Jets Move to Korea Amid Panmunjom Tensions
Two US air force squadrons and about 25 planes were dispatched from Okinawa and Mountain Home AFB Idaho to Korea as North Korean guards killed two American officers at Panmunjom. Washington warned of precautionary military measures while Seoul urged restraint. Major Arthur Bonifas and Lt. Mark Barrett were honored at a Kimpo memorial service as the U S and UN forces responded to the incident.
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U.N. Security Council
New York
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The Low Road Through 75 Days of Conventions
A political editor vents fatigue at the endless convention coverage with Senators Mondale and Dale in the spotlight. The piece laments the slog of primaries, delegates, and press duty, while previewing the scripted national ritual and leadership questions for the 1980 conventions.
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Third World Not Likely To Get Embargo
Colombo dis patch says nonaligned leaders return after four day summit urging a new economic order while criticizing the United States and allies. They call for a regional bank, oil embargoes unlikely, and a global arms ban on South Africa. They welcome Soviet American detente and seek broader cooperation.
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Ford challenges Carter to first nationwide debate since 1960
President Ford surprised Carter by calling for a face-to-face national debate at the Republican National Convention. Carter immediately signaled readiness, and both campaigns moved to organize a potential series of debates, with staffers coordinating via press statements and committees.
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Jimmy Carter
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Richard M. Nixon
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Ron Nessen
Ford's Campaign Course Blends Tradition and Unusual Tactics
President Ford picks Robert Dole as running mate and opens to debates with Jimmy Carter, signaling a traditional Republican attack on inflation and spenders while departing from incumbents by proposing face to face debates. Ford cites desire for clear issue stance and signals tough media questioning as the debate format.
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Robert Dole
Jimmy Carter
Ford
Lee
Carter
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Peck Calls MacArthur Role Biggest Acting Challenge Yet
Gregory Peck, filming MacArthur aboard the USS Missouri, wears a general’s uniform and a corncob pipe while saying the part is the greatest acting challenge of his career. He describes MacArthur as a multi dimensional figure defined by West Point values of duty, honor and country.
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Wash
Gregory Peck
Douglas MacArthur
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MacArthur
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Reagan backers split on Ford Dole work plan at convention
A Associated Press poll of Reagan delegates and alternates shows 4 out of 5 will work for Ford Dole in the fall, while enthusiasm varies. Many would concentrate efforts on other GOP contenders, and some may abstain or consider third party options. Peggy Wutke and Michael South express support while Hugh Gregg cautions depends on Ford’s tone and alignment with Reagan.
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Reagan
Peggy Wutke
Nevada
Michael South
Colorado
Carter
Hugh Gregg
New Hampshire
Dole
Jimmy Carter
Clara Giordano
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Police Chief to Testify Against Son in Murder Trial
Media Pennsylvania police chief Thomas Bruton says he will testify at his son Thomas Bruton Jr.’s murder trial. The elder Bruton, a 30-year veteran, defends his oath while noting the victim Frank Sawyer was killed amid alleged affair ties to Bruton’s son. Other charged include Sawyer’s estranged wife Sarah Ann and roommate Alphonse Pritchard.
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Thomas Bruton, Jr
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Sawyer
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Alphonse Pritchard
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Marcos Sees Devastated Cotabato City After Quakes
President Marcos and his wife visited Cotabato City in Mindanao to inspect quake and tidal wave ravaged areas. National Disaster Center reported 3,131 dead and 3,117 missing, with 150,000 homeless and 60,000 in relocation camps. Medical teams coped with thousands injured as relief supplies were ferried by military planes. Zamboanga hosted relief efforts amid inland tidal surges.
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Cotabato City
Mindanao
National Disaster Coordinating Center
Marcos
Zamboanga
Zamboanga Peninsula
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