Viet Cong denounces Nixon blockade and calls for talks
The Viet Cong in Paris condemned President Nixon for a declared war stance and urged immediate halt to warfare, negotiations, and a coalition government in South Vietnam. They criticized US actions as barbarous and warned of broader conflict escalation.
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Nixon Stops Short Of Declaring A Blockade
President Nixon told the Russians they may sail freighters into North Vietnamese harbors at their own risk but avoided a formal blockade. The plan employs magnetic and acoustic mines to seal Haiphong and other ports, with a grace period of three days for ships to leave.
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Reactions Split Over Nixon Indochina Escalation
President Nixon moves to sever supply lines to North Vietnam drawing mixed reactions from leaders such as Hartke D Bob Dole and McGovern. Senators Humphrey Muskie Kennedy and others warn of danger while supporters call it a necessary escalation to halt the war.
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Terrill Calls Nixon Gutty Move on Mining North Vietnamese Ports
Oklahoma City Monday night state Senator Al Terrill a Lawton Democrat and Senate Majority Leader said Nixon did a gutty thing ordering port mining. He backed the action as a necessary risk and urged possible withdrawal only if conditions are met.
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Oklahoma Members Back Nixon Harbor Mining Plan
Four Oklahoma congressional members supported President Nixon's plan to mine North Vietnamese harbors. Senators and representatives praised the move, with remarks that it was timely and reflective of strong America. Democratic Senate candidate Al Terrill also endorsed the President.
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Protests erupt on many campuses after Nixon speech
Antiwar demonstrations spread to more than a dozen colleges after President Nixon announced orders affecting North Vietnam. Berkeley saw vandalism and clashes with police. New York City protests near Columbia and First National City Bank branches faced clubbing and arrests. Oxford, Ohio students blocked streets. Miami University reported dispersed crowds with no arrests or damage.
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