Deep Breath In Washington As Coast Clears For New Era
In Washington DC Democrats toast five turbulent years with quiet gatherings in Georgetown while Republicans weigh futures amid Watergate parties and Inaugural prep. Nixon takes oath Monday as Johnson departs in Texas, musing on a calm horizon and Capitol crowds gather for a nation poised for unity and sacrifice.
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Soviet cosmonaut Volynov lands safely after Soyuz 5 mission
Tass reports Volynov lands 11 a m Moscow time 124 miles southwest of Kustanay after a 72 hour 46 minute flight. He feels well and reports all experiments complete. The mission included the first crew transfer and docking of two manned orbiting ships, with Soyuz 5 splitting into capsule and orbital compartment during landing.
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Two Panthers Shot Dead at UCLA Meeting
Two Black Panthers officials were killed as a meeting on a black studies program at UCLA ended. Police held 12 witnesses. four others fled the building, unsure if they were shooters or frightened spectators. Victims were John Jerome Huggins, 23, an area captain, and Apprentice Carter, 26, deputy minister of defense, both UCLA students.
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Mid-Continent Snow and Fog Disrupt Travel
A large midsection storm moving from the central plains to the upper Midwest brought snow and thick fog that disrupted air travel and road traffic. Omaha airliners were briefly grounded by seven inches of snow, O'Hare saw flight counts drop, and several airline schedules were canceled or limited. Cold air followed, with mild 30s to 40s temperatures returning across the Mississippi Valley to New England.
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Hickel Left Alone on Senate Firing Line
Washington AP The Alaska governor Walter J. Hickel stands as the only remaining Nixon cabinet nominee facing Senate confirmation after the Interior Committee signaled clearance for rapid approval. Hickel's plan to avoid conflicts of interest is under review, with a committee endorsement expected before Nixon's inauguration Monday.
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First Negro Appointed To CCC
Washington AP The first Negro member in the 86 year history of the Civil Service Commission has been named by President-elect Nixon. James E. Johnson of California veterans official will oversee federal employment as the two years remain in the term. Johnson fills the vacancy created by the resignation of John Macy, with Robert Hampton promoted to chairman. The report also covers Senate committee actions on Cabinet nominees including Laird Packard Kennedy Finch Hickel, and Jackson remark about divestment to avoid conflicts of interest.
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Speed-Up In Paris Talks Hopes For Substantive Session
North Vietnam proposed skipping procedural talks and moving to substantive matters next week at the expanded peace conference in Paris. Col Isa Van Lau said the first-session procedural points should apply to all sessions, while stressing the conference would not be two party dominated. US and South Vietnam delegates, with the Viet Cong Front, met at the Majestic near the Arc de Triomphe for talks that began eight months ago.
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Weekend Rain Expected Across Ohio With Cooler Temperatures
The forecast calls for persistent rain through the weekend in Ohio. Tonight will be chilly with a low around 25, and Sunday’s high near 40 under damp skies.
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Chuckle Adolescence and the Facts of Life
A humorous reflection on adolescence noting that many children feel their parents should be told the facts of life.
Thieu orders timetable for U.S. troop pullout
President Thieu announced that some American combat troops will be withdrawn from South Vietnam this year and directed the military staffs of Vietnam and the United States to draft a timetable. Early indications suggest a 20,000 to 100,000 troop reduction possible by year end, with decisions pending at Paris peace talks.
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Czech Youth Sets Self On Fire Sparks Protest Fear
In Prague 21 year old Jan Palach immolated himself to awaken Czechs under Soviet domination. His burns cover about 85 percent of his body and he is in very grave condition. The act triggers tense demonstrations on Wenceslas Square and university campuses as student and party leaders issue strong statements blaming the Soviet Union and Prague leadership.
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