Middle East Tensions Rise as Cease-fire Holds Slipping
Reports from Cairo to Tel Aviv describe continuing political maneuvering around Nasser and a fragile Arab unity as the cease-fire frays. Israeli airstrikes, Napalm claims, and Syrian resistance complicate efforts while Jordan urges civilians to stay put amid refugee flows. The U.S. Navy lists 33 dead and 75 wounded aboard the Liberty.
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Nasser
Cairo
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Syria
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Damascus
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Israe
Ismailia
Jordan
U.S. Navy
Liberty
Pleiku Raid Kills Montagnards and Wounds U.S. Troops
In Pleiku a large mortar attack by Communist forces killed 24 Montagnard trainees and wounded 60, plus 37 American soldiers and 2 Marines. The barrage hit the city perimeter, Montagnard camps, and a training center, with 127 rounds fired. Aircraft retaliated, and air strikes focused on rail yards and bridges near Hanoi and Thanh Hoa. Other incidents include civilian and military damages in various areas of South Vietnam.
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Pleiku
U.S
Truong Son
52Nd
628Th
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North Vietnam
Kep
Hanoi
Air Force
Ba le
Tonkin Gulf
Thanh Hoa
Vinh
da Nang
US and Israel urged to show moderation for Mideast peace
Washington officials say a peace settlement requires Arab recognition of Israel and an end to hostility, with Israel urged to exercise restraint. Soviet U S cooperation on ceasefire questioned as Moscow and Washington weigh divergent Middle East policies. The White House reaffirms support for territorial integrity while avoiding casualty details of Israelian gains.
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UPI
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Israel
Soviet Union
Russia
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White House
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Mideast
Dean Rusk
Rusk
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
George Christian
Johnson
Middle East
Connally Praises Mexican Descent Texans in Public Service
Connally spoke at length about contributions by Texans of Mexican descent from Cabeza de Vaca to today and listed 14 Mexican-American appointees to public offices. He asserted their ongoing role in Texas public life and argued for recognition as bargaining agents for farm labor groups in the Rio Grande Valley.
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Rio Grande Valey
Connally
Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca
Texas
Lockney 1917 Graduates Join Reunion at Baker Residence
The Class of 1917 gathers with the Classes of 1915 1916 and 1918 for a reunion observance at noon Sunday at the Baker residence. An open house reception follows the banquet hosted by Mrs. Dimple McGavack. Members listed include Ruth E. Ford Lubbock and others from across Texas and neighboring states. colors lavender and green. The motto: Our boat is launched where is the shore.
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Baker
Dimple McGavack
James R. Baker
Lockney
Earle Whaley
Kosse
Tex
Beatrice Harkey
Flagstaff
Ariz
Goldie Burns
San Antonio
L. S. Rosser
Ropesville
Bessie Hudson
Boise
Idaho
Daisy Willard
Lebanon
Lockney High
Ruth E. Ford
Lubbock
Tech Delays From Page One
A rector who met with two groups during athletic director Polk Robison’s absence said Friday that expedience is of considerable concern. With it being well into June, time remains limited to address the delay and its impact on plans.
Funeral Pending for John K. Russell in Levelland
Services are pending at George Price Funeral Home for John K. Russell 58 of Whiteface who died at 3 10 a m Friday after a short illness He was a Tennessee native employed by Sun Ray DX Oil Company Survived by his wife two daughters Mary and Zel Morton and others in a missing portion of the text
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Levelland
John K. Russell
George Price i Funeral
Russell
Whiteface
Tennessee
Hoe Itwo Daunters
Mire Mra
Mary Zell
Morton
Births Reported From Local Hospitals
A series of birth notices from area hospitals lists several newborns. Details include dates of birth, weights such as 7 pounds 8 ounces and 6 pounds, and times of birth. Parents' names appear with addresses in Texas communities.
Seminole Victory on Florida Land Claims Moves Toward 40 Million
The Federal Claims Court ruled unanimously that the Seminole Indians retain original ownership of most of Florida’s 32 million acres and may be owed up to 40 million dollars in settlements. No treaty existed. the 1821 cession led to displacement and a historic 19th century resistance.
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Washington
U.S
Federal Claims Court
Florida
Spain
United States
Mississippi
Oklahoma
Everglades
Linton M. Collins
Supreme Court
Storm temperatures soar across Texas with record highs
Storms brought heavy overcast and gusty winds shortly before 9 p.m. Temperatures statewide climbed into the high numbers with Presidio recording 108 degrees and Galveston at 84, as numerous Texas cities posted near record highs including Midland 101 and Wink 101.
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Galveston
Abilene
Alpine
Amarillo
Austin
Beaumont
Brownsville
College Station
Corpus Christi
Childress of
Dalhart
Dallas
el Paso
Fort Worth
Houston
Junction
Laredo
Lubbock
Laikin
Midland
Mineral Wells
San Angelo
San Antonio
Victoria
Waco
Wichita Falls
Wink
Delegates hear solons on postal meet and jobs
The Texas postal convention heard leaders urge pay raises and incentives for postal workers as the service modernizes. Delegates heard Congressmen Joe Pool and Richard White back higher salaries and broader bargaining, with emphasis on management accountability and service to the public. The session also planned officer elections and a host city for 1968.
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Texas
Joe Pool
Dallas
Richard White
el Paso
O. P. Austin
Victoria
White
Postal Supervisors
Postal and Civil Service
Pool
Post Office
Liberty Evacuation Drama Aboard USS America As Fighters Respond
Torpedo damage left the carrier Liberty moving slowly toward safety with wounded aboard in green bags. USS America and destroyers joined to assist as Adml. Geis weighed options for the Liberty’s next move amid a high alert atmosphere and a looming strike plan.
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Liberty
Navy
USS
All India
Funeral today for Mrs Turner in Levelland
Services for 78 year old Mrs J E Turner who died Thursday in a local nursing home will be held at 3 p m today Dr W H Cook officiating. Burial will follow in Level land Cemetery under George C Price Funeral Home direction. She had lived in Hockley County 42 years and was a member of First Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband a brother and three sisters. Pallbearers will be Doyle
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J. E. Turner
W. H. Cook
City of Levelland Cemetery
George C. Price Funeral Home
Turner
Hockley County
First Baptist Church
Doyle
Services for Mrs Felder to be held at First Faith Baptist
Funeral services are set for 2 p.m. at First Faith Baptist Church for Mrs Nancy Carolyn Felder 18 who died Wednesday in a Galveston hospital. Rev. E W Wyatt will officiate. Burial will follow at Peaceful Gardens Cemetery under Sedberry Funeral Home. She is survived by husband Willie a son Caron at home her parents Mr and Mrs Willie Johnson of Lubbock and David Sohnace of Lubbock.
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Galveston
First Faith Baptist Church
E. W. Wyatt
Peaceful Gardens Cemetery
Sedberry Funeral Home
Willie
Caron
Pees Willie Johnson
Lubbock
Long Beach
Calif
David Sohnace Fof
Pair Charged In Slaying Of Two During Holdup Try
In central Texas two 24 year old Dallas men were charged in the slayings of a father and son who arrived at a Waco service station during a holdup. The robbers opened fire after the elder man raised the car hood, killing both victims as officers pursued the suspects.
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Army
Ft. Bliss
West
Pat Wolf
Wolf
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