Sadat Purge Prompts New Government in Egypt
President Anwar Sadat declared he would crush threats to freedom and would remove centers of power as he purged allies of Ali Sabry. Six cabinet ministers and three Arab Socialist Union leaders were ousted, with Mahmoud Fawzi expected as vice president and premier. News group sources say a new government would be formed within hours.
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Ali Sabry
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Libya
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Mahmoud Fawzi
Gamal Abdel Nasser
Sabry
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Thelma Talla Honored With School Tree Sculpture
A copper and bronze four by six foot learning tree sculpture was unveiled in the city foyer to honor educator Thelma Talla. The piece features curriculum symbols and an inscription praising Thelma Talla and recognized by Wilma Davis, Kuntz principal, and the Ok program, citing appreciation for her service.
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Panthers Acquitted After Eight Month Bomb Conspiracy Trial
In New York, 13 Black Panthers accused of bomb conspiracy were found not guilty on all 12 counts after an eight month trial. Jurors, including five Black defendants and a Puerto Rican, reported rapid verdicts and surprise at the swift decision.
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Lawton Hires Firm for Northeast Renewal Feasibility Study
The Lawton Urban Renewal Authority awarded a contract to a local firm to study a proposed renewal project in northeast Lawton. The plan covers 575 residences and 150 businesses within the affected area bounded by Gore Boulevard Second Street railroad tracks and Ferris Avenue.
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Model Cities
Henry Nabers
Robert Head
Second Street
Ferris Avenue
State Equalization Board Set To Meet In Oklahoma City
Gov. David Hall calls the Oklahoma Equalization Board to meet at 7 30 a m Monday to update its general fund estimate. Last December the board set the fund at 273 million with about 35 million more from two tax bills. liquor tax up 9 million may be approved next week and signed later this month.
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Oklahoma
State Board of Agriculture
Rogers Says Troop Cuts A Mistake
Secretary of State William P. Rogers warned that Senate approval of a 50 percent cut in U S troop strength in Europe would be a historic mistake and end NATO. He said unilateral withdrawal would harm U S interests and signal the end of the alliance. Symington questioned NATO’s future if half the forces left Europe. Page 4A.
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Europe
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Virginia O’Hanlon Douglas 81 Dies Inspiring Yes Virginia
Virginia O’Hanlon Douglas who at age eight sparked the famed Yes Virginia editorial died at 81 in a nursing home. She lived in North Chatham with her daughter after a long career in Manhattan and Brooklyn serving chronically ill children. Survivors include seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral is Monday at LeClair Chapel.
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Francis P. Church
LeClair Chapel
Soviet Chief Invites NATO To Negotiate
Brezhnev said the Soviet Union is ready to negotiate with NATO and urged the alliance to muster resolve to consider a proposal. He spoke in TBILISI and emphasized willingness to clarify any unclear points.
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Cool Spell Fizzle Expected After Warm Southwest Oklahoma Run
Highs in the mid 80s are forecast Saturday as Southwest Oklahoma’s cool spell ends and warmer air returns. The brief cooldown appears to end with the weekend.
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Oklahoma
Infiltration Road Standstill Before Khe Sanh
North Vietnamese engineers pursue a Laos South Vietnam infiltration road stalled by heavy U S air raids. The six mile advance into South Vietnam and planned ties to a tank trail are uncertain as U S bombings surge near Khe Sanh.
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North Viet Namese
Laos
South Vietnam
U.S
Khe Sanh
Best Foot Forward Parade Salutes Military at Fort Sill
Lawton Fort Sill hosts a day long salute with about 50 civilian groups sponsoring parade floats. Soldiers and Army equipment lead the march along a horseshoe course between Sixth and Second Streets near the Comanche County Courthouse. The 77th Army Band under CWO Owen O Kirby performs as thousands gather at the post airfield after the parade.
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