Overthrow of Diem Considered in Pentagon Study Leak
Chicago Sun-Times publishes part of a classified Pentagon study on Vietnam. Memos by Roger Hilsman urge Diem’s ouster if he negotiates with North Vietnam, revealing Kennedy era debates. Courts consider restraining orders. broader publication blocked or pending rulings.
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Nixon cites Truman on classified papers political motive
Nixon recalls 1950s accusation that the Truman administration kept secret documents for political purposes. He argues that the test for classifying secrets now hinges on political impact rather than national security. General MacArthur and others are mentioned in framing the issue.
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Nixon and Truman Feud Over MacArthur War Docs
The 1951 clash centered on Times use of Wake Island talks and MacArthur predictions. Nixon demanded full access to classified papers, while Truman released the records to congressional committees. The dispute highlighted national security fears and press freedom in wartime reporting.
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Ohio Senate moves interim budget through quickly
The Ohio Senate held first hearings on a 297 million interim state budget amid bi partisan support. The plan extends current services to July with welfare and education tweaks and includes 316.8 million for bond obligations. No new revenue is planned, but deficits loom without future funding.
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Miami woman ordered to shed 60 pounds under probation
Mary Louise Peterson must lose 60 pounds in five months or face three years in jail as a term of probation for disorderly conduct and resisting police. At sentencing she weighed 315 pounds and has since slimmed to 310. She plans a protein diet and weight loss treatment as she reports to her probation officer.
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Man Pleads Guilty in Triple Slaying Case
Claude E Vealey, a key defender in the 1969 Yablonski slayings, pleaded guilty to murder in Washington County Common Pleas Court. The case involved insurgent Joseph A Yablonski and his wife and daughter.
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Partly sunny tomorrow with possible thundershowers
Weather forecast notes partly sunny skies with a chance of thundershowers. Highs are expected in the mid 60s with mild conditions, while yesterday’s high reached 61 and the low remained unclear.
Blind Broadcaster Breaks Ground On TV News
Springfield AP report highlights Paul Caputo 28, a blind WWLP-TV newsreader who uses braille and a seeing eye dog. He reads Braille copy with one hand while gauging lines, aided by a high speed braille embosser under development at MIT.
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