Solons Hold POWs Session in Washington
Congress held a joint session to hear Frank Borman report on U S prisoners of war in Southeast Asia. Borman, former astronaut, toured nations seeking humane treatment and release for POWs, while lawmakers protested mistreatment and urged Geneva convention compliance.
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Wisconsin Building Commission Approves 1.1 Million for Damaged UW Structures
The State Building Commission unanimously approves a 1.1 million appropriation to repair UW buildings injured by the August 24 bombing. Sterling Hall, home to the Army Mathematics Research Center, was among the damaged structures. Payment method to be decided later as a state insurance fund balance stands at 2.5 million with thresholds triggering agency premiums.
Wisconsin colleges face second night of bomb scares
At the University of Wisconsin Madison authorities evacuated a four block area near a research center linked to a deadly August bombing. In Milwaukee Marquette University cleared a 12 story dormitory housing over 700 students for a second night after a similar anonymous call.
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Tito to Step Down in Yugoslavia after 25 years
President Tito said he will resign after 25 years on power and transfer control to a collective leadership. The 78 year old did not specify his post but Belgrade rumors say he may stay as Communist party head and lead the new presidium initially. Further details will follow.
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Reward Fund Grows in UW Sterling Hall Bombing Case
The reward for tips leading to the conviction of the University of Wisconsin Sterling Hall bombers reached 87714 dollars. The university reports the total and the board of regents seek donations to hit 100000 dollars. Four young men charged remain at large.
UAW GM Return to Talks Amid Prolonged Strike
Detroit AP reports negotiators for the United Auto Workers and General Motors resume national bargaining with slim prospects for a quick settlement of the lockout affecting 344,000 workers, now in its second week.
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Nixon urges federal takeover of campus arson and bombings
President Nixon asks Congress to authorize immediate federal intervention on college campuses receiving federal aid for bombings arson and terrorist acts. He proposes adding 1000 FBI agents to assist programs against aerial hijackings and campus unrest. The plan would cost nearly 23 million yearly and would allow agents to operate with or without college administration consent.
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AFS Information Session Set For Thursday
Monroe’s AFS committee invites interested students and parents to a 3 15 p.m. session in the Senior High Library Thursday Sept 24. The meeting answers common questions about the 1971 abroad program and discusses Summer and School options with former Monroe participants and local committee members.
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Monroe
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Turkey
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Malaysia
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Philippines
Campus debate over violence ends with blame game
AP reports Vice President Agnew clashes with students on a Frost Show debate about campus unrest. Student leader Richard Silverman calls Agnew a violence precursor. Agnew repudiates the charge as illegitimate and politicized.
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Green County Highway Open House During Wonderful Wisconsin Week
Green County Highway Department invites the public to an open house on Saturday Sept 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2813 6th Street Monroe near Albany Road. Guests may view premises and equipment as officials Kenneth W. Mayer and the highway committee host the event while statewide Transportation Day and two day Transportation Symposium in Milwaukee are noted.
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Nixonbacked explosives bill advances in Congress
The judiciary subcommittee approved the bill Monday amid GOP pressure and sent it to the full Judiciary Committee with House action due within two weeks. The measure would bar explosives sales to felons and those under 21 and require federal licenses for manufacturers dealers and importers.
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