Rusk Attacks McGovern Defense Plans as Insane
Former Secretary of State Dean Rusk labeled George McGovern's defense proposals insane during a UNC Chapel Hill seminar where Ropp warned of greater nuclear dependence with an all volunteer force. Rusk argued McGovern would rely on a deterrent that is implausible and dangerous.
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TIC
George McGovern
Secretary of State
Dean Rusk
Rusk
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
McGovern
Soviet Union
China
Kennedy
Johnson
University of Georgia
Sherman
Europe
Chapel Hill
Virgil Gaither
Lawton Constitution
Nation's Economy Still Improves Amid Forecast Upward Revision
The Fed reports August industrial production up 0.5 percent and Shultz notes an upward revision to 1972 GNP. GNP is expected to average 1.152 trillion this year, beating January estimates as durable goods rise while mining and utilities dip. Auto output stays at 8.5 million units.
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Washington
Federal Reserve Board
Capitol Hill
Treasury
George P. Shultz
Shultz
Charter Battle Over at Large Council Seats Plays Out
Rev N H Jones urged appointing a black or possibly a woman to two at large council seats. Katherine Owens supported charter details while former officials pressed for a November special election. Wolvert on proposed delay could invite court action as the charter becomes effective September 15 after Gov Hall signed.
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N. H. Jones
Jones
Katherine Owens
Joe Reynolds
C. B. Davis
Wolverton
Manville Redman
David Hall
Federal funds for feasibility study refused in Oklahoma
Oklahoma's bid for 480000 in federal money to study a Tulsa osteopathic medical college was refused three weeks earlier. Regents chancellor Dr. E T Dunlap disclosed the rejection at a Capitol meeting. HEW said the project is premature and demanded proof the school's construction and curriculum are feasible before a grant could be considered.
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Oklahoma City
Oklahoma
Tulsa
E. T. Dunlap
Regents For Higher Education
Capitol
Harry W. Bruce
Divisionment of Health, Education and Welfare
Dunlap
Bruce
HEW
Calendar Deadline Set for October Events
Deadline for activities to be included in October's Calendar of Events is Wednesday September 20. Organization presidents must call McMahon Auditorium at 357 6100 with their activities or projects for inclusion. The calendar is a joint project of the Lawton Junior Service League and the Chamber of Commerce.
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McMahon Auditorium
Lawton Junior Service League
Chamber of Commerce
August Construction Totals Hit Over Million mark
City construction activity in August shows strong gains with residential starts at 912 950 and a total 1 104 250 including apartment complex motel work and additions. Melvin Means builds 32 unit apartment motel at Mission Boulevard and U S 277 with 120 000 and 750 000 costs respectively. Public facilities include a 69 000 tourist information center on East Gore Boulevard raising the monthly total.
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Melvin Means
Mission Blvd
Means
N. U.S
Oklahoma Tire & Supply Co
Central Baptist Church
East Gore Boulevard
Assembly Clash Over Korean Question At U N Session
The 25 nation steering committee will decide agenda items as China joins its first full U N session. Britain and allies back U S insistence Korea not be debated, while socialist states seek to remove foreign influence. Bangladesh presses for U N membership with support from the Soviet bloc and India, challenging China.
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Britain
U.S
Korea
North
South Korea
China
United States
Indian Subcontinent
Bangladesh
U.N
Peking
Security Council
TERRORISM Clash and Diplomacy Rumor In Middle East Crisis
Reported explosion injuries near an embassy, conflicting initial details, while Syria Egypt and Libya pledge swift retaliation for any aggression. Arab League mediation in Beirut continues as Lebanon faces Israeli actions and British mediation efforts emerge for a Middle East peace conference.
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Schachori
Scotland Yard
Shachori
Syria
Egypt
Libya
Lebanon
The
Arab League
Beirut
Israel
Cairo
al Ahram
Britain
Middle East
Dandelion Greens Trend in Salad Dressings
Blanched and chilled dandelion greens elevate a salad with a tangy dressing. The prep highlights blanching to soften bitterness and cooling to retain crisp texture for a bright, peppery bite.
Vietnamese Province Faces New Refugee Wave Amid Battle
Red’s population of 66 989 across nine villages endures fighting that produced thousands of refugees. Que Son and Tien Phuoc towns fell to the enemy, with only Que Son retaken while Tien Phuoc remained under siege. North Vietnam’s 2nd Division suspected of spearheading attacks. Naval air losses rise to 99 jets missing 106 crewmen since April 6. Thunderstorms reduce strikes to 230 across North Vietnam. Three US advisers wounded near Tam Quan. Da Nang sees police arrest two teenagers linked to grenade attacks.
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Que Son
Tien Phuoc
Quang Ngai
Kontum City
Highlands
U.S
Hanoi
North Vietnam
Hanoi-Haiphong
Tam Quan
Binh Dinh
da Nang
Saigon Command
Syrians and Israelis in stalled prisoner swap talks
Diplomatic sources report Syrians have given no explanation for Barrett's arrest amid ongoing talks to swap the five Syrians captured in the Lebanon raid for Israelis held by Syria. Israel demanded broader prisoner exchanges, while Egypt refused. Barrett, recently posted and studying Arabic, was en route with his family when detained. Syrian officials declined comment.
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United States
Barrett
Lebanon
Syria
Israel
Egypt
Sill Holds Unusual Road Rally at Fort Sill
Members of Headquarters Battery 75th Field Artillery Group took part in a road rally training event on Fort Sill West Range. The eight leg 40 mile course tested land navigation driving skills and vehicle use with teams scored for arriving on time, with the winning team led by Spec. 4 Ronald C. Ransom and Sgt. J C Richard J Dedham earning beer mugs and a day off.
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75Th Field Artillery Group
Fort Sill
West Range
Ronald C. Ransom
J.C. Richard J. Dedham
Uganda war reports raise fears of wider conflict
Uganda claims 230 invaders killed and 50 prisoners taken as Amin's forces face a challenge to his rule. Life outside the battle zone continues with roadblocks, while London reports Western officials doubt the border conflict will end soon and Tanzania moves troops to defend the frontier.
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Radio Uganda
Idi Amin
Up Country
London
Kampala
Amin
Arctic Lands Shed Ice in Summer Retreat
Scientists note that the majority of Arctic lands melt their snow and ice each summer, exposing ground and Arctic ecosystems to seasonal warming. The retreat affects albedo and habitat, with implications for climate models and local wildlife.
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Arctic
Heath Urges Big Three Trading Powers to Cooperate
British Prime Minister Edward Heath urged the United States Japan and a united Europe to work together to expand world trade and foster relations with China and the Soviet Union. He warned a rift could harm global trade and monetary systems while stressing cooperation to stabilize markets and aid developing nations. Heath noted Britain’s ongoing ties with Asia and said a continued Western presence supports stability in Southeast Asia and the Commonwealth nations.
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Tokyo
Edward Heath
United States
Japan
Europe
China
Soviet Union
United Europe
Heath
Britain
Far East
India
Pakistan
Ceylon
Southeast Asia
Asia
Australia
New Zealand
Singapore
Malaysia
Habits Improve Cuban Eating Habits Says Scientist
Dr. Nirtza Villapol of the Cuban Radio Broadcasting Institute told the International Nutrition Congress that weekly radio and television programs on food over 13 years have improved the eating habits of the Cuban people in Mexico City.
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Mexico City
Nirtza Villapol
Cuban Radio Broadcasting Institute
International Nutrition Congress
Tolstoy Statue Unveiled in Moscow on Birthday
A 16 foot black granite Tolstoy statue by sculptor Alexei Portyanko was unveiled in Moscow to mark the 144th birthday of the author of War and Peace, Tass reported.
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Leo Tolstoy
Alexei Portyanko
Moscow
Tass
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