Top Sources Say No Point In Changing Bomb Policies
U S officials insist continued bombing of military targets in North Vietnam is needed to deter aggression and protect lives in South Vietnam. They acknowledge civilian casualties but say some damage is unavoidable near military sites. A Times report details a downed Ryan Firebee drone over Hanoi and raids near rail yards and residential districts.
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Gialem
Yenvien
Civilians killed in North Vietnam raids acknowledged by sources
Saigon sources say civilian deaths occurred in U S bombing near Hanoi on December 13 14 as raids hit a railway yard and truck depot. Officials insist strikes targeted military sites with accidents inevitable, and civilian casualties will recur due to heavy ordnance.
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Quake Strikes Northern Chile Tall Tal Port City Hit Hard
An AP report from Santiago says a violent quake hit northern Chile early today destroying about half of Taltal’s houses and buildings. One child died, three others hurt as water mains ruptured and power failed. Army and police moved in to restore order and aid rescue.
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Johnson Says U S Air Strikes Target Only Military Sites
The White House affirmed that President Johnson has never authorized bombing civilian sites in North Vietnam and that policy strictly limits actions to military targets. Pentagon admission of civilian harm prompted White House spokesman George Christian to defend consistency and deny violations of policy.
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City Commission OKs New Snorkel Fire Truck Purchase
The City Commission approved a $61 000 Snorkel fire truck for the Lawrence Fire Department and set up speed limit enforcement on Kentucky Street near St Johns School with a rolling sign and radar. The panel also extended permit periods, redefined front yard, set city boundaries, and approved multiple vehicle bids and appointments.
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16Th Street
Chicago meeting studies three Kansas turnpikes plans
A Topeka finance panel met in Chicago to explore funding three proposed Kansas turnpikes. The routes connect Kansas City to Garnett on the eastern border, Wichita to Baxter Springs, and Wichita to Hays. Officials weighed pledging gas tax revenues, bond interest estimates, and legislative features to boost market appeal.
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California birth rate hits lowest level in 25 years
California's birth rate fell in 1986 to the lowest level in 25 years according to the State Health Department. The agency said 345,000 births occurred, about 18 per 1000 people, down 9,000 from 1965. No reason for the decline was given.
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Snow Drifting Across Kansas and Missouri Halts Travel
Blowing and drifting snow covered wide areas of Kansas and Missouri after a heavy storm. Snow totals ranged from a few inches to a foot with rain sleet later. ice and freezing drizzle created dangerous driving conditions on many roads. Highways were blocked, I 70 limited to one lane, and some travelers arrived late to the Big Eight tournament in Kansas City. Weather warnings extended across the Plains and Midwest with colder air forecast.
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Beating of 17-Year-Old Roth Detroit Suburb
John Cummings Jr. 17 of Shelby Township was beaten and robbed of 16 cents by four youths in Sterling during a hitchhiking incident on Van Dyke Road. He was found by a resident after seven doors refused him aid and is hospitalized in serious condition with head injuries. Four suspects faced armed robbery and assault with intent to murder charges. two others surrendered later.
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Unidentified man helps officer during struggle in Detroit
An unidentified passerby saved patrolman Gerald Pastula's pistol during an ambush attempt outside a vacant building. Pastula and partner chased two burglars. a man leaped from a window and seized the officer's weapon, then the passerby knocked the assailant down and returned the pistol. The two suspects were detained for burglary investigation.
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Justice Admits Eavesdropping Case In Tax Probe
The Justice Department disclosed an eighth eavesdropping admission. FBI microphones reportedly overheard conversations at a Warwick RI business tied to Louis J. Taglianetti, later convicted of income tax evasion for 1956 to 1958. He received a three year prison term and a $3000 fine.
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China reports fifth nuclear test at Lop Nor proving ground
The New China News Agency announced a fifth nuclear explosion by China in the western region. U S officials say the test occurred in the atmosphere at Lop Nor Proving Ground in Sinkiang Province, with no location given by Beijing.
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Peking
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Lop Nor
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Sinkiang Province
Injury Reports At Lawrence Memorial Hospital
One person treated and one admitted after injuries on Tuesday and this morning. Mrs. Lillie Haley of 1117 R.I. is in good condition after admission for a possible ankle fracture, while Alta Southard, 42, of 408 Ind., cut her left finger on a knife.
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R.I
Alta Southard
Safety Passports offered during year-end Turnpike hour
The Kansas Turnpike Authority will again issue Safety Passports allowing a free coffee during 11 p.m. Saturday to 7 a.m. Sunday at six Savarin locations. This sixth annual tradition aims to boost safety for Turnpike travelers during New Year celebrations.
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