Nixon Plans Hike In Farm Subsidies
Washington AP reports Nixon administration proposes adding about 200 million dollars or more to farm subsidies, making 1972 the costliest year on record. The plan, backed by wheat growers and some Congress members, would pay farmers to take land out of production, with total farm programs possibly exceeding 4 billion dollars next year. Official comments are awaited pending final White House clearance.
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National Association of Wheat Growers
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Kansas City
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Winter Storm Dumps Snow In Northeast
A winter storm off the southern New Faeland coast spread snow, wind, and cold across the Northeast. Warnings extend from Maine to New York Vermont New Hampshire and Ontario with heavy snow in Greenville Maine at seven inches. Farther west pilots travel advisories and mixed precipitation affect parts of Idaho and the Northwest as temperatures span the nation. separate USDA debate on wheat subsidies notes record crops and rising costs with potential land idling and a rising subsidy package forecast to surpass 4 billion dollars.
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Carolinas
Three Planes Lost as Middle East Tensions Rise
The Associated Press reports Israeli jets violated Jordanian air space near Amman and a sonic boom rattled the city. Egypt says its forces simulate Sinai recapture as clashes flare along Lebanon border and Suez area with multiple formations and artillery. The Soviet Union cautions limited involvement, warning against broader escalation. Key figures include Egyptian and Israeli officials, with broad regional implications.
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Amman
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Sinai Desert
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Lebanon
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de Penmse
Mohamed Sadeb
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Ger Haun Barfey
Dasad Bivay
Wees
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Jer Gan
Desestiedi Virysdas
Mabey
Suez
Israels
Saad
Cote
Soviet Union
Actor Duel Found Shot To Death In Hollywood Hills
Peter Duel co star of Alas Smith and Jones was found dead at his Hollywood Hills home from a gunshot to the head police said detectives are treating the case as a possible homicide. Duel a Rochester New York native appeared in Combat The Fusiave The Bold Ones and Name of the Game and was in his late 20s or early 30s.
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Duel
Rochester
N.Y
Leprosy Cure Hopes Rise On Dillo Findings
Two armadillos in Louisiana developed leprosy prompting renewed optimism that about 15 million human patients might be cured. Researchers aim to prove the case shows a medical breakthrough rather than a genetic anomaly, following a 1970 Carville study where all test armadillos were inoculated.
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Louisiana
U.S
Carville
Armadillo Linked to Hansen’s Disease Study
Researchers report a second armadillo contracted Hansen’s disease increasing the likelihood that more armadillos susceptible to leprosy will be found. The Star, Carville hospital patients’ paper, published the Gulf South Regional Institute of New Iberia La story approved by Dr Wilder mar Kirchheimer. The findings may aid understanding cancer risk organ rejection and transplant science.
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Star
Carville Hospital
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Wildermar F. Kirchheimer
Carville
Allied Forces Agree To 24 Hour South Vietnam Truce
Allied troops and Viet Cong began a 24 hour cease fire in South Vietnam at 6 p.m. Saigon time as U S air power continued raids on Laos supply routes. One militiaman was killed in a village attack, with North Vietnam monitored by reconnaissance patrols.
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James D’entremont
Varied World Year End Celebrations Signal 1972 Arrival
World capitals mark year end with diverse customs. In New York Central Park hosts a massive party as Guy Lombardo closes 1971. In San Francisco the zoo offers a gorilla party for its six residents. Italians clean homes by tossing crockery. Spain televises grape ceremonies at midnight. Indianapolis plans a 20000 strong all night event to fund Union Station restoration. Authorities urge restraint amid holiday dangers.
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Monroe Grants 30 Day Extension on City Ad Valorem Taxes
City secretary treasurer Mel J. Cook announced Monroe will extend ad valorem tax payment deadlines by 30 days. Taxpayers may file payments until January 31, 1972, without penalties, as taxes were due today.
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Monroe
Mel J. Cook
Ouachita Parish Voter Registration Deadline Approaches
The Feb 1 general election deadline nears for Ouachita Parish residents to register. Citizens must prove Louisiana residency of one year, parish residency of six months, and current address residency of three months at the Registrar's office in the Parish Courthouse before 5 p.m. Eligible voters may vote regardless of party affiliation.
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Ouachita Parish
Sheriff Bailey Grant and staff celebrate birthdays
Saturday marks New Year’s Day and the birthdays of Sheriff Bailey Grant Chief Civil Deputy C D Meredith and Deputy Robert Kirby. The Ouachita Parish Sheriff Department extends birthday wishes to the trio.
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Ouachita Parish
Bailey Grant
C. D. Meredith
Robert Kirby
Pleasant Days Near Monroe This Weekend
Pleasant weather expected through Saturday in Monroe and surrounding areas with partly cloudy skies and cooler temperatures. Highs in the low 60s, lows in the low 40s, drying conditions with humidity under 60 percent and dew points in the upper 30s to low 40s. FAA records show 45.46 inches of rain for the year at Monroe Municipal Airport.
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Monroe
FAA
Monroe Municipal Air
New York Banks Cut Loan Rates Amid Market Moves
Irvine Trust Company cuts base lending rate to 3 percent from 9 percent, while First National City Bank lowers to 5 1-8 percent. Both align with dealer rates for 98 day commercial paper as West Coast banks drop prime to 1 4 percent.
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First National City Bank
Irying Trust
Dew Ih
Humphrey Plans Nomination Bid
Humphrey announces bid for the West 1960 Democratic presidential nomination. He plans to declare in early January that he will seek the party’s nomination, stating he will comply with state filing rules and deadlines.
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Humphrey
Good Deed Offer Made Blinded Girl Is Offered An Eye
In St Louis a 17 year old Wilma Chestnut was blinded when a thief attacked her after stealing a tape recorder and a record player. A generous unnamed donor offered an eye to the girl though doctors warned eye transplants are not yet possible. The attacker, an ex convict, was arrested and charged with assault with intent to maim.
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ST. Louis
Wilma Chestnut
Rene Barbour
Officials Say Jets Sale To Israel Slated
Officials indicate a sale involving the Jets to Israel is planned. The report cites unnamed sources describing the terms and potential negotiations, with political and strategic implications noted for the region.
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Israel
Slayer Of Two Police Troopers Dies In Shootout
A gunman killed two state troopers in a shootout after authorities pursued a vehicle along a highway. Officers reported the driver exchanged fire with troopers, wounding one before the suspect died in the encounter.
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Pani
Sessaree
Today’s Chuckle In Hoelixwood
The column notes misprint humor as girls seek husbands and husbands seek sapls in Hoelixwood with lighthearted regional whimsy.
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Hoelixwood
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