6 in a La Crosse area nursing home. Services set for 11 a.m. Saturday at Lanham Kann Funeral Home in Sparta with burial at Shamrock Catholic Cemetery. He was born July 7, 1872 in West Salem and came to America from Germany. He farmed Irish Valley until 1934, married Susan Crossen who died that year, and also worked as a road patrolman and road grader. A noted square dance caller and string bass player, he received a birthday letter from Social Security Commissioner Robert M. Ball on his 100th birthday. He is survived by a brother, Bert.
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Weekend Weather Outlook With Snow Likely
Forecast shows rising temperatures with occasional snow Thursday night and a low of 0 to 5. Friday high near 15 with a 60 percent chance of snow and northerly winds 10 to 15 mph. Saturday will be cloudy and colder with a low near zero.
Government experts forecast reliance on imports rising by 1985
The article notes that by 1985 government experts predict the United States will depend on imports for more than half of its basic raw materials. It also mentions a cautious reaction from national news media representatives toward a proposed national press council, fearing scrutiny.
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Nixon Administration Likely to Appeal Ruling on School Funds
The Nixon Administration may appeal a federal judge's ruling that could trigger new orders to cut off funds to remaining segregated schools and colleges, prompting possible rapid desegregation steps.
Marching Farmers Band Named Wisconsin Entry for Nixon Parade
The Marching Farmers of West Salem Middle School earned nomination by the Wisconsin GOP as the state's musical entry in Nixon's inaugural parade in Washington on January 20. About 70 students in sixth to eighth grades will wear straw hats and bib overalls with pitchfork twirlers. Funds are being raised for the trip planned to depart January 18 by chartered buses.
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Trempealeau County
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Imelda Marcos Survives Knife Attack at Manila Event
Philippine first lady Imelda Marcos was slashed on arms and hands by a man with a foot long bolo knife as she congratulated contest winners at an amusement park in Pasay City. Guards killed the assailant. Marcos was rushed to Makati Medical Center and declared out of danger.
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