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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1972
Page
1
A compact column notes erratic Indiana weather over weeks with warm spells, heavy fog, and ice rink attempts by Linton firemen. It cites a Christmas Eve forecast for central Indiana 1972, plus a 100 year survey of December conditions and Santa’s potential rain gear.
In Paris the Communist delegations stormed out after the renewed U.S. bombing of North Vietnam. In Saigon President Nixon issued an ultimatum to both Vietnams to accept Washington terms, while Brezhnev in Moscow condemned the bombing and pledged aid to Hanoi. The North Vietnamese and Viet Cong briefly attended the session, then left. The U.S. says it will halt aid to South Vietnam and continue airstrikes unless terms are met. B52 losses and missing crew were reported as the war widens. Nixon sent a letter to Thieu via Gen Haig outlining the stance and the talks breakdown.
President Nixon selects James R. Schlesinger to lead the CIA replacing Richard Helms who will become ambassador to Iran. Patrick Gray II will receive a full FBI term after serving as acting director since Hoover's death last May while recovering from intestinal surgery. Gray had been an assistant attorney general before moving to the FBI.
U S military reports three additional B52 bombers were shot down during raids over North Vietnam bringing total losses to six since full scale air raids resumed. Two aircraft went down near Hanoi with 12 crewmen missing. another crashed in Thailand after the crew parachuted to safety.
The fall of 1972 was described as among the gloomiest on record by the National Weather Service in Indianapolis. The statement notes the upcoming winter season is expected to be as gloomy as the prior months, with optimism suggested for the future.
Arnold Miller, who defeated Tony Boyle for UMW president in a court ordered election, studies how to handle an apparent power struggle with Boyle supporters. Miller awaits swearing in once Judge Bryant approves the court order. Boyle allies on the IEB in New York moved to block purges and denied Miller $50,000 in expenses before he takes office.
A North Central DC9 taking off in fog at O Hare collided with a Delta Convair 889 on the taxiway. Nine killed of 45 aboard the North Central jet, 15 injured, two with Delta. FAA and NTSB to review causes and weather.
Washington reports that if peace in Vietnam remains elusive when Congress reconvenes in January, a renewed and resolute push to end U S involvement is anticipated. Despite setbacks from stalled talks and intensified bombing, prospects for swift action remain uncertain as lawmakers prepare to challenge President Nixon and press new demands.
Crane Naval Ammunition Depot may keep a civilian payroll around 5,000 as it converts engineering and scientific capabilities to civilian use. Commander Frank R. Friddle says the current payroll is about 5,900 with a planned postwar reduction of roughly 900. The depot reached a 7,000 peak in 1968, and some civilian benefits are planned for the local community.
Greene County Soil and Water Conservation District hosted a December 19 meeting in Bloomfield for Owen Monroe Lawrence and Greene counties to explore forming a Resource Conservation and Development Project. Monroe and Lawrence districts plan to apply. Owen and Greene to decide in January. 18 people attended.
Apollo 17 astronauts Eugene Cernan Ronald Evans and Jack Schmitt landed at Ellington Field Houston at 10 44 a m EST ending a 6300 mile Pacific splashdown journey. They thanked God and praised supporters while a 1000 cheering crowd welcomed the trio home.
Former President Harry Truman, 88, in very serious condition after 18 days in hospital, receives intravenous feeding designed to nourish him while his kidneys fail. Doctors say the method has not yet shown results and it is too early to judge its effectiveness.
A 16 year old Odon youth was killed when a small pistol discharged at a home three miles northeast of Odon. Michael Plummer, a member of the North Daviess football team, died from the 38 caliber Derringer discharge. Funeral services set for 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Poindexter and Son Funeral Home in Odon.
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