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Newspaper

Mexico Ledger

Location

Mexico, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1971

Page

7

Colombo Shot At Unity Rally Leaves Leader Critical

Joseph Colombo founder of the Italian-American Civil Rights League lies in critical condition after a gunman fired three bullets at close range during the Unity Day rally near a Columbus statue. Witnesses described a freelance photographer who was identified as Jerome A. Johnson, 25, of New Brunswick. he was killed by police moments later.

Lombo Colombo Albert Seedman Jerome A. Johnson New Brunswick N.J Joseph Albert Gallo Carlo Gambino New York Gambino Civil Rights League League Underworld Mafia Cosa Nostra Christopher Columbus James Delmonico

Withdraw of Two Air Force Squadrons From Europe Revealed

The report shows that last year the United States quietly pulled two Air Force squadrons from Europe despite pledges to strengthen NATO forces. Dual-basing units remain ready to return in emergencies, though senior officers question its effectiveness as a substitute for in-place forces.

Washington United States Europe U.S House Appropriations Committee Pentagon Air Force Shaw Air Force Base D.C Nixon NATO Brussels David A. Burchinal Appropriations Committee

More Teacher Strikes Says NEA President

DETROIT AP The NEA president-elect predicts more teacher strikes in 1971 72 with action in surprising areas. He says strikes may focus on negotiating voice rather than wages and supports severing federal aid to private schools while opposing public funds for private colleges. He condemns Nixon statements on aid as irresponsible.

Detroit National Education Association NEA Donald E. Morrison San Diego Calif San Francisco Morrison Nixon United States

Jesse James Pistol Stolen From St Joseph Museum

A 31 caliber revolver once owned by Jesse James was stolen from the St Joseph Museum. The theft, not found until Monday, likely occurred Sunday when the front glass panel of a display case was removed and the revolver taken. The thief also tried to access other cases.

ST. Joseph Jesse James St. Joseph Museum Richard Nolf Nolf

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