Trial of Jewish Lieutenant Continues in Leningrad
In Leningrad the court martial of Lieut. Wulf Zalmanson and nine other Jews proceeds amid secrecy. Trials address charges of treason and plot to hijack a Soviet airliner to emigrate to Israel, with Zalmanson facing possible death and labor camps. The atmosphere remains tightly controlled with postponed hearings and restricted access.
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Moscow threats seen as diversion from Leningrad hijack trial
U S officials call Moscow warning of retaliation an attempt to divert attention from last month’s Leningrad hijack trial in which nine of eleven convicts were Jews. Washington skeptics say Moscow may fear for diplomats and performers and public opinion pressures in the United States.
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Quebec four to be tried for kidnap and murder
Four Quebec suspects face possible life terms on kidnapping and murder charges plus four counts under the Public Order Act for FLQ membership and promoting illegal acts. Pleas were not guilty after refusals. crowd shouted FLQ slogans as they were led from court. Trials to be set soon.
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Ship fire kills five near Saint John
A ship fire at an oil terminal in Saint John New Brunswick killed five men and injured four others. The Irvingstream crewed tanker was berthed at the eastern terminal when the blaze broke out in the crew quarters. Four Irving Oil Co crew members died and one repair worker also perished. Three of the injured are in serious condition. the fourth injury is not serious.
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Ex boxing champ Sonny Liston found dead in Las Vegas home
Former world heavyweight champion Sonny Liston was found dead by his wife in their Paradise Valley home near the Las Vegas Strip. Authorities said no foul play is suspected. an autopsy was ordered. Liston, 38, had a 47 3 record and rose to fame with a 1962 KO of Patterson and a 1964 loss to Muhammad Ali.
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Sonny) Liston
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Court Dismisses Spy Suit Against Army
A federal judge rejected the American Civil Liberties Union bid to halt Army spying on citizens and to destroy collected data. Judge Richard B. Austin called the case a comedy of errors and, while dismissing it, said authorities may use all resources to prepare for civil disturbances. The suit centered on disclosures by former agent John M. O'Brien of espionage against figures like Senator Adlai Stevenson III and Judge Otto Kerner.
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Egyptian official links Middle East peace to Israeli withdrawal
Foreign Minister Mahmoud Riad in London says peace hinges on Israel withdrawing from occupied Arab lands. He expects no policy change but hopes Israel renounces expansion. He cites UN Security Council 1967 terms and urges Big Four power involvement for a lasting solution.
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Trudeau heads to conference amid Commonwealth crisis
Prime Minister Trudeau sails to the Commonwealth prime ministers conference from Ottawa amid debate over South African arms policy. He rejects being seen as a miracle diplomat, warns against pessimism, and notes Canada has no special task. The trip begins from Up Lands base, detouring toward Ishmabad, Pakistan.
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George Ross Dies After Heart Seizure at Local Hospital
George Ross 48 died Tuesday afternoon at Medicine Hat General Hospital after a heart seizure. Funeral services set for 1 30 p m Saturday at St Barnabas Church. Ross led Lost River Ranches a 273000 acre outfit in Manyberries and Milk River area and held posts on Western Stock Growers Association board of governors and University of Lethbridge senate. He chaired federal advisory committee on animal research and veterinary science.
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Angela Davis Trial Move Sought After Marin County Deaths
The defense for Angela Davis asks a change of venue from Marin County as four men died in an escape attempt linked to the case. In Washington, President Nixon backs rapid passage of a law to curb emergency strikes amid a nationwide railway walkout threat.
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