Prague fears grow over possible Soviet occupation
Fears of a Soviet occupation spread across Prague after unconfirmed reports of a major concession to Moscow and a split in the Communist party presidium. Dubcek reiterated sovereignty opposition to Russian troop stations as Moscow demands military aid to shield the western flank. reports say a snap vote tipped against his progressive wing while a presidium communique hinted at a major concession. Vaclav Prehlik was ordered back to army service and the party abolished its political department controlling army police and judiciary.
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Nigeria and Biafra discuss relief corridor supervision
Nigeria and Biafra agreed on a relief corridor from Enugu to Angu and Okugwu but clash over who will supervise it. Radio Biafra called the route a concession, to be overseen by civilian observers from six OAU states, while Biafran reps demand observers from Tanzania Gabon Ivory Coast and Zambia. A second Niger River route was also proposed. In Niamey delegates held what was seen as their final full session, with possible referral to Addis Ababa talks if mercy corridor control is unresolved.
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Mounting criticism hits Negro mayor Stokes in Cleveland
LEVELAND CP May or Stokes the first Negro to run a major U S city faced mounting criticism over his handling of racial disorders that left 10 dead and 23 wounded after three nights of looting and arson amid a gun battle between militants and police Stokes toured the Gilville area appealing to 75 000 Negro residents to restore order Critics say his Wednesday decision to withdraw National Guard and white police worsened the disorder and that black militants aim to maximize chaos this summer regardless of his race
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Strom opens Stampede with guest of honor and rodeo stars
An overflow crowd watched Stampede Day One as President introduced guest Harry Strom provincial minister of municipal affairs and other officials. Cowboys shone in events with Jim Dix on Moonshine edging Happy Tegart on Mr Mouch in bareback bronc. Dale Rose led calf roping. Don Garrett led amateur bronc riding. Lynn Jensen topped steer wrestling. See page 13 for results and discussions on agriculture prize lists and fair category upgrades.
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Jack Dawson
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Darrel Hinkey
Wayne Akins
Jim Lauder
Emil Chomestik
Don Garricek
Chris Kind
Black Jack
Jack Duce
el Rancho
Lynn Jensen
Taber
Malcolm Jones
Secrecy lid on postal strike talks holds firm
Ottawa mediation talks between the Treasury Board and the United Packinghouse Workers Union remain in secrecy with Judge Rene Lippe driving negotiations on non monetary issues like working conditions. The parties report a free exchange but no concrete settlements yet as talks move to separate sessions and a potential 8 PM meeting.
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Kiddies Day Parade honors former parks supervisor
A Kiddies Day Parade in Medicine Hat features seven local parks units and Redcliff representation. Grand Marshal Miss Phyllis Becker, 16, head of city playgrounds, leads the event as 15 000 spectators watch. AM Turlock wins glamor class in the exhibition horse show. Stampede president Joe Fisher and Mayor Chuck Meagher ride in a four wheel carriage amid other officials including Bud Olson Harry Strom Alex Kaleta and Jack Grogan.
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Bud Olson
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Harry Leinweber
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Carol Baumback
Postal workers undecided about picking up cheques
Ottawa union leader Fern Lachance and other officials expressed firm opposition to crossing picket lines to collect pay for the three days July 15 to July 18 when 24 000 Canadian postal workers were on strike. Local and national unions debated how to distribute partial cheques while avoiding line-crossing.
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Fern Lachance
Canada
Norm Bannon
Medicine Hat
Canadian Union of Postal Workers
Calgary
Toronto
Robert McGarry
McGarry
Rockefeller and McCarthy Clash Over World Order and Vietnam
Rockefeller envisions a new world order based on East West cooperation and dialogue with China and the Soviet Union to curb arms racing and prevent small wars from expanding. McCarthy says he will not meet North Vietnamese negotiators in Paris, citing the Honolulu communique and offering that talks with the current players would overstep the administration.
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China
Soviet Union
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U.S
Russia
Middle East
Eugene J. McCarthy
Paris
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Honolulu
Johnson
South Vietnam
Nguyen van Thieu
North Vietnam
Canadian troops to stay in Europe despite review talks
Defence Minister Raymond Cadieux stated Canada will not withdraw its troops from Europe and will honor commitments with West Germany. He said a world-wide defence review is possible but not a removal of troops in Germany. West German Defence Minister Gerhard Schroeder spoke with Montreal officials including Mayor Jean Drapeau.
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