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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1973

Page

4

Bombs Hit Near Phnom Penh Amid Cambodian Turmoil

Reports from Tam said government troops faced artillery and sporadic machine gun fire less than a mile from the premier as rebels reportedly infiltrated Phnom Penh. Col Am Rong announced weapon caches uncovered and Chinese detainees linked to Communist influence. Cambodian forces reopened Highway to Neak Luong and claimed gains while evacuation plans loomed if attacked. South Vietnam reported a damaged helicopter near Saigon, with heavy shelling of Hue positions and Viet Cong violations in the 30 hour period.

Associated Press Matt Franjola Prek Pnou Mekong Phnom Penh Tam Tfhyine Am Rong Thailand South Vietnam Kon ELS Emory. C. Swank Oni CES Mekong River Neak Luong Phnom Penh Saigon Saisson Hue

Confused Records Shadow Cambodian War Start

Washington reports reveal tangled U S bombing debate over Cambodia's war origins. The piece cites congressional action and disputed dates from March 1969, noting secrecy around early raids and shifting Pentagon briefs amid public unease with the conflict.

Gutted Cambodian Road Reveals Vast Ruin

Destruction along Highway Rostart near Phnom Penh and Neak Laong shows extensive U S bombing damage. Cratered road, shattered villages, and displaced civilians mark a costly retreat as government crews begin repairs.

Abernathy Says He Might Accept Draft as SCLC President

Los Angeles report notes Dr Ralph Abernathy stating he would accept a draft to be president of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference if a successor with honesty and integrity cannot be found. He announced on July 5 his stepping down due to limited financial support. He said others urged him to reconsider, but sees no clear replacement in the King Abernathy tradition.

Los Angeles OPED Ralph Abernathy Southern Christian Leadership Conference Noc Abernathy Martin

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