Britain and Rhodesia Open Talks in Gibraltar Harbor
British Prime Minister Harold Wilson and Rhodesia's Ian Smith began talks aboard the Fearless in Gibraltar to seek a settlement on majority rule. Both leaders expressed hope for progress despite firm positions, with Rhodesia avoiding a braking mechanism and Smith warning of a potential new constitution if talks fail.
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Informants anticipate two Rhodesia talks demands
Informants say in today's substantive talks two key points will be raised first. Britain seeks a guarantee of unimpeded progress toward majority rule by Rhodesia's 4 million Africans and other allied conditions.
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Rhodesian settlement debate at sea conference
Smith affirmed his push for a braking mechanism and his belief that African majority rule in Rhodesia will not happen in his lifetime. The leaders disagreed on how any settlement aboard the Fearless would be tested by a Rhodesian referendum. Wilson argued the plan must win broad Rhodesian support.
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Nixon Nixes Debate as Campaign Squabble Persists
Nixon will not participate in any presidential debates this year and opposes a three way forum with George Wallace. GOP aides say Wallace would gain national airtime only to the detriment of public interest, while the Senate debate bill could still invite Wallace into TV forums. Ellsworth blames Humphrey for seeking free TV time and the Democrats for propping Wallace. Nixon said he would debate the other party's nominee but calls a three ring circus unacceptable.
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Woman Trapped When Bed Falls in Oregon Home
Police freed a woman trapped when a bed collapsed and wedged her head between the wrought iron headboard bars. Neighbors heard screams and she used a clothes hanger to summon help before officers broke a bar to release her.
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Johnson OKs talks on sale of 50 F4 Phantom jets to Israel
President Johnson authorized negotiations for selling 50 F4 Phantom jet fighters to Israel to boost its deterrent force. He asked Secretary of State Rusk to start talks under the foreign aid measure, reflecting Congress support for arming Israel to balance the Middle East. The move drew praise in Tel Aviv as a step toward preventing further Arab aggression.
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Bread-thief demands cash in Dubuque store
An armed bandit in Dubuque, Iowa, threatened a grocery clerk, demanding bread and cash. Mary Udell, feeling threatened, directed him to the bakery and handed over about 300 dollars before he fled.
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First Nixon Vote Is Cast In Tulsa Oklahoma
At least one vote was cast in this year’s presidential election as Marvin Manning of Bristol Connecticut, 32, voted Wednesday. Oklahoma allows nonresidents qualified in their home state to vote for president using applications available through October 21. Manning voted for Richard M. Nixon.
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Meeting Parade Limit Sought in Chicago Proposal
Chicago city council considered a proposal to limit parade and open air meeting permits to residents and organizations. The plan aims to restrict events to local groups and individuals, affecting organizers citywide.
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