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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1970
Page
1
Radio Amman says Palestinian guerrillas freed 32 captives from three hijacked airliners believed American and delivered them to Jordanian authorities. Egyptian official later claims all hostages have been handed over, contradicting earlier passenger lists showing 38 in captivity.
A wall of flames driven by hot winds swept the Santa Monica Mountains north of Los Angeles destroying hundreds of homes and cabins and burning thousands of acres of brush. The Malibu Chatsworth blaze grew out of control, threatening Los Angeles suburbs as Gov. Reagan coordinated firefighting efforts and evacuation centers opened for residents.
The Journal features The Page returns with a look at youth involvement and a trio of profiles. John Kieswetter examines young people views on Women’s Lib while Edgewood High’s Larry Hammond returns from a Congressional page duty. Senior Editor Kim Fielder surveys 24 District congressional candidates.
South Vietnamese Vice President Nguyen Cao Ky scrapped plans to travel to the United States for a Washington rally on October 3. Kissinger met Ky in Paris amid U.S. Viet Cong peace talks and Nagging pressure from Washington and Saigon officials. Ky cited diplomatic advice and concerns that his presence could cause trouble and hinder the peace effort.
President Nixon announced initial five million dollars in emergency relief for Jordan’s civilian casualties and said undersecretary John N. Irwin will lead the effort. He noted ongoing humanitarian aims and promised further arms assistance as King Hussein seeks food, water, and military aid amid civil strife.
The muggy air fades as a cool front arrives. A high around 60 is forecast today with cloudy skies. Another day in the 60s is expected Monday as fall air settles in.
The article notes Secret Service measures for President Nixon's upcoming trip with heightened alertness against potential hijacking risks. It frames protective steps as essential though the scenario seems unlikely, reflecting tensions around presidential travel.
Thousands of Communist led demonstrators in Rome and Milan protest President Nixon’s Italy visit. About 15,000 in Rome and 10,000 in Milan carry portraits of Arafat and Mao with anti US Israel and Soviet Union placards. Police deploy 12,000 officers while demonstrations remain largely peaceful.
The Presidential Commission on Campus Unrest blames government actions and harsh policing for campus violence and urges Nixon to show moral leadership. It calls for swift removal of agitators, vigorous prosecutions, end to the Vietnam War, and a national cease-fire while condemning student violence as criminal.
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