Monte Alban and America's First City Revealed
The article contemplates Monte Alban as an ancient Mesoamerican city in Oaxaca, noting its age about 2,700 years, its elevated hilltop site, and its remarkable yet puzzling abandonment. It ponders how a premodern society built extensive temples and arts without wheels, draft animals, or metals, and questions what led to its decline amid population growth and environmental strain.
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America
Atomic
Tikal
B.C
Eat
Site de Deseo
Ocr
Monte
Alban
Tutta
Mayor Seeks Transit Help In Arlington Plan
Arlington officials propose creating a commission to study regional transit needs amid growing highway and rail discussions. The 1967 effort aims to secure federal aid for possible rapid transit and elevated routes, with plans for committees to review transportation commissions and related projects.
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Arlington
Aurora
Fort Worth
Dallas
Wallnelude
Vandergrift
Bank Robbery Strikes New Haven Branch
At the Long Wharf First New Haven National Bank a gunman robbed customers, with a wife waiting outside witnessing the scene. Police were summoned as the robber escaped with $2,390 in cash.
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Long Wharf
First New Haven National Bank
City News: Cooper Shot in Barracks
A report notes that Cooper was shot in the men's barracks at a Ville location, with authorities investigating the incident and seeking witnesses to establish a timeline and motive.
Officials in 16 States Agree on Federal Wage Law Surprise
Atty Gen Martin says federal minimum wage limits exceed state powers and critics warn against federal overreach. He notes 18 states backing a state led approach while discussing amendments and enforcement timelines. Labor scales discussed include 1.15 in 1968, 1.20, 1.45 in 1970 and 1.60 in 1971 with penalties for violations and reporting requirements.
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Austin
Adam Clayton Powell
Martin
Emment
House
Fo. Houten
Mar
Tin
Penate
Crea
Legitimure
Congress
Senate
Texas
Jean John Tower
House of Congress
Photographers Choose Winners in Print Edition
Photographers pick top prints for the Bout Piaie exhibition, selecting standout images from a diverse set. Winners include noted locals and regional contributors, with jurors citing composition, mood, and technical skill across several categories.
Judge orders transfer of conservatorship for Birch
Pasadena report states Judge Frank Wickham ordered the conservatorship for Birch transferred from Pasadena to the Monrovia branch of the U S National Bank of San Diego. Testimony by a psychiatrist described Birch as nearly blind. nomination details and local stock show results are noted, with references to Vineyard and Swisher County achievements.
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Suprior
Frank Wickhem
Se Surity
Pasadena
Monrovia
Calif
U. S. National Bank of San
Wickham
Birch
Kress +H
Ofi Grand Ha
Little Chater
Melvin Young
U. 8 National Bank of
Santos
Diego
Rescued Flier Johnson Awards Medal at Air Base
The ceremony at Prest Air Base West er te te ent dofinson honored an air force officer with the Medal of Honor for conspicuous valor. The White House event featured the recipient and his family including wife Relia Jane and their five sons, with dignitaries applying the utmost praise.
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Wester Te
Dofinson
Aont
White House
Fisher
Relia Jane
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Maya
Mexico City
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CPA
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Piaie
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Voldene
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Poogiles
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Kress
Jamb
Eros
Johnson
Air Force
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