Nixon outlines phased Vietnam troop pullout plan
President Nixon unveils an eight point peace plan calling for a gradual reduction of all foreign troops from South Vietnam, followed by an internationally supervised ceasefire and elections. The plan was presented during a 22 minute TV address and discussed by the cabinet and the National Security Council in a joint session.
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Nixon signals peace plan amid Vietnam troop pullback hints
Henry Cabot Lodge joins leaders at a Paris talks review of a four point eight plan under study. Nixon hinted at reducing U S troop strength in Vietnam possibly with a unilateral drawdown as soon as the South Vietnamese can bear more of the fighting. White House sources said 550000 troops could be brought home when safe. Averell Harriman and Senator Fulbright weighed in on the strategy and expected communists’ reaction.
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Parliament approves Criminal Code amendments in Canada
The Parliament of Canada passed the Criminal Code amendments after a divisive debate. Key changes include stricter driving with a balloon test, eight one hundredths of one percent breath limit, procedures for therapeutic abortions, and protections for private behavior between consenting adults. The bill now goes to the Senate for priority review before royal assent.
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Creditiste
Rene Matte
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Crash victims identified in Alberta plane crash near Edmonton
A twin engine Pipe Aztec on a scheduled flight from Swift Current to Regina crashed minutes after takeoff east of Edmonton, killing pilot Jack Mcquaig of Calgary and four passengers Gary Lovatt and Charles Glover both of Edmonton John Riches of Whitby Ontario and Richard Kruse from Ontario. RCMP and a transport department team investigate the wreckage in a field, witnesses describe the crash and explosion-like sound.
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Fortas resigns under pressure over fee scandal
Fortas announces resignation amid mounting criticism over accepting a $20,000 fee from financier Louis Wolfson’s foundation while Wolfson faced securities probes. Nixon’s letter of acceptance and successor timing remain undisclosed. Representative MacGregor calls for full congressional inquiry into the Fortas Wolfson affair.
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Quebec teachers urge mass resignations to force contract deal
Quebec teachers led by Raymond Laliberte of the Quebec Teachers Corporation press for a June 1 resignation deadline after an 18 000 strong march to the legislature. The eight day relay campaign, a stand against stalled talks since 1968, includes calls to resign and an anti education reform coffin. Police clashed with protesters as a sit‑in was attempted and thousands walked to the Coliseum for a final teach‑in. Unresolved issues include teacher pupil ratio, curriculum decisions, workload and salary classifications.
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Rouyn
Restrictions raise concern for Canadian exports
Canadian parliamentarians at the Council of Europe voiced worry that Common Market trade restraints are harming Canada's exports. Privy Council President Donald S. MacDonald said Canada’s agricultural and overall exports lag behind Europe’s growth due to ECM policies. He stressed NATO troop reductions do not ignore European security.
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Canada Europe ties urged in OECD and NATO dialogue
Senate leader Paul Martin urged maximizing cooperation with Europe through NATO and the OECD. An Austrian parliamentarian noted Canada’s growing role in world affairs, stressing Europe should view Canada as a second partner in Atlantic relations.
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Iraq Hangs Spies in Baghdad During Israel Anniversary
In Baghdad 10 Arabs were executed for spying for Israel the United States and Iran nine Iraqis and one Saudi Arabian all Muslims. It marks the 21st anniversary of Israel’s founding with nine of the group said to belong to three spy rings. The 70 year old lawyer was executed after delays to extract more information.
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Unrest Across Arab Areas Marks Israel Anniversary
A new wave of violence hit Gaza City with eight hand grenades causing 31 injuries, mostly women and children, the worst since 1967. Strikes in Jerusalem’s Arab quarter and the West Bank protested Israel’s founding and occupation as police arrested 30 in Jerusalem and security forces widened patrols. Lebanon saw tense scenes as steel-helmeted troops patrolled Beirut intersections and roadblocks outside Sidon and Tyre amid fears of renewed refugee riots.
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