Justices Lift Ban On Pentagon Data
The Supreme Court, in a 5 4 decision, allowed The New York Times and The Washington Post to publish material from a secret Pentagon Vietnam War study. The ruling overturned a New York appeals court ruling against the Times and upheld the Post’s right to print unredacted material.
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Mills Seeks Possible Tax Cut as Economy Stimulus
Washington AP reports Wilbur Mills says Congress may consider a midyear tax cut though President Nixon opposes one. Mills, chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, weighs an investment tax credit revival and potential simultaneous individual tax relief tied to spending limits, with shifts in personal exemptions and future deductions under discussion.
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Governor McKeithen in New York for Domed Stadium bonds talks
Gov. John McKeithen travels to New York to meet prospective buyers for 113 million Domed Stadium bonds. He is accompanied by Chief Assistant W. W. McDougall and Commerce and Industry Director William T. Hackett. The delegation also plans talks with industrial officials about locating in Louisiana before returning Thursday.
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Imperial, Calif Records 102 Degree High Tuesday
The National Weather Service reported the day’s high reaching 102 degrees in Imperial California while Evanston Wyoming tied for the chilly low at 25 degrees. The data excludes Hawaii and Alaska.
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Radio technician receives appreciation for MacDill improvements
Jerry Smith of the State Highway Department Monroe radio shop earned a Tactical Air Command certificate of appreciation for improvements to electronic maintenance equipment at MacDill Air Force Base Florida based on his recommendations. He also received a $50 cash award signed by Col Roy F Weeks. Fellow employee Mrs Willie Mae Sartor relayed congratulations.
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Turkey Agrees to End Poppy Opium Trade by 1972
Washington reports Turkey will eradicate opium poppy cultivation by autumn 1972 after U S pressure to curb heroin supply. President Nixon calls it a breakthrough with Turkey to reduce narcotics, with Rogers noting licensing controls this year and total eradication next year.
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Draft Boards Await Explanation as Selective Service Lapses
North Louisiana draft boards face inaction as Congress stalls the Selective Service Act, with the law expiring at midnight. Monroe officials say no inductions or pre induction physicals may proceed, while questions remain about registering new 18 year olds and handling deferred draftees.
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Three Soyuz 11 Cosmonauts Found Dead In Space Return
Moscow AP reports three cosmonauts Dobrovolsky Patsayev and Volkov died after Soyuz 11 landed from a record three week flight aboard the Salute space laboratory. Officials speculate oxygen system failure during re entry. The tragedy follows earlier Soviet and American space fatalities.
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Thunderstorms Again Expected In Twin Cities
Weather outlook for the Twin Cities calls for warm days cool nights and afternoon showers over the next few days. Highs near 92 to 94 degrees with lows around 70 to 76, humidity near 50 to 60 percent, and variable winds. FAA Monroe Municipal reports Tuesday high 92 and morning low 71 with rainfall 1.45 inches.
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Kissinger Heads 10 Day Fact Finding Mission
President Nixon's national security adviser Henry Kissinger will leave Thursday for a 10 day mission to South Vietnam Paris and other Far East states. He will meet U S officials report to Nixon and Secretary Rogers at the Western White House around July 12 and visit Thailand India and Pakistan with a Paris stop to confer with Ambassador David Bruce. He recently returned from London.
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Eight Oil Firms Agree to Price Fix Consent Judgment
The Justice Department filed a proposed consent judgment in Newark New Jersey blocking eight major oil companies from fixing gasoline prices. Attorney General John N. Mitchell said the agreement ends the antitrust suit filed April 8 1965. The firms include American Oil Company Atlantic Richfield Cities Service Gulf Humble Sinclair and Mobil.
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New Orleans Officials Arrested On Bribery and Gambling Charges
In Washington the Justice Department announced the arrest of New Orleans district attorney Jim Garrison, two police officials, and four others on federal charges including bribery and illegal gambling tied to pinball operations. A year‑long probe yielded tape recordings and a key witness, Pershing Gervais, who outlined bribe payments up to 1500 dollars monthly to protect illegal pinball gambling.
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River Stage Flood Update From Camden Monroe
River stages show Camden rising from 26 to 41 and Monroe from 40 to 41 as flood conditions evolve. Officials urge vigilance for residents along the affected waterways and monitor adjoining areas for further changes.
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Nixon Commits to Law Enforcement Support at FBI Academy
President Nixon used the FBI National Academy graduation to pledge renewed backing for law enforcement and to defend Director J. Edgar Hoover. He lauded Hoover's country service and urged officers not to be discouraged as police face critique while Mitchell warned against excessive legalisms hindering prompt justice.
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Gravel accused of violating Senate rules over Pentagon papers
Senate Republican Leader Hugh Scott said Democrats should determine if Senator Mike Gravel Alaska violated Rule 36 by reading the Pentagon papers. He warned of possible discipline but stopped short of calling it censorship. Scott compared readings to ongoing disclosures as the Mansfield led subcommittee digested details.
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Chuckle Inflation Rises as Public Grins Grow
A lighthearted note from today’s column jokes that inflation remains the only thing people cheer despite rising costs. Economists are humorously cited as saying laughter helps offset price hikes. The piece stresses a cheerful take on economic stress.
One Owner 64 Chevrolet for sale with low mileage
A one owner 1964 Chevrolet four door sedan listed with a V eight engine automatic transmission new tires air conditioning and excellent condition. Priced at 595 dollars. Phone number 323 4794.
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