Nixon Plans Summer Offensive On Wild Grass
The Nixon administration will launch a nationwide effort to eradicate wild marijuana on farm land across 10 Midwestern states. The program uses 85000 in Justice Department funds passed to Agriculture, with grants to farmers to cover eradication costs. WHEP wild Hemp Elimination Program aims to remove marijuana from fence rows streams and field corners, with initial 46000 allocated for about 22000 acres. The plan follows a voluntary last year and targets land along roads and private fields.
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Railroads Enter Amtrak Era Tonight Amid Protests
Washington AP reports railroads begin the Amtrak era at midnight as 178 of 360 passenger trains switch to the new corporation. Courts weigh appeals against the transfer while unions and critics threaten slowdowns. Amtrak forecasts initial losses but pledges better service to win riders.
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Studies on height rise fail to lift public woes
Modern people appear taller according to studies yet remain mired in trouble. Researchers note taller statures accompany ongoing social and economic pressures, implying growth does not reduce hardship.
Kent State Tragedy Lesson Hailed by Gov Gilligan
Gov John J Gilligan urged restraint and discipline in public life as Kent State marks the May 4 deaths He called for reflection on the violence that tore society and stressed clear communication between troops university authorities and civilians The interview cited lessons on using troops among civilians and the need for civility to preserve rights and liberties.
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Week of Violence Fire Destroys Huntsville Warehouse
A large furniture warehouse was destroyed by a Thursday night fire in Huntsville Alabama. The blaze blacked out about 500000 dollars worth of goods and spread through a A percent thousand square foot facility amid a wave of recent similar fires.
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Dinner Honors Winners Of Self-Reliance Awards
Joy Jones reports the Middletown Jaycees hosted a dinner at Manchester Motor Inn honoring self reliance award winners. Christaine Weatherwax received the $500 top award with plans and activities detailed alongside other place winners, finalists, and community service roles.
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Anne Marie Mulligan
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Increasing clouds and showers expected this weekend
Weather forecast notes increasing cloudiness this evening with a chance of showers tonight and tomorrow. Lows in the 40s and a high near 50s on Saturday. Yesterday's high reached 63 and this morning's low was in the 40s.
Nixon's Press Conference at TV News Briefing
President Nixon defended against antiwar protests and said the United States aims to end mainland China's isolation. He signaled possible visit to China, warned that setting a withdrawal date in Vietnam would hurt negotiations, and rejected busing for racial balance while pledging compliance with Supreme Court rulings.
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