Flood Toll 117 as Cleanups Begin Across Flooded States
Massive relief efforts start as flood waters recede after Agnes. Death toll reaches 117 with tens of thousands homeless. Over $1 billion in damage in Pennsylvania. federal aid promised after governors and officials meet in Harrisburg. 112000 homeless in 330 shelters across four states as disaster fund seeks $10 million. Watches remain in Petersburg and Almond as floodwaters ease in Harrisburg Wilkes Barre and surrounding areas.
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Relief Efforts Underway After Floods Hit Several States
In Harrisburg a policeman reported widespread looting with boats used to ransack houses. Richmond’s water system resumed but remains undrinkable. 80 Pennsylvania communities lack potable water. Red Cross launches a $10 million disaster fund as airlifted supplies reach Pennsylvania towns. federal and state figures show over $1 billion in damage with only a tiny portion insured.
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New Forces Reported Joining North Vietnam Transport Effort
North Vietnam announced new forces have joined its transport and communications network to keep supplies moving under heavy U S bombing. Radio Hanoi described repaired bridges and roads despite hardships, noting cooperation with these forces though U S claims say bombing hampers movement.
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Price Commission holds secret session on food prices
Washington AP report says the seven member Price Commission met in closed session for over four hours. Chairman C Jackson Grayson declined to discuss specifics and said the group reached a consensus to say nothing. Earlier reports noted talk of a temporary meat price freeze amid White House discussions on imports.
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Weather Outlook: Warm Mild Nights Through Friday
Clear tonight with lows in the upper 50s. Tomorrow will be sunny and warmer with highs near 80. A warm spell continues through Friday with 80s by day and 60s at night. yesterday’s high was 69 and overnight low 51.
Ohio River flood crisis eases as waters recede
Officials say the Ohio River flood crisis is past with crests in Belmont Jefferson Columbiana and Monroe counties. Damage estimates mount in nearby states though there were no flood deaths reported. Steubenville and East Liverpool faced the worst crests while the river receded Sunday.
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Doty Scouts At Work At Camp Hook Outdoor Merit Badges
Middletown’s Doty House Boy Scout troop spent a day in the outdoors at Camp Hook. The scouts studied wildlife earned merit badges and cooked on open fires under outdoor guidance. Journal photographer John Sheckler captured the outing for page 9.
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McGovern Seeks First-Ballot Nomination Win
Sen George McGovern appears ready to announce he has secured enough black delegate commitments to exceed 1509 votes for the Democratic nomination on the first ballot. He plans a six city South campaign tour after a Washington news conference with about a dozen black delegates and MLK’s widow anticipated.
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Chuckle Sign in a Pawnshop Antiquated Slogan
A pawnshop displays a humorous sign reading See us at your earliest inconvenience. The quip reflects thrift shop humor and local color as customers browse vintage wares and bargain items.
God Loves You Bandits Hold Up Pontiac Church
In Pontiac Michigan two youths robbed Christ in Christian Union Church during a Sunday service taking about 400 dollars. The Rev James Nesselroad and 40 parishioners were unharmed and asked not to prosecute, hoping the robbers find a better path. The incident ended with prayers as suspects fled.
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Martha Mitchell Says Guards Beat Her in Newport Incident
Martha Mitchell, wife of former attorney general John Mitchell, tells the New York Daily News she was beaten by guards during a Newport Beach incident. She recounts guards pulling a phone from her room and injuring her, then fleeing to Rye New York amid political turmoil.
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