Hurricane Becky heads for Miracle Strip coast
Panama City Beach faces 75 mph winds as Becky aims at a 100 mile stretch of gulf coast tourists flee inland. Red Cross and Civil Defense set shelters while forecasters warn of six foot tides and hurricane conditions. Be sure to evacuate low lying areas as campers leave St Andrews State Park.
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Franklin Seeks Nevada Supreme Court Removal of Justice Of Peace
Dist Atty George Franklin asked the Nevada Supreme Court to oust Justice of the Peace Wootter during his campaign. The request centers on alleged improprieties and conflicts of interest affecting the upcoming election. The filing seeks emergency or expedited action pending a full review.
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Where I Stand Where I Stand The Sun letter on Vietnam experiences
A long letter to the Sun from Brigadier General Winant Sidle challenges a four part Sun series about Kenneth Laswell in Vietnam. It questions Laswell’s rank awards and firsthand claims, notes military records, and cites General Giap’s admission as counterpoint to the series. It ends by promising a continuation in the next page.
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Another Flaw Found In F-111 Fighter Jets
The Pentagon announced a new defect in the Air Force F-111 fleet after two incidents where part of the tail control surface leading edge broke off in flight. All 228 jets remain grounded except 16 test aircraft, with flight testing planned to resume by January if schedules hold.
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Witness hears police order before Kansas student’s fatal shooting
A witness testified he heard an officer yell shoot him before a gunfire killed Harry Nick Rice, 18, near the University of Kansas campus amid a gas battle with youths. The incident followed another campus killing days earlier in Lawrence.
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New York Faces Three Abortions Deaths After Law
Three women died in New York City abortions after the on demand law began July 1. Dr Milton Helpern cited anesthesia reaction as one death. Barbara Riley 27, died after an abortion at Harlem Hospital amid sickle cell history. Carmen Rodriguez died after saline injection to induce abortion in late pregnancy.
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First Yank Shot Down Over Egypt
An American pilot was captured after his Israeli Air Force plane was shot down during raids on Egypt, the Egyptian Information Minister said. An Israeli spokesman denied captives. Israel pressed air strikes along the Suez Canal for the 61st day, with planes returning safely. Egypt claimed 44 Israeli fighters were involved but were repelled by air defenses.
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A Real Hip Gal Joins The SUN's Syndicate Staff
Ellen Peck joins The Sun as a new advice columnist described as stylish and practical. She will address problems from family to rules and environment with a modern, workable approach in The Sun’s Column every Sunday Thursday and Saturday starting next Sunday.
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Few Engineers Trickle Back To Test Site Jobs
About 50 striking Operating Engineers returned to work at the Nevada Test Site 60 miles north of Las Vegas as bus service resumes between Las Vegas and the Site. Gov. Laxalt said an understanding allowed non affected workers to return despite picket lines, leaving 1,500 of 6,300 employees back at their jobs.
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Weather watch notes variable cloudiness and heat
Variable cloudiness and hot, humid conditions persist through Thursday. Today’s high 105 and low 80. yesterday’s high 102 and low 81. Noontime humidity at 1 percent with sunrise 5 40 a.m. and sunset 7 34 p.m. A year ago today 100 78.
Laird Flags Possibility of US Troop Deployment to Middle East
Defense Secretary Melvin R. Laird told visiting students that the United States might eventually deploy troops to the Middle East if needed to counter a Soviet buildup. He noted the danger level in the area surpasses Southeast Asia and stressed monitoring of the evolving arms move into Arab lands. He said there are no plans to involve Americans directly but the situation is being watched closely.
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Living Costs Inch Upward Again In June
The consumer price index rose 0.4 percent in June led by higher used car prices and a seasonal drop in food costs. Administration officials see relief ahead as wholesale prices trend downward and inflation is predicted to ease in coming months. Dr. Joel Hopkins notes the slowdown in the rate of price increases.
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