Subway Fire Kills One. Dozens Hurt in Boston Tunnel
A smoke filled tunnel crisis after a Boston subway car caught fire during dinner hour. One man, Arthur Rotch of Milton, died of smoke inhalation en route to hospital. 94 people treated. 50 admitted, 14 on danger list. Fire appears to originate in braking system, possibly a short circuit. MBTA to investigate. damage estimated at 7000 dollars.
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Cleveland library gain historic landmark status
Cleveland officials designate the main Cleveland Public Library building a historical landmark opening eligibility for federal help to preserve its 18th century French exterior. In a separate incident a train car fire at South Street Station sent 400 people fleeing as passengers faced shouting orders and fear.
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Budget battle over REAP heads to House vote
President Nixon faces a House vote on the Rural Environmental Assistance Program as Democrats push to restore REAP with mandatory funding. The clash hinges on whether Congress or the White House sets spending priorities, amid broader budget-control jockeying and talks of impoundment.
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