Absolution and a brush with death in Jerusalem vow
A Mexican couple trekking to Jerusalem to wed faced near death as Arab Israeli fighting raged. They sought a religious blessing from Patriarch Alberto Goirhu and fled toward Amman after bullets and burning trucks halted their journey. American tourist Oswald Quinn recounted the danger near the hotel as gunfire echoed.
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Manhunt in New Mexico Courthouse
A courthouse in New Mexico prompts a manhunt after gunfire wounds two officers critically. Police say the incident began Monday and investigators search for the suspect amid tight security and ongoing inquiries.
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Story
Lull In Vietnam Signals Possible Battle Plans
The report notes a pause in fighting as both sides assess moves. A Navy Crusader jet was shot at over North Vietnam, its pilot parachuting to safety in the Tonkin Gulf minutes later. American warplanes raided rail lines from Hanoi toward Red China, marking renewed air activity amid a prolonged ground war.
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Middle East
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Red China
Vote Age May Be Lowered in Ohio Senate
In Columbus the Ohio Senate considered a perennial measure to drop the voting age from 21 to 19. The sponsors argue the change broadens participation while noting only four states currently allow under 21 voting, with Georgia and Kentucky among them.
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Ohi
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Kentucky
Israel advances in Sinai and Jordan as cease-fire sought
Israeli forces report capturing Shari el Sheikh and Old Jerusalem while Jordan seeks a cease-fire after Arab command consultation. Syria and Egypt vow to continue fighting as UN Security Council calls for a halt. Israeli columns push toward the Suez Canal. Damascus radio and Cairo Radio report competing moves. Jordan asks U.S. to mediate. Saudi Arabia suspends oil sales to supporters of Israel.
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Saudi Arabia
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It's Up To Russians To Stop Arab Armies
An article reports mounting pressure on the United States as Arab states shift away from Washington. The Soviet Union and allied nations gain influence while U.S. efforts to evacuate Americans from Lebanon and other Middle East hotspots intensify after a UN cease fire appeal.
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U.N
Whiel Washington
Middle East
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Soviet Union
Weather forecast for tonight predicts fair and mild
The trio of forecasters say conditions will be fair and mild this evening with a low temperature slipping to a modest level. No significant precipitation is expected as the night cools.
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World War Flames Rise as Arab States Break Ties
After a UN council vote, Abba Eban urged Arabs to recognize Israel while Cairo urged war. Arab states Cairo Syria Algeria Yemen Sudan Iraq Lebanon cut ties with the U S and Britain following Suez Canal closure and oil cuts. The U S and Britain retaliated with reciprocal measures as accusations of air attacks were denied by Washington.
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Hundred Hour War Again Looms In Sinai Drive
Washington reports Israeli armored columns push fast toward key Sinai objectives. U S and allied observers note potential early victory over Egypt may outpace a U S cease fire plan. Israelis attack along three roads across Sinai toward Suez and Gulf of Suez with El Kuntilla as a strategic node.
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Chuckle Teenagers Defined by Phone Work Ethic
A light feature notes how teenagers are humorously described as people who work their fingers to the phone. The piece captures a playful view of youth and technology in daily life.
Middle East war risk lingers despite cease fire
The article notes the United States may stay out of the Middle East conflict if a cease-fire holds, but warns the region remains politically volatile and dangerous until the Arab refugee issue linked to Israel is addressed.
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