Two Air Pirates Slain After Plane Hijack Ends
Longueuil Quebec resident and wife traveling to San Diego opened fire as hijackers took control aboard the Bonanza flight. FBI agent and hijacker exchanges left two attackers dead. a passenger, E. H. Carter, 66, died from wounds. Leo Gormley of Van Nuys was injured. others reported in fair condition. The four hour standoff ended after an agent shot the hijackers.
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Democratic convention faces court rulings over seating delegates
The article reports on Democratic leaders and the Credentials Committee amid court rulings affecting seating of delegates, with figures like Califano and Daley referenced. It notes potential walkouts, appeals, and the looming convention as judges weigh legality and party reform rules.
Turmoil in currency markets and hijacking reports
European markets saw the pound rise while the dollar stayed weak and Swiss controls tightened, prompting a surge in gold prices. Reports describe a hijacking on a U.S. plane with passengers facing a gunman and a staged hostage drama as authorities plan legal actions and ransom recovery efforts.
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Humphrey Presses On Amid Convention Challenge
Senator Hubert H. Humphrey vows to stay in the race for the Democratic nomination despite a setback from an appeals court ruling in California. He says he will not back any rival until at least the fourth or fifth ballot and questions McGovern’s threats to bolt the party.
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Texas Men Plead In Assault Case
In San Diego two Texas men James Sien Hamilton and Joe J Weaver pleaded guilty to charges of rape and related assault involving two 17 year old sisters during a camping trip after their car broke down on April 28. Sentencing set for July 26 with bail fixed at $50 000 each.
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Legislative sessions scramble over budget bill and open sessions
The House and Senate debate a 4.1 billion general appropriations bill amid a special session call by Governor Preston Smith. A two day review pause is discussed as leaders seek to pass the measure by Friday. An Austin Senate amendment seeks to open secret sessions to the public while party lines form on voting.
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Meat price stability forecast after grocer meeting
Former Treasury Secretary Connally predicts meat prices will fall due to market forces, not government pressure, following a meeting with large grocery chains held last March to curb meat prices.
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Senate approves three-senator committee on insurance solvency
The Senate approved a resolution creating a three senator committee to assess whether policyholders receive every possible break when solvent insurers are placed in state receivership. They scheduled a 3 pm session to act on Smith's appointments to state posts including Secretary of State Bob Bullock and others.
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West Texas Holiday Toll Hits 17 Killed
West Texas endured one of its worst Fourth of July traffic periods with 17 deaths over 102 hours. A head-on crash north of Abilene claimed nine victims, the ninth dying on Wednesday, while four died near Littlefield and two women died in a single vehicle rollover near Morton. A man and his son also died in another one car accident near Morton, pushing Texas to second nationally with 69 traffic deaths behind California.
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Gunman Admonishes Crowd Before Fleeing Scene
Fragmentary report describes a gunman issuing an admonition before fleeing. Details are unclear with several words garbled, but mentions persons reacting and an incident occurring over a Sunday to Monday period.
Vietnamese War Update Amid Quang Tri Battle
Allied units push into Quang Tri killing 208 enemies in a sharp clash. Four South Vietnamese die and 31 wounded near Kampong Ray on the Cambodia South Vietnam border. B52 bombers fly four North Vietnam missions, 15 more in support of the South Vietnamese counter off ensive. 1,200 troops reach Quang Tri city, seizing the rail station before heavy combat ensues against Communist forces.
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Poor People Protests At Democratic Convention Seats Trial
Welfare advocates led by Abernathy Gray and Wiley staged a protest in the auditorium demanding representation for poor Americans at the convention. They sat in front rows and argued the 780 seat need reflects national poverty levels and urged inclusion in the Democratic party and platform.
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