Jet plunges into Alameda apartments in out of control crash
An eyewitness described the Navy jet crash over Tahoe Apartments as a shooting star before impact. The Navy board found no clear evidence of mechanical or human error yet. Ten people likely died including the pilot Lt Robert Lee Ward as fire and ashes hinder victim identification.
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Stennis Shows Gradual Gains From Wounds
Doctors treating Sen. John C. Stennis report continued gradual improvement after gunshot injuries. At Walter Reed Army Medical Center the 71 year old senator sat up and conversed with staff though his condition remains very serious and prognosis guarded. Stennis chairs the Senate Armed Services Committee and was wounded January 30 in an attempted robbery in front of his Washington home.
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Social Security tax bite grows with limited protests
Washington reports the 1972 tax increase on Social Security, raised to 631.80 per worker and employer, drawing few protests though critics push for reforms. Supporters point to 20 percent benefit hikes, new cost-of-living adjustments, and expanded protections, while liberals and conservatives alike debate funding, fairness, and long term viability.
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The Matchmaker opens Thursday at Kansas University Theatre
The University Theatre at KU presents The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder opening Thursday with additional performances Friday and Feb 23-24. Directed by Tom P. Rea the farce centers on Dolly Levi and a rich merchant's matchmaking scheme.
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Flu Deaths Still Climb Across U S in Jan
The CDC reports influenza and pneumonia deaths surpass 4 300 in 122 cities since January 1 versus 2 880 expected in a normal period. London flu strains have affected multiple regions over several months.
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