Worst year for bugs and weeds feared in South floods
In Memphis and across the South record rains bring floods and a predicted spike in pests and weeds. horticulturalist James Staley notes high demand for pesticides and herbicides while a Memphis entomologist warns of rising Rocky Mountain spotted fever cases and tick problems amid wet planting delays and pest foliage growth.
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Memphis State University
Staley
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ICCS to probe Viet Cong charges of attacks on South Vietnam
The International Commission of Control and Supervision unanimously agreed to investigate Viet Cong claims that U S planes attacked Communist territory in South Vietnam in breach of the cease fire. The commission reported damage at its Ben Cat field HQ from 105mm shells with no casualties.
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Hungary
East-West Talks Open with Focus on Procedure
The first session addressed seating and organizational details with plans to meet again Tuesday. The Soviet Union called the talks of great importance and significance as hopes rise for serious troop reduction negotiations. Hungary's status remains contested by Britain and allies, with Hungary to participate as an observer rather than a full member. The 19 nations prepare to set agenda and procedures and consider neutral-nation inclusion.
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Hungary
Britain
Skylab launch and Watergate mix headline set
Skylab 1 crew Charles Conrad Jr Joseph Kerwin and Paul Weitz prepare for liftoff at Cape Kennedy to orbit Earth aboard a Saturn V with a second crew later in the year. Separately Senatorial Watergate hearings begin amid charges of political inquisition and disclosures about FBI coverups and White House aides.
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Senate Watergate Investigating Committee
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the Post
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White House
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Time Magazine
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Newsweek Magazine
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Newsweek
Time
Lightning strike kills Lake Havasu pitcher at game
In Lake Havasu City Arizona 19 year old John Wade star pitcher of a hometown amateur team was struck fatally by a bolt of lightning while facing a Blythe California squad. Seven other players were injured one seriously. A witness described a two foot wide flash and a loud clap as Wade was struck. The bolt burned his hair clothes and left shoe as it traveled through his body.
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Lake Havasu High School
Wade
Unseasonably cool weather lingers in Ohio
The forecast shows cooler conditions across most of Ohio with a low near 40 tonight and a high around 60 tomorrow. Variable clouds prevail and light showers are possible. Middletown posted a 59 degree high yesterday and 40 this morning.
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Ohio
Middletown
Explosions Rin Fire Destroy Toledo Buildings
Flames and explosions tore through the Vinylast Co and Trucks Inc facilities on Toledo's near South Side, causing up to 1 million dollars in damage. Firefighters fought the early morning blaze from 3 30 until daybreak. no injuries reported. The cause was undetermined with drums of chemicals blamed for the blasts. Thick black smoke drifted miles away while firefighters protected nearby homes.
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Toledo, Ohio
Toledo
Vinglast Co. and Trucks, Inc
Vinglast Co
Bugging at Watergate not as complex as believed says ex agent
Alfred C. Baldwin III, who tended eavesdropping gear used on Democratic National Headquarters last year, says the operation was simple and flawed. He describes limited checks, a casual spy incident at Andrews Air Force Base, and notes the press release he gathered was publicly accessible.
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North Haven
Liberace Family Honored as Polish American Mother of the Year
Showman-pianist Liberace and his sister Angie accepted a flower filled silver cup honoring their mother as Polish American Mother of the Year in a ceremony in Doylestown Pennsylvania.
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Liberace
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