End of U.S. combat role in Vietnam planned by June 30
Saigon sources say by June 30 U.S. forces will switch to advisory and air support for South Vietnamese troops, with 40 000 to 50 000 still in the country in support roles. Defense Secretary Laird cautioned against speculation and noted future goals to be set by President Nixon.
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Infant Wins Battle Few Must Wage
At four months Ty White has survived more ailments than many adults, earning the nickname the baby who refused to die. Doctors say a psychological will to live helps, with support from his mother Pat White and a team of medical staff in Westminster California.
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Rotary meet gathers over a thousand in Lubbock area
More than 1 000 Rotarians and their wives from three states prepare to attend a meeting in Lubbock on Thursday. The report lists related pages for regional and national news including a slain Glasscock County case, a stock fraud probe, and a disease outbreak among horses.
Prayer Line Seeks Guidance in Faithful Path
A reader offers a closing prayer asking God to guide life’s path in the footsteps of one who knows the way to Thee, through Jesus' name.
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Bit Noisy Blimp Ride Gentle For Reporter
Avalanche Journal staffer Sam Fletcher describes a blimp ride from Lubbock Regional Airport, noting a cold wind that caused the craft to bobble above the city. Ground crew doubted takeoff, saying the wind was too strong before final approval to ascend.
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Minibike youth leads 50 mph police chase in Florida
David Alan Seymour a seven year old on a minibike led a 50 mph chase with Brevard County deputies after riding on a main road. He was charged with driving without a license lack of registration tag and attempting to elude police among other infractions. His father described the scene as harsh but noted the boy was in trouble yet scared.
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Red Raiders fall to Lobos in frigid Jones Stadium upset
Texas Tech's Red Raiders hosted New Mexico University in a cold home opener at Jones Stadium. The Lobos led 13 to 10 in a game described as a nightmare in an icebox, with about 2,500 fans watching in Albuquerque.
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Irene strengthens to hurricane near Central America
Irene became a hurricane with 100 mph winds. The NHC warned Costa Rica, southern Nicaragua, and parts of Panama to expect heavy rain up to eight inches and flood alerts as landfall neared near the Costa Rican-Nicaraguan border.
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Blaze Causes Mass Evacuation in Weston Ir
In Weston Ir a chemical blaze after 38 freight cars derailed prompted about 150 residents to flee. The fires burned for six hours then subsided as derailed cars smoldered. no injuries were reported and residents returned home.
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Citizens for Better Law Enforcement meet in Welland
About 300 residents gathered at 2 p.m. to discuss protection after a prowler killed Mrs Myrie Carlisle and attacked two others in the past two weeks. Sammy Hightower presided as residents faulted Levelland police and Hockley County sheriff for inadequate cooperation and urged joint around-the-clock patrols and improved training.
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Nixon Won't Rush Seven Candidates Eyed For Supreme Court
President Nixon weighs a quick decision on a Supreme Court nominee list that includes seven candidates. He aims to avoid a Southern pick and favors a conservative justice while signaling a deliberate, thorough selection process.
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Nixon weighs seven candidates for Supreme Court successor
President Nixon is considering seven unnamed nominees to replace Justice Mayo L. Black who plans to retire at 85 amid ill health. A two hour White House meeting with Attorney General John N. Mitchell preceded the weekend review of possible picks. Ziegler gave no names and noted ongoing deliberations. The president will proceed cautiously from Camp David.
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