United States to withdraw 6000 from Thailand in weeks
A joint Thai US communique says 6000 of 49000 troops in Thailand will depart by July as part of a phased reduction linked to Vietnam war needs. The plan, to begin within weeks, involves Air Force and Army units and aims for an orderly drawdown while evaluating future force levels.
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Army Backs Down Over CIA Refusal To Let Witnesses Testify
The Green Berets murder trial ended after the CIA refused to allow its agents to testify. Army Secretary Resor announced all charges were dismissed and the six men would be reassigned. The CIA cited national interest and possible leaks, while lawmakers split on the decision.
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Mao Lin Pledge to Attend 20th Anniversary Celebrations
Tokyo AP reports China plans a 20th anniversary in Peking with nuclear fireworks and a public attendance by Mao Tse-tung and Lin Piao. China confirms leaders will preside at Tiananmen ceremonies to quell illness rumors as atmospheric tests reach three megatons, China’s tenth nuclear blast, with Lop Nor tests cited.
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Agan Wedding in Kansas City Described as Hindu Style
A young couple identified only as Blue wed Monday in Kansas City in a ceremony blending Hindu elements with a modern American wedding. The event featured Ravi Eristim kneeling in a symbolic gesture as part of the vows.
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Amchitka May Be Used For Tests In Five Megatons
Reports indicate five megaton nuclear tests at Amchitka Island could follow a planned Thursday blast. Congressmen and scientists warn such tests might trigger earthquakes or giant waves. AEC says shafts exist for at least three tests and Amchitka remains a supplemental site alongside Nevada.
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Middletown Weather Forecast Calls for Mild Tonight and Warm Wednesday
The Middletown forecast expects fair skies and cooler conditions tonight with lows in the upper 40s to low 50s. Wednesday brings sunny skies and little temperature change with highs in the upper 70s.
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Outcome Of The Charges Never In Doubt Rheault
Six Green Berets officers freed of murder charges celebrated with a beer bust and prepared to fly home. The widow of the slain Vietnamese cried out against Americans as the group left Bien Hoa. Rheault said the case involved a penetration agent and war complicates morality in espionage.
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Dollar Under Pressure as Germany Frees Mark in FX Market
London reports the US dollar under heavy pressure after West Germany freed the mark to find its level. Dealers widened Deutsche mark rates to three pfennigs and the dollar traded around 3.8800 marks, a roughly 32 percent revaluation from four marks per dollar. The pound rose steadily against the dollar and UK bonds remained in strong demand as Sterling traded in the 9.2350 to 9.2650 marks range.
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West Germany talks to form coalition with Free Democrats
In Bonn, the Social Democrats and Christian Democrats plan coalition talks with the Free Democrats after Sundays election. The FDP, losing ground, holds 30 Bundestag seats and may decide the next government, while Kiesinger and Brandt seek a governing majority and avoid a continuance of the grand coalition.
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