Americans Celebrate Nation's 193rd Birthday Coast to Coast
Festivities mark Independence Day from Maine to Hawaii with canoe races and frog jumps, flag ceremonies in Philadelphia and Boston, and fireworks. Nixon attends parade in Florida while Romanians hear a televised Independence Day speech by Harry Barnes Jr. Independence Hall is decked with bunting and a Liberty Bell taps.
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Nine Americans die in enemy bunker attack near Saigon
North Vietnamese troops attacked a U.S. infantry unit about 27 miles northeast of Saigon, killing nine Americans and wounding 19. The clash, the heaviest loss for U.S. forces in days, occurred as reinforcements and air support pressed the fight in a large bunker complex.
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Israel Urged To Drop Annex By UN Security Council
The U N Security Council unanimously urged Israel to rescind its annexation of the Arab sector of Jerusalem. Israel pledged to keep Jerusalem as it has since 1967, while the council warned of further action if Israel does not comply. The United States abstained in 1968 but backed the latest resolution, signaling a shift in stance.
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Fourth of July weekend toll rises with highway crashes
Accidents across the nation during the three day Fourth of July weekend claimed 64 lives. Ohio reported six deaths in highway mishaps while Texas tallied five. The period began at 6 p.m. Thursday and ends at midnight Sunday.
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Elderly Man Dies After Three Vehicle Crash in Lawrence
George Edgar Mosley a 78 year old Lawrence resident died after a three vehicle collision at 2140 Tenn St. he was southbound crossed center line investigators said he traveled 105 feet then struck Donald L Boyd 35 and Mrs Della W Gallagher 66 both treated and released at Lawrence Memorial Hospital Survivors include Blanche Judy Sommer John and four grandchildren services set for Saturday at Rumsey Funeral Home with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery
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Population rise boosts Douglas County revenues and salaries
A 1 737 rise pushes Douglas County population to 45 324 with unclear cash effects on state revenues and local salaries. Officials expect about a 750 average increase for officers after the change, while new state taxes and a $200 000 yearly gas tax share will fund streets and highways. Revenue varies by quarter and year, making precise totals hard to determine.
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Quiet Fourth Threatens Lakeview With Cannon Fire
Lakeview club near Lawrence wakes to cannon blasts from Dr. D. L. Salsbury who uses a 350 pound replica cannon. The device, recast in Newport News is moved by pickup with a cattle jack. He fires blank charges during holidays and tests with loads of concrete cans at about 500 yard range. Water skiers and picnickers at the lake stay wary of his nearby display.
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Rain Expected After July Fourth Heat Wave
The forecast calls for a cold front to bring showers and thundershowers with a 40 percent chance tonight and Saturday, easing to 30 percent by Saturday night. Temperatures drop from mid 90s to around 90 with lows in the lower 70s as the front moves through western Nebraska.
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July Fourth Hours at Jayhawk Food Mart Run Open
The Jayhawk Food Mart at 9th Avenue opens at 7 a.m. and runs until midnight for the Fourth of July. Phone contact is 843-1204.
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Premature U.S. Troop Pullout Questioned by Military Leaders
Washington sources report senior officers deem a 100000 troop withdrawal this year premature despite reduced enemy activity. They warn ARVN gains may not suffice, citing a need for six more months of progress and tying any major pullback to Hanoi negotiations and mutual withdrawal.
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Fireworks Display Opens Jaycees Annual Show
A Memorial Stadium concert by Rep. Larry Winn signals the Lawrence Jaycees Fireworks Display opening at 8 tonight. Ron Gundy, a Jaycee member killed by lightning, is this year’s dedication. The display includes eight set pieces and nearly 300 aerial bombs with two narrators.
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Apollo 11 Crew Spends Holiday at Home Before Moon Trip
Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong Edwin Aldrin and Michael Collins enjoy a family weekend at Houston after a major test run of their lunar mission. The seven day countdown rehearsal went smoothly with spacesuits aboard the moonship and timing set for July 16 launch.
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