Eartha Kitt Defends War Talk After White House visit
Hollywood singer Eartha Kitt said she spoke for millions when criticizing U.S. policy on Vietnam during a White House luncheon with Mrs. Johnson. She urged pulling out of Vietnam and suggested redirecting effort toward urban employment and education, while opposing welfare as a sole answer.
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Viet Cong Declares Release of 14 Captured Officers
A Viet Cong radio broadcast says 14 South Vietnamese army officers from lieutenant to major were freed on the National Liberation Front anniversary. Saigon officials could not confirm any prisoner releases. The timing linked to Tet prisoner exchanges and humanitarian returns, with no locations or dates given.
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Leathernecks Rout North Vietnamese Near Gio Linh
U S Marines repelled a large North Vietnamese force five miles east of Gio Linh amid day-long DMZ fighting. At least 23 enemy dead were reported, with three Marines killed and 25 wounded. An unidentified jet strafed a U S Special Forces camp at Lang Vie nearby.
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Bryan seeks bi partisan probe into prison abuse reports
Clark County Public Defender Richard Bryan urged Governor Laxalt to appoint a bipartisan fact finding commission to examine persistent reports of physical abuse of Nevada State Prison inmates who correspond with lawyers. He asserted press access to complaintants has been denied and called the denial disturbing.
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Paul Laxalt
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G Men Busy as Levinson and Drew Cases Continue
Four Las Vegas FBI agents prepare to testify as arguments resume in John Drew income tax case in Judge Roger Foley's courtroom. Separately Edward Levinson pursues a $4.6 million suit against the FBI and the Central Telephone Company, with wiretap and executive immunity issues shaping both matters.
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Apollo moon landing ship delayed after rehearsal issue
CAPE KENNEDY UPI reports NASA postponed the Monday launch attempt for the 16 ton lunar module and Saturn I rocket due to a problem found in a rehearsal countdown. Nine U.S. drug firms ordered to recall all shipments of an antibiotic used for typhoid Rocky Mountain fever and other infections. Former Prime Minister Sir Alec Douglas-Home warned the Soviet Union controls the Suez Canal and accused Britain of abdication of responsibility.
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Government subpoenas Marina Oswald Porter in $5.5 million suits
The government ordered Marina Oswald Porter to appear January 31 amid two lawsuits totaling 5.5 million overOswald memorabilia. One suit by Jack King seeks 5 million for the rifle used to kill President Kennedy and the pistol that killed Officer Tippit.
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All-male federal jury acqits eight Klansmen in intimidation case
A Salisbury jury found eight Ku Klux Klan members not guilty of conspiring to intimidate residents across two counties. Jurors hung on a verdict for ninth defendant Ronald Lee Mullis, 29, of Concord.
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GAO Finds At Least 190 Million Wasteful Gov't Spending
The General Accounting Office reported in the last fiscal year it uncovered at least 190 million dollars in wasteful government spending through its watchdog activities.
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Washington
UPI
General Accounting Office
GAO
FDA orders action based on recent findings
The Food and Drug Administration said yesterday it has ordered enforcement against a product or practice following new findings. The directive aims to protect public health and prompts compliance from the named company or entity.
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UPI
Food and Drug Administration
Six Hurt When Small Plane Crashes Near Hospital
Six persons were seriously injured when a single engine plane crashed ten feet from Valley Doctors Hospital in North Hollywood shortly after taking off from Burbank Airport. The accident occurred yesterday and involved an emergency landing attempt with injuries reported at the scene and hospital.
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Aiken Slams Johnson War Rhetoric on Vietnam Policy
Senator George Aiken condemns the Johnson administration for portraying Vietnam as a global war against world communism. He accuses officials of self destructive rhetoric and calls for real political negotiation rather than victory over North Vietnam. He warns the U S risks preaching to a world of 800 million Chinese and 250 million Russians.
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Wallace Excluded From Wisconsin Primary Without Party Run
Former Alabama Governor George C. Wallace will be barred from Wisconsin's April 2 presidential primary unless he files as a Democratic or Republican candidate. The decision was confirmed yesterday.
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Reagan says GOP united and enthusiastic on eastern tour
California Governor Ronald Reagan said on a swing through the East that the Republican Party is united enthusiastic and very gung ho. He spoke during a break in his political trip to attend a University of California Board of Regents meeting in Berkeley where he serves as a member.
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UPI
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Washoe Probe Sought Into Reno Cop Payoffs
Clark County Grand Jury urged Washoe County to investigate payoffs to Reno police officers uncovered during a local burglary probe. The 48 page report notes officers sometimes received money from local businesses and that such payments, if outside normal salary, undermine public trust. Senior Reno officers confirm payoffs were not uncommon.
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Las Vegas Man Gets Five Years In Narco Case On Appeal
Pete Johnson Jr was sentenced to five years in federal prison for unlawful transfer of marijuana and must live with his father in Indio California on bond during appeal. LaFayette Wood also received five years and appeals on the same charge. Both defendants represented by Charles Keller.
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DA Warns of Cabbie War in Las Vegas
Clark County District Judge John Mendoza delayed the case of rebel taxicab owners William Mirin and Ray Chennoweth until January 25. An attorney for Union Cab Co. urged a $400,000 bond, warning that more cabs could trigger heavy losses and possible violence if ordinances are breached and non-union drivers expand the fleet.
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Laxalt Defends Nevada State Prison From Politics
Gov. Paul Laxalt rejected a bipartisan inquiry into Nevada’s state prison amid a four day hunger and work strike by 323 inmates. He said the prison is well run and would not be used as a political football, challenging Clark County Public Defender Richard Bryan to investigate if maladministra tion is proven.
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Prisoner burns finger to gain hospital comfort
Robert Twain Wagoner, 25, of 1912 Mesquite, burned his finger twice with lit newspapers to seek hospital care, later losing fingertip to gangrene after amputation. He is charged with a robbery at a West Charleston Boulevard 7 11 store. Police say he had no access to LSD while in custody or en route to the cell.
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Sailors Ignore Bid To Defect In Sasebo Demonstration
In Sasebo Japan pacifists linked with Beheiren and Zengakuren clashed with police as U S Navy crews from the Enterprise Truxton and Halsey faced antiwar pressure while liberty hours offered sailors mild riot scenes and no defections.
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Two Contess Car Thefts In U S District Court
Ronald Dennison 31 escaped Michigan State Prison pleaded guilty to interstate transportation of a stolen automobile with sentencing set for February 14. Dominick Fiore 21 of Syracuse pleaded guilty with sentencing set for February 12. Eugene Mizell 37 of Santa Rosa failed to appear. a bench warrant was issued as Judge Roger Foley presided.
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Everett to move giant jet transports on air cushions
In Everett Washington the forthcoming 400000 pound "next generation" jet transports will be relocated inside the manufacturer’s plant on air cushion pallets. Five of the carries will transport the massive aircraft about one inch above the floor on a cushion of air.
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Pearls Should Rest in Soft Chamois Bag
Pearls belong in a soft chamois bag to prevent scratching and preserve luster. Store away from rough surfaces and other jewelry to avoid chips and abrasions. Keep in a cool dry place.
Frontier to add Las Vegas air service eyed with optimism
The Las Vegas Sun editorial urges officials to broaden airline routes to attract more visitors and notes Frontier could join current carriers. It recalls past warnings against a single system and emphasizes competition and welcoming newcomers as part of the community’s growth.
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Las Vegas
Jail Three Suspects In Double Slaying
Three men were arrested on murder charges in the August killings of Wyoming businessmen Robert Stucker and Larry Olinger. Stucker and Olinger were buried in a Nevada desert grave near Carson City after a Reno motel departure. Extradition from Wyoming will bring two suspects to face charges. a fourth remains at large.
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