Hong Kong Flu Death Toll Rises As Epidemic Persists
In early December the Hong Kong flu caused rising deaths in the United States with 196, 213 and 547 excess fatalities in successive weeks. Officials warn the epidemic will worsen for several weeks before improving, with 20 million people expected to recover health. The strain is mainly dangerous to the elderly and chronically ill.
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Nixon and aides meet to plan first 90 days in office
President elect Nixon convened a Biscayne Bay strategy session with future National Security Council members to map early decisions on Vietnam arms control and world commitments. The group also discussed Nixon’s travel schedule for state visits and major foreign policy problems.
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Steen Attorneys Contempt in Bank Referee Case
In Reno UPI report two lawyers for uranium magnate Charles Steen faced contempt charges in U.S. District Court. William Puzey Reno and John Biggons Denver were accused of scurrilous remarks in a petition to review and remove bankruptcy referee Bert Goldwater. Judge Bruce Thompson held both in contempt but allowed purging by withdrawing the document and issuing written apologies.
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Soviet scientists under pressure to beat America to moon landing
Moscow reports say Soviet scientists face tremendous pressure to outpace the United States after Apollo 8. Diplomats cite national prestige and influence in the Cold War space race as drivers behind efforts to accelerate plans for a manned lunar mission.
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World News Briefs Roundup From Belgrade To Tokyo
Belgrade reports a fatal and multi vehicle ice crash on Pancevacki bridge with several injured. Singapore hosts a pint chugging contest won in 4 seconds by David Desmond. Helsinki says Ivan Spiridonov will visit Finland Jan 16 with undisclosed contract details. Katmandu notes Crown Prince Birendra’s 24th birthday fasting and alms. Megeve reports Darryl Zanuck treated for a broken ankle after a ski fall. Genoa says liner Raffaello sailed with 400 passengers after crew delays over a new contract. Utrecht confirms baptism of Prince Johan Friso Bernhard Christiaan David as Beatrix and Claus's second child. Ramsay archaeologists unveil a 3500 year old bowl and a 2000 B C urn. Manila bandits steal $20000 in VOA gear at Camp O’Donnell with no injuries. Tokyo says Japan asks US to schedule seventh J U S C T E A meeting for July.
Tardy Christmas Gifts For U S Astronauts
Seabrook Texas United Press International reports astronauts Frank Borman James Lovell and William Anders return home for Christmas with their families after Apollo 8 moon mission. They will be in until 2 p m to debrief and open gifts as Marilyn Lovell and Valerie Anders describe holiday moments and children’s reactions.
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Nation's Weather Highlights From UPI Report
The coldest 24 hour reading excluding Alaska and Hawaii was 27 degrees below zero at Cut Bank Montana. The warmest high reached 94 degrees at McAllen Texas. Temperature and precipitation table compiled by the U S Weather Bureau in San Francisco covers the 24 hours ending at 4 a m.
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The Question of Black and White and Drug Policy
A piece argues drugs like LSD and heroin must be harshly controlled while endorsing Black Power as a positive force. It promotes unity among Black Americans, urges open neighborhoods, and calls for truthful dialogue across races to achieve peaceful coexistence and shared heritage.
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