Kennedy Ousted as Senate Democratic Whip in 92nd Congress
The 92nd Congress opens with Sen. Edward M. Kennedy dethroned as Democratic Senate whip by Sen. Robert Byrd 31 to 24. Byrd moves to No. 2 behind Sen. Mike Mansfield as Republicans reelect Sen. Hugh Scott. Kennedy vows no excuses and signals focus on other interests.
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Truman Rushed to Hospital in Sudden Abdominal Pain
Former President Harry S Truman, 86, was admitted to Research Hospital in South Kansas City after a sudden onset of moderately severe abdominal pain. Doctors say he is conscious, in good condition, and resting. his wife Bess Truman is at his bedside.
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Industry plan unveiled to 150 community leaders in Lompoc
A kickoff luncheon at Lions Inn launched a drive by the Lompoc Valley Economic Development Association to diversify the local economy. Robert Kranig and George Smith urged hiring a professional developer, pledged memberships, and mapped a year-one budget of 45 000 dollars with city funds matching 20 000 dollars. Santa Maria developers showcased nine firms adding 2 086 jobs and boosting regional growth. Col Art Meek received a retirement gift from the Chamber of Commerce.
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Cambodians Break Through Encirclement at Pich Nil Pass
Cambodian troops broke through Communist siege at the Pich Nil Pass 60 miles southwest of Phnom Penh. They climbed 800 yards up the slope, raised the Cambodian flag atop the former Sihanouk palace, and celebrated amid mortar fire and napalm from U S jets.
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Israelis worry Egypt breaks quiet diplomacy in peace talks
Israeli officials voiced concern that Egypt has shifted away from quiet diplomacy in Middle East peace negotiations, while stressing Israel will not boycott the talks. The outlook in Jerusalem grew gloomier after prior optimism. Al Fatah said fresh Jordanian Army clashes with Palestinian commandos occurred in Beirut, but a Jordanian spokesman denied the report as false.
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Mansfield says Nixon actions exceed Congress intent in Cambodia
Senate Democratic Leader Mike Mansfield accuses the Nixon administration of surpassing congressional intent with intensified air operations in Cambodia. Senator Cooper cites the Cooper Church amendment as violated, while Judge Cox binds Dana Cully on LSD and marijuana charges. House liberals push for immediate halt to offensive actions and a June 30 withdrawal deadline.
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County planners defer action on road circulation plans
County planning commissioners declined to pick between two Valley highway alignments for the Wye intersection after nearly two hours of testimony. A February Santa Barbara meeting is planned to finalize recommendations for the General Plan update with input from Lompoc officials and residents.
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