Romney Edges Closer to 1968 Presidential Run
Michigan Governor George Romney signals a long, careful decision path before entering the 1968 race. He attends the Rocky Mountain governors conference in Colorado Springs and says he will consider extended research and overseas travels for national issues.
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Zambia blasts British Rhodesia plan as trap at UN
Zambia's foreign minister at the UN Security Council condemned selective sanctions on Rhodesia as a trap. He urged total trade ban and force to oust the white settler regime of Ian Smith, saying oil should be included and Britain bears responsibility for regional instability and violence.
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Sharpshooter Saves Bridge in Saigon Bomb Plot Foiled
A guard soldier shot down a Communist mine near the Bien Hoa Saigon bridge preventing a devastating explosion. The blast would have wrecked the bridge and endangered a military convoy. The day also saw fresh firefights near Saigon and losses of three American aircraft amid MIG dogfights over North Viet Nam.
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Water Project Plan Signals Growth in Clark County
Attorney Art Olson coordinates a program to boost the local economy through nearly 6 million dollars in public works contracts to be awarded in 60 days plus 2.5 million in school projects over six months. Southern Nevada Power pledges 5 million in 1967 plant upgrades as officials warn about high loan rates and tight credit. Attendees include Sen-elect Vernon Bunter and City Atty. Sidney Whitmore among local officials and industry reps.
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Senate Demos Split Over Finance Chair Fight in 1967
The Senate Finance Committee battle centers on reapportionment seniority rules. Lamb faces removal from chair if seniority is not recognized, with Brown backing him and Gibson seen as less political. Supporters stress conservative fiscal policy while opponents accuse Lamb of carpetbagging and aim to control the caucus before the Thursday formal vote.
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Ruby Placed In Hospital Amid Pneumonia Concerns
Ruby was hospitalized after complaints of a cold and chest irritation. Relatives disagreed on illness duration and care while jail officials described adequate treatment and noted the jail’s aging, drafty structure as context for health concerns.
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Spinster 81 Murdered In Elevator In Cincinnati
Lulu Kerrick 81 was slain in her apartment building elevator near Cincinnati central station after church services. Police charged probation violator Postear Laskey Jr. 29 with assault and held him for investigation in Kerrick case. Witnesses placed Kerrick leaving mass at 6:30 a.m. and walking home, with Kerrick found at 8:20 a.m. in the building service elevator.
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Democrats Reorganize For 90th Congress In Dull House Session
In Washington, House Democrats convened January 9 to organize their diminished majority for the 90th Congress. Key issues include leadership nominations, committee seats on Ways and Means, and potential moves regarding seating for Rep. Adam Clayton Powell. Rep. Leonor Sullivan called the caucus meeting. John W. McCormack eyed for reelection amid a 48-seat GOP gain shrinking the Democratic majority to 15 on Ways and Means.
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Gasoline Spill Triggers Evacuations In Indianapolis Neighborhood
Officials kept a tight watch as about 1,000 residents were evacuated in a northeast Indianapolis area after roughly 1,000 gallons of gasoline spilled into the sewer system when a tank overturned. Fumes caused several explosions and forced a two mile radius evacuation.
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Crying Widow Testifies Coppolino Killed My Husband
Mrs. Marjorie Farber, Coppolino’s former lover and key witness, testified she was pulled toward him by a hypnotic influence and that Coppolino killed her husband Lt. Col. William E. Farber after he refused hospitalization. She described the days around the July 30, 1963 death and recalled Coppolino’s alleged methods.
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China charges U.S. plane violated airspace near Vietnam border
PekingRadio reports a U.S. aircraft flew over Chinese territory for 11 minutes at 2 56 p m Wednesday during a routine overflight. The claim comes as UPI notes tense exchanges ahead of possible U S moves in South Vietnam. Meanwhile in Germany 2009 students protest Neo Nazi growth in West Germany. In Saigon officials say U S troops will advance into Mekong Delta to dislodge Communists after year start.
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Eisenhower to Undergo Gall Bladder Surgery
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower underwent preliminary medical tests at Walter Reed Army Hospital ahead of a planned gallbladder removal. Doctors expect the operation early next week, with Lt. Gen. Leonard D. Heaton slated to perform the procedure amid Eisenhower’s history of heart attacks and other ailments.
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Biosat biosat to study space life effects
National brief reports plan to launch a biosatellite to study effects of spaceflight on plant and animal life. The 240 pound seven foot craft named Bios will orbit to assess seeds and life forms under space conditions.
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Western U S Population Growth Slows After 1964
Census Bureau data show the Western states added an average 500000 people annually from 1960 to 1964 but the 1964 to 1966 period saw growth fall to about 150000 per year. The report notes slower migration westward despite continued population gains.
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Greece Mourns as Ferry Disaster Toll Rises to 189
Greece declared a seven day mourning period after the Heraklion ferry sank in a storm in the Aegean. Authorities reported 236 aboard with 189 feared dead and seven survivors. U S ships and planes aided the search with multinational efforts ongoing.
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